• Welcome to the Sheffield Parent Carer Forum!

    • Are you the parent or carer of a child or young person with additional needs in Sheffield?
      We are here to support you. We connect families from all areas of Sheffield to provide mutual support, exchange information and work with decision makers to improve services for our children.

      We want to hear what you think. Join our community today and benefit from being part of the largest network of parent carers in Sheffield.

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  • Disabled Parent Carer Group (10 April)

    • We will have access to the playground which is secure—feel free to bring your child or young person along!

      Do you identify as disabled, neurodivergent, or diagnosed SEND? Do you feel different, isolated, or struggle to relate to others while parenting? Come and meet like-minded parents and carers. Talk if you want, listen if you don’t.
      Enjoy tea, biscuits, peer support, advice, and gentle signposting to services that work for you. Parenting while disabled or SEND can feel confusing and lonely.
      You’re not alone. We’re here.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Friday 10th Apr 2026
        • WHERE
        Highfield Adventure Playground,
        Crowther Place,
        Sheffield,
        S7 1BJ

  • Disabled Parent Carer Group, (10 April)

    • April Session Special – We will have access to the playground which is secure—feel free to bring your child or young person along!

      Do you identify as disabled, neurodivergent, or diagnosed SEND? Do you feel different, isolated, or struggle to relate to others while parenting? Come and meet like-minded parents and carers. Talk if you want, listen if you don’t.
      Enjoy tea, biscuits, peer support, advice, and gentle signposting to services that work for you. Parenting while disabled or SEND can feel confusing and lonely.
      You’re not alone. We’re here.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Friday 10th Apr 2026
        • WHERE
        Highfield Adventure Playground,
        Crowther Place,
        Sheffield,
        S7 1BJ

  • Hope for SEND: Support Group for Mums (13 April)

    • Join our friendly support group for parents and carers of children with Autism, ADHD, or other disabilities. We meet every Monday in term time. Enjoy a relaxed space to take a break, have a cuppa, and chat. Join in as much or as little as you like.

      No need to book! Please come to reception on arrival and you will be directed to the group.

      • WHEN
      • 1:00pm - 2:30pm Monday 13th Apr 2026
        • WHERE
        High Green Development Trust,
        The Campus,
        Pack Horse Lane,
        High Green ,
        Sheffield ,
        S35 3HY
    • 18th March 2026

    • Join our volunteer community

    • Are you passionate about supporting families with children and young people with SEND? We are currently recruiting volunteers to support us in our work here at Sheffield Parent Carer Forum. We have a range of exciting, flexible roles available, and your time could make a real difference in our community.

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    • 23rd February 2026

    • What does the Government’s new white paper mean for me?

    • Today sees the publication of the Government’s schools whitepaper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving and the opportunity for families, Parent Carer Forums (PCFs) and stakeholders to comment directly on the proposals. We understand that some families may feel anxious about what the published proposals might mean for them and children and young people with SEND. This article outlines what the white paper is, what happens next and what it means for families right now.

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