Bracknell Forest Information Advice and Support Service

05/01/2026

Mental well being Monday resources - please see the attached link to help with sensory needs:

Our team run online workshops on sensory processing. aiming to help you to understand the sensory needs that a child or young person may be experiencing, and offering practical advice on how to help a child or young person to manage these on a daily basis. They are designed for parents and carers an...

02/01/2026

Happy New Year! Did you know we are a free, impartial and confidential service and we have all completed Ipsea levels 1-3 legal training. Please email us IASS@bracknell-forest.gov.uk if you need anything.

22/12/2025

Did you know Parenting Special Children offer a sleep clinic, please see the attached link for more details:

Our dedicated NHS trained sleep practitioners provide SEN specific sleep support and training for parents and carers

19/12/2025

Fact sheet Friday! Please see our resources for Preparing for Adulthood:

Preparing for Adulthood The SEND Code of Practice puts a strong emphasis on the importance of children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities preparing for adult life as early as possible. Early preparation helps to achieve the best possible outcomes in terms of employment,....

15/12/2025

Please see attached a link to help with general health and development:

Support and advice for mental and physical health issues for children, young people and families in Berkshire

12/12/2025

Fact sheet Friday! Please see our resources for mediation and appeals:

Mediation & Appeals Below you will find all of our resources and information regarding the mediation and appeals process, but if you need any more information or have any questions please get in touch. What If I Don’t Agree? See this section for steps you can take if you are not happy with a schoo...

09/12/2025

Please see attached a link to help with Christmas :

Christmas can be overwhelming for autistic children and children with ADHD, sensory issues or anxiety. Try to plan around your child’s needs.

05/12/2025

Fact sheet Friday! Please see our resources for EHC plans:

EHC Plans Below you will find all of our resources and information on EHC plans, but if you have any questions or can’t find what you’re looking for please get in touch. All About EHC Plans An education, health and care plan is a legal document which describes of a child / young person’s speci...

28/11/2025

Fact sheet Friday! Please see attached our resources for support in school:

Support In School Below we’ve broken down all of the resources detailing the support that is available for children and young people throughout school, but if you have any additional questions please get in touch. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 72 hours. Support for Children with Specia...

27/11/2025

Please see details of events organised by Bracknell Forest Parent Carer forum:
4/12 - Connections online lunch and evening (12-1 and 7-8)
8/12 - Connections, create and craft at the Oaks Family Hub 10-12
9/12 - breakfast meet up at the Old Manor 9-11
11/12 - lunch meet up at the Open Learning Centre 11.30-1.30pm
12/12 - online meet up, open forum 12-1
15/12 - meet with Roy Bailey and Lou Connelly, 10-12
18/12 - Connections online 12-1 and 7-8
For more information, please contact the PCF -

“Working together to achieve the best possible futures for all families living with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

18/11/2025

Did you know that Berkshire Healthcare have a new Occupational Therapy and new Physiotherapy phone line:
• For OT call 0118 9043700 Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 3.30pm
• For physio call 0118 9043700 Tuesday from 12.30pm to 3.30pm and Thursday 9am to 12 noon
For more information, please see this link:

We support you and your children (up to the age of 19) with occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and speech and language therapy to help you achieve the outcomes you want.

17/11/2025

In case you are not aware, the Family Information Service provide free information and signposting:

The Family Information Service (FIS) provides a free and impartial information and signposting service.