York SEND Information Advice and Support Service - York Sendiass

23/02/2026

It's not too late to get yourself down to SEND Central for this week's session on 'Understanding Autism' led by Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) call 01904 555076 or email sendcentral@york.gov.uk

23/02/2026

Due to the recent statutory Phase Transfer deadline, our small service is super busy. Please help us by only contacting us once - either my referral, phone, email or SEND Central. We work through contact centrally, in the order it was received, so we will be in touch (usually within 5 days however we will keep you updated on here if this increases 🙂)

23/02/2026

If you are feeling unsettled by the news coverage of the Schools White Paper this morning and what it all means, Contact - For families with disabled children have set up a dedicated web page to help families understand what it all means and will update it once they have read the Schools White Paper Parent Carer Forum - York York Family Information Service🙂

The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has confirmed that the Schools White Paper will be published tomorrow. Setting out proposals for reforming the SEND system in England, alongside a public consultation.

We understand this news may feel unsettling. The most important thing to know right now is this:

1. The publication of the White Paper does NOT change existing SEND law.
2. Your child’s legal rights remain in place.
3. If you are told support has changed because of the White Paper, that is NOT correct.

A White Paper outlines the Government’s proposals for possible future changes to the law. It is the start of a process, not the end of one.

Once published, there will be a 12-week consultation, giving families, charities and professionals the chance to respond and influence what happens next.

We’ve created a dedicated webpage on the Schools White Paper and SEND reforms, which we will update regularly with:

💚 Our initial response to the Government’s proposals
💚 Clear explainers on each section of the consultation
💚 Details of consultation events
💚 Dates for Contact focus groups so families can help shape our submission

Even after consultation, any changes would still need to go through Parliament. Throughout this entire process, existing SEND law remains in place.

Working alongside other charities in the Disabled Children’s Partnership, we have been clear:

❗️Reform must strengthen support, not weaken it
❗️EHCPs must be safeguarded
❗️Rights must be protected
❗️Access to support must improve
❗️Families deserve a system that works without having to fight for it

Find our dedicated webpage here: https://contact.org.uk/help-for-families/information-advice-services/education-learning/the-schools-white-paper-education-reforms/

22/02/2026

Next week at SEND Central 👀 pop on down to the centre of York's SEND Local Offer 🤩

21/02/2026

Final few spaces remaining on our Phase Transfer Appeals Skills Session. We aren't planning another until April so reserve your spot on this one if you'd like our advice. Call SEND Central on 01904 554312 or email send.central@york.gov.uk.

20/02/2026

FridYAY Feedback! Did you know we can provide information and advice to professionals too? Whatever improves outcomes for children and young people with SEND we are THERE FOR IT!

19/02/2026

Raise York supports families. They want to know what support you’ve had, what works well, and what could be better. Your answers will help them give families the right help at the right time. https://yorksj.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6M8Dac2fpwG7TU2

18/02/2026

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17/02/2026

York Local Offer have released their March workshops with rumour of more still to come! To find out more call 01904 555076 or email SENDCENTRAL@york.gov.uk

16/02/2026

Need some half term inspiration? York Mumbler News Page have got you!

Looking for places to visit in York suitable for children who are neurodivergent or have a disability? Or accessibility for a family member?

15/02/2026

FREE ONLINE COURSE - Words Matter https://wordsmatter.org/new-free-online-course/ Parent Carer Forum - York