Bromley Parent Carer Forum - BPCF

27/02/2026

Crystal Palace Park’s brand-new Dinosaur Playground opens on Friday 20 March 2026, just in time for spring. Local kids and families will get a first chance to explore before the current major phase of regeneration works is finished, which is set for this summer.

From Friday, the playground will be open all day, and on Saturday 21 March, families can enjoy a fun-filled day of free, drop-in activities to celebrate this exciting new space. A prehistoric adventure awaits!

Want to know more about what’s inside the playground and how to plan your visit? Check the link in the first comment 🦕

Part of the Crystal Palace Park regeneration plan, the Dinosaur Playground project is delivered by Bromley Council and Crystal Palace Park Trust, designed by HTA Design LLP and built by Maylim and PlayEquip.

This project has been made possible by major grants from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, thanks to money raised by National Lottery players, as well as funding from the London Marathon Foundation and donations from the Garfield Weston Foundation, the Wolfson Foundation, and the Pilgrim Trust.

26/02/2026

A series of documents setting out the key information and proposed reforms in the schools white paper and SEND consultation document for parents and those working in the sector.

26/02/2026

Teddy Bears’ Picnic – Thursday 9 April

Join us for a fun and friendly Teddy Bears’ Picnic for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and their families!

📍 Blenheim Children & Family Centre, Orpington
🕚 11am–1pm
💷 £5 per child

Children can adopt a soft toy, take part in a craft activity and enjoy a sandwich, cake and drink. It’s a lovely opportunity to spend time together, meet other families and enjoy a relaxed morning in a supportive environment.

This event is for Bromley Mencap members only (membership is free for the first year). Parents and carers must stay with their children at the event.

👉 Spaces are limited and booking is essential – please book your ticket and complete the form here: https://www.bromleymencap.org.uk/event/teddy-bears-picnic/

26/02/2026

🎶✨ Sing, Sign and Stories is back! ✨🎶
Join us for free stay-and-play sessions filled with sensory fun, crafts, stories and Makaton signing!
📅 Thursdays, 2–3:30pm
📍 Castlecombe Children and Family Centre, SE9 4AT
📞 Call to book: 0208 857 1185
Come along and enjoy a lovely session with your little one! 🌟

26/02/2026

If you want to have your say on the Schools White Paper, why not join a Contact focus group?

We're running a series of focus groups to find out what you think.

Your views will then inform our response to the white paper consultation.

Sign up here: https://f.mtr.cool/lkqxophypq

24/02/2026

🌟 Have your say! Are you a young person with SEND living in Bromley?

We want to hear your voice about leisure, clubs, and activities in the borough!

🎉 What do you enjoy?
🤔 What’s missing?
💡 What would make things better or easier for you?

We’ve created a short survey where you can share your thoughts.

You can fill it in by yourself, or with help from a parent, carer, teacher or support worker. Whatever works best for you!

👉 Take the survey here: https://forms.office.com/e/YSSMVs0VWB

Your ideas will help improve activities for young people across Bromley.
Thank you for making a difference! 💬✨

24/02/2026

08/02/2026

🚲The Hoblingwell Like to Bike event is scheduled is a free community event designed for everyone, including both children and adults.

📅Tuesday February 17th
📍 Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground, postcode BR5 2QB.

All riders are required to register in advance. Upon arrival at the track, everyone must sign in.

A Dr Bike Workshop will be available from 10:00am until 1:00pm only. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bikes for maintenance performed by trained on-site mechanics. For this workshop, you can simply turn up without an appointment.

he event is hosted by Access Sport. For any further enquiries, you can contact them by phone at 07591013008 or via email at bmx@accesssport.org.uk Friends of Hoblingwell

07/02/2026

06/02/2026

Just a reminder that our SEND Play Barn sessions take place this weekend! If you have children with SEND why not come along and join us. The Play Barn is open exclusively to you from 9.30am until 10.30am on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th February 2026, and then everyone else from 10.30am. Many families enjoy this quieter time 🥰