Dudley SEND Local Offer

20/11/2025

External Query - Hello, I run parent and toddler outdoor stay and play sessions at Wildflower Forest School based at St. Mary's CE Primary School in Kingswinford.
I’m hoping to gauge local interest in running a SEND only stay and play sessions for children under 5 on Tuesday mornings potentially from January. I’d really appreciate any feedback. Many thanks 👍🏻

20/11/2025

Synergy Upgrade
We wanted to let you know that the SEND Team will have limited access to some of our systems for a short period of time. This is because an essential upgrade is being carried out on the Synergy database — the system we use to manage information and support our work with you.

When will this happen?
The upgrade will begin at 5pm on Tuesday 25th November and is expected to finish by Thursday 27th November. During this time, Synergy and all its online portals will be unavailable.

What does this mean for you?
The SEND Team will still be available via the duty contact system (Enquiries.SendTeam@dudley.gov.uk or 01384 814360), but there may be delays in accessing certain information or responding to specific enquiries while the system is offline. We will do our very best to minimise any disruption and keep our support running as smoothly as possible.

We appreciate your understanding and patience while this important work takes place.

20/11/2025

Free workshop at Stourbridge Family Hub

20/11/2025

Sharing on behalf of Black Country ICB

I wanted to take a moment to introduce you to our Keyworker Cafes—a NHS Keyworker community initiative designed to support individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism (LDA) in the Black Country. These cafes are hosted by NHS Keyworkers and Peer Support workers from the Learning Disabilities and Autism Keyworker Team, and they are open to all residents of the Black Country with an LDA diagnosis.
Our mission is simple: to empower and support our LDA citizens by providing a welcoming, low-pressure environment where people can connect, receive peer support, and access essential services. The cafes also offer signposting to further support, helping people navigate systems that can often be challenging to access.
The Keyworker Cafes are not a crisis service but a community-based initiative. We’re working towards bridging gaps between services and systems while ensuring people are connected to the right resources when they need them most.
We currently host four cafes across the Black Country, each serving the following areas:
• Wolverhampton
• Dudley
• Sandwell
• Walsall
The goal is to involve the citizens themselves in running these cafes, with the ongoing support of our Keyworker services. This initiative not only fosters peer-led connections but also creates a safe space for those who may already be in services or those who may need additional support.

20/11/2025

Jenny and Anne are at Eat Central, Merry Hill for our coffee morning - if you’ve got a spare hour this morning why not pop in for a cuppa and a chat ☕️

20/11/2025

16/10/2025

https://www.dbleisure.co.uk/schoolholidayactivities

​Children can keep busy over the Easter school holidays with fun activities taking place across Dudley borough leisure centres and the Dell Stadium.

10/10/2025

📣 Dudley’s Revised Disability Register – Sign Up Today!
Supporting Children and Young People with Disabilities in Dudley
Dudley Council has revamped its Disability Register to better support children and young people with disabilities and their families. The register is a voluntary and confidential list that helps the council plan and deliver better services, tailored to local needs.

🌟 Why Register?
✅ Free Dudley Zoo Family Day Pass – families who register can request a free day pass for entry to Dudley Zoo when attending with their child.
✅ Stay informed – receive updates about local services, events, and consultations.
✅ Help shape services – your registration helps Dudley Council understand the needs of families and improve support.
✅ No impact on benefits or services – registration is purely for planning and support purposes.

👥 Who Can Register?
Parents, carers, and young people aged 0–18 years who:
Have a disability or additional needs
Live in the Dudley Borough

📝 What You’ll Need to Provide
To complete the registration, you’ll need to share:
Personal details of the child or young person (name, date of birth, address, etc.)
Details of diagnosis or disability – including how it affects daily life
Evidence to support the diagnosis – such as a letter from a health professional or other relevant documentation

🔗 How to Register
It’s quick and easy! Visit https://www.dudley.gov.uk/residents/dudley-local-offer/care-needs/disabled-childrens-register/

For help completing the form or to request your Dudley Zoo pass, contact the Children with Disabilities Team:
📞 0300 555 0050 (press option 1)
📧 businesssupportcdt@dudley.gov.uk

The Children Act (1989) requires all Children and Young People’s Services to keep a register of disabled children in their local areas.

08/10/2025

**SAVE THE DATE**

Our next coffee morning is on the 20th November 2025 9.30am - 11.15am

We look forward to seeing you there!

08/10/2025

A new group supporting those parents and carers who have children with a disability and additional needs.