Hampshire SENDIASS

08/12/2025

School Exclusions

As parent carers, this isn’t a topic we ever hope to face—but if exclusion becomes a reality, it’s vital to have accurate, up-to-date advice. We’ve just added new information to help families understand the legal framework, your rights, and how to ensure your young person gets the right support moving forward.

💛 Every child deserves fair treatment. We’re here to help you navigate these tough moments.

📄 Read more on our webpage and be sure to check out the updated factsheet on located at the bottom - packed with information and contacts
https://bit.ly/3HaIBTz

If you need further information and advice please contact us
https://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/contact-us/

04/12/2025

The Department for Education has added more dates to its SEND engagement events, starting a new “national conversation on SEND reform” just weeks before the White Paper is expected early next year.

The in-person sessions for the South East are already full, but new online events are available.

Each one looks at one of the Government’s five principles for reform.

There’s also an online form where you can share your views.

🔗 Use the links in the comments to register for events or share your views online.

03/12/2025

Your Feedback Shapes Our Service! 🌟
We’re committed to making sure our support truly meets the needs of young people and their families. That’s why we’ve updated our feedback survey with new and improved questions—to help us celebrate what we do well and identify where we can do better.

If you’ve used our service in the last 6 months, or are currently using it, we’d love to hear from you! Your opinion could be the one that makes a real difference for someone else.

👉 Take a few minutes to share your thoughts here: www.bit.ly/SENDIASSfeedback

Thank you for helping us grow and improve together!

02/12/2025

Facing the SEND Appeal Process? You're not alone.

Join our free, confidential workshop designed to guide parent carers through every step of the tribunal journey.

🤝What we’ll cover:

How to lodge an appeal
Gathering evidence to support your case
Resolving issues before the hearing
What to expect during and after the hearing
Plus a Q&A session to answer your questions

📅 Wednesday 3rd December 17:30-18:30
🕘 No booking needed – just click and join: http://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk
🔒 This session is not recorded to protect your privacy.

01/12/2025

🎒 Struggling with school attendance? Feeling exhausted with the barriers to attendance your young person is experiencing?

You’re not alone—and Hampshire SENDIASS is here to help.

We offer impartial information, advice, and support for parent carers navigating education challenges. There are lots of ways to access this:

✅ Explore our resources on attendance and alternative provision:
hampshiresendiass.co.uk/information-and-advice/?resource=attendance-not-in-full-time-education

✅ Join our monthly workshops:
Alternative Provision: Learn about Section 19 of the Education Act and what suitable education looks like for children unable to attend school.
Ordinarily Available Provision & SEN Support: Understand the support every child should receive—even without an EHCP.
Click ‘Join Us’: hampshiresendiass.co.uk/workshops

✅ Meet us in person at Hampshire Parent Carer Network ‘Get Togethers’ across the county. Check updates on our social channels or view the calendar: www.hpcn.org.uk

✅ Need one-to-one advice? Our IPSEA-trained advisors are available via phone and email:
hampshiresendiass.co.uk/contact-us

At Hampshire SENDIASS, we keep the child at the heart of everything we do—helping them access the provision they need to thrive. 💙

28/11/2025

***Sharing on behalf of Hampshire CAMHS - Last session of 2025 ***

Some feedback to give an idea of what to expect and how it could benefit you.

What was most useful
🔸Access to Advice, Strategies & information
🔹Physical/website resources
🔸Access to face to face consult

There was a mix of parent carers and professionals to attended looking for advice:

What was asked about:
🔹Anxiety
🔸Waiting times
🔹Neurodivergence
🔸Disordered Eating
🔹Gender
🔸OCD
🔹Tics
🔸Suicidal ideation and self harm
🔹Behaviour Concerns

28/11/2025

This fabulous opportunity specifically for our young people to have an opportunity to achieve in a safe and understanding environment is seeking young people to join their Bronze and Silver awards.

The information evening has taken place already but there are still spaces available, for more information contact hartsendodc@gmail.com

27/11/2025

26/11/2025

Need free, impartial advice on SEND for ages 0–25? Join our confidential online workshops and get professional guidance plus peer support.

✅ No booking required – just click ‘Join’ via our website:
👉 http://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/workshops

🗓 Upcoming Workshops:

03 Dec | 17:30 – Appeals to SEND Tribunal
09 Dec | 11:30 – Responding to a draft EHCP
10 Dec | 11:00 – Considering an EHC Plan?
15 Dec | 13:00 – Alternative Provision
17 Dec | 17:30 – Ordinarily Available Provision
22 Dec | 12:00 – Responding to a draft EHCP

25/11/2025

📢 Supporting Inclusive School Uniform Policies

This month, the Department for Education published updated guidance on Developing School Uniform Policy. The guidance highlights the importance of schools working with parents and pupils to create policies that reflect the needs of their community.

Key points for parent carers to know:

✅ Collaboration matters – Schools should engage with families when developing or reviewing uniform policies, recognising that communities change over time.

✅ Equality Act responsibilities – Any requirement in a uniform policy must be a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim. Policies should be flexible enough to allow necessary exceptions.

✅ Reasonable adjustments – Schools must consider individual variations to avoid discrimination. For example, making adjustments for disabled pupils is not optional—it’s a legal requirement.

If a uniform requirement could impact a group with certain characteristics more than others, schools should:

🔹Carefully consider if it’s the best way to achieve their aims.
🔸Explore mitigations to reduce negative impact.

Why this matters: Inclusive policies help every child feel comfortable and supported. Open conversations between schools and families are key to making this happen.

👉 If you’re a parent carer, consider reaching out to your school to discuss how these principles are being applied. Working together ensures policies meet the needs of all pupils.

For more information take a look at 🔗https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/school-uniform/school-uniforms

24/11/2025

📢 Just Added!

Join us for our upcoming Ordinarily Available Provision & SEN Support workshop

🗓 Date: Wednesday 26th November
🕐 Time: 13:30
📍 Online via Teams

This session is designed for those who do not have an EHCP and will explore the support that should be available for every person, every day. We’ll also cover extra help for children and young people on SEN support.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Practical guidance and resources

👉 Click to join at https://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/workshops/

21/11/2025

Ahead of the Schools White Paper early next year, the Department for Education is inviting you to help shape SEND reform!

Join your SEND Engagement Events taking place this December with expert advisors and the Council for Disabled Children.

These sessions bring together parents, carers, school staff, and SEND professionals to share views and experiences that will guide future reforms.

Date:
11 Dec – 10am-2pm

Spaces are limited – book now:
👉 https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/work-us/events-training/events-training-calendar/send-regional-engagement-events-department?fbclid=IwY2xjawOL_QxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwU0F2QVVKdHlBNHpHdExOc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHr4cvUtWX_N4-A17VMvTkjbKdV9yj9ERXGWiZzMX8AM6EDroR9irdc181F6Y_aem_T3NnHMAg3u7NInPeiC3Jeg

📩 Questions? Email ncbsocialcare@ncb.org.uk