Latest Articles

• • 29th September 2026

  • Celebrating our incredible volunteers! Congratulations to Marc, our Volunteer of the Quarter

  • As part of our ongoing commitment to our fantastic volunteers we are introducing a Volunteer of the Quarter initiative. Four times a year we will celebrate one of our volunteers for all they do to support us here at Sheffield Parent Carer Forum.

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• • 29th September 2026

  • Volunteer with us

  • After a busy few months recruiting and onboarding new volunteers to support SPCF, we’re excited to continue growing our volunteer team. Do you have some spare time to help, or know someone who might be interested? Volunteering is a great way to support parent carers to build new skills, enhance your CV, and connect with others, all while helping us fulfil our mission to connect, inform and empower.

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• • 9th September 2026

  • Family fun day success

  • Despite threats of heavy rain, yet another fabulous Family Fun Day for Sheffield families was had at the Niagara Centre at the end of August. The Niagara Centre offered plenty of space for families to relax and for children to enjoy a wide range of accessible activities. From bungee trampolines to adapted bikes and even a petting zoo, there was something for everyone. A special thank you goes to Sheffield Wednesday F.C and The Sheffield Eagles Foundation for their support with this.

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• • 1st April 2026

  • We are recruiting a peer support worker

  • Another exciting opportunity has arisen within our Peer Support Service. We are looking to appoint another Peer Support Worker for a 20 hour, fixed term contract ending 30th April 2027 (subject to funding, this could be extended).

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• • 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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• • 26th August 2025

  • Sensory-friendly grocery shopping

  • An overview of initiatives by major supermarkets to make the shopping experience easier for customers who struggle with sensory overload.
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• • 26th August 2025

  • Are EHC plans under threat?

  • There are signs that the government could be looking to scale back the use of Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans. Proposals to reform the SEN system will be published in the autumn.
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• • 26th August 2025

  • New primary schools join PINS project

  • Nine new primary schools in Sheffield have joined the PINS project, which aims to improve the experience of neurodivergent children in mainstream education.
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• • 26th August 2025

  • Council to review SEN transport by taxi

  • Sheffield City Council is reviewing how it uses taxis for children with special educational needs in light of increased demand and higher costs.
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• • 26th August 2025

  • Changes to Post-16 SEN transport

  • Sheffield City Council are consulting on a proposal to increase the parental contribution to post-16 SEN transport from £540 to £1,000 per year.
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• • 9th August 2025

  • Long waits for autism and ADHD assessments

  • Children are facing long waits for autism and ADHD assessments. We've compiled some information for families on the waiting list.
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