Warwickshire SEND Local Offer

19/06/2026

This Learning Disability Week, the fantastic on-site bike hire provider Mercia Cycles- Ryton Pools has teamed up with Mencap to offer three inclusive cycling sessions across Warwickshire Country Parks and Greenways, the first of which is taking place this weekend at Ryton Pools Country Park! 🚲

Inclusive Cycling Warwickshire parkride sessions offer led rides with trained staff, alongside access to a wide range of adapted and mainstream cycles suitable for all ages and abilities. You can also bring your own bike along if you prefer.

Everybody is welcome, whether you’re new to cycling, building confidence, or simply fancy enjoying a friendly ride in your local community. 🌳

Upcoming sessions:

📍 Ryton Pools Country Park
Saturday 20 June, 11am to 3pm

📍 Stratford Greenway
Saturday 27 June, 11am to 3pm

📍 Kingsbury Water Park
Saturday 18 July, 11am to 3pm

The sessions are free to attend, funded by Sport England. Booking is preferred but not essential.

For more information, call 0121 442 2944 or email [email protected]. See less

19/06/2026

HAF summer playscheme with Entrust Care Partnership 😎

HAF summer playscheme dates out now 🌞
Check out your HAF code with the Local Authority. Contact Diane if interested or want to know more.

18/06/2026

This month's Warwickshire SEND newsletter is out now!

Don't miss all of these updates in one place:

- Local Area SEND Inspection Outcome
- Parent Carer Engagement Workshops - coming in autumn
- Sensory-friendly School Leavers Prom 2026 - get your tickets!
- How a Health Passport could help you and your child
- ADHD support for Warwickshire families
..and more.

Check the comments below to read the June issue and sign up to receive the monthly updates straight to your inbox ⤵️

18/06/2026

⚠️ Safety warning for parents and carers

Seen those “squishy” toys all over social media? If your children or young people have been asking for them, it’s worth being aware of some safety concerns.

These soft, food-shaped toys (like donuts or dumplings) are really popular right now – but Trading Standards teams across the UK have found that some don’t meet basic safety requirements.

❗Reported issues include:
• Strong chemical smells
• Missing safety labels or supplier details
• Skin irritation or nausea
• Choking risks if damaged
• Burns if heated

Some cheaper or imitation versions – especially those bought online – may be higher risk.

✅ Top tips when buying:
• Look for a UKCA or CE mark
• Check for clear supplier details (ideally a UK address)
• Be cautious of very cheap items or anything with a strong smell

Keeping an eye out for these signs can help you choose safer products for children.

If you’re concerned about a product, you can report it to the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 223 1133

18/06/2026

Warwickshire Local Area SEND Partnership has welcomed the publication of its latest Ofsted and Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection of services for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

In its first inspection under the new national framework, which introduces three possible outcomes rather than a single overall rating, Warwickshire was assessed as meeting the ‘middle’ outcome, representing an improvement on the previous inspection.

Warwickshire Local Area SEND Partnership has welcomed the publication of its latest Ofsted and Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection of services

17/06/2026

Government’s response on SEND reform published by Education Committee

Today the Education Committee publishes the government’s response to its report on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support reform.

Click on the image below to read the full report.

Today the Education Committee publishes the government’s response to its report on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support reform.

17/06/2026

This Learning Disability Week, we’re highlighting some of the resources and events available in Warwickshire libraries to support SEND families.

Did you know?

When visiting any Warwickshire library, you can ask to borrow a sensory bucket.

These buckets help provide an entertaining and calming experience for anyone with sensory needs, with items that stimulate four of the senses - touch, smell, hearing and sight. Simply ask a member of staff and you can use a bucket for the duration of your visit.

Libraries are also offering a range of sensory-friendly sessions and activities, including:

Tiny Tales – Sensory story time @ Warwick Library
📅 Monday 22 June, 12:45–1:45pm
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/new-tiny-tales-sensory-story-time-warwick-library-tickets-1989540942516

Tiny Tales – Sensory story time @ Leamington Library
📅 Wednesday 24 June, 12–1pm
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiny-tales-sensory-story-time-leamington-library-tickets-1989642433077

Home Education Parent-Led Group (ages 5–11)
📍 Lillington Children & Family Centre
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/home-education-parent-led-group-for-children-5-11-years-lillington-cfc-tickets-1249280213749

Sensory Stories @ Nuneaton Library
📅 Multiple Dates
📍 Nuneaton Library and Information Centre Nuneaton, Warwickshire
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sensory-stories-nuneaton-library-tickets-1022576402547

Sensory Stories Library
📅 Multiple dates
📍 Rugby Library and Information Centre, Rugby
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sensory-stories-tickets-731952308057

Sensory Hour @ Stratford Library
📅 Every Monday and Wednesday
📍 12 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sensory-hour-tickets-731123137987

To explore more activities, visit:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/sensory-library-2633339

Find out more about Learning Disability Week:
👉 https://www.mencap.org.uk/learningdisabilityweek

17/06/2026

Lots of spaces still available for the SeN Zone Forest Families Forest School 🌳

Lots of spaces still available for our visit to Forest Families Forest School

To book please head to our website ☺️

17/06/2026

It's your last chance to meet the Warwickshire Parent Carer Voice team today at Shire Hall in Warwick to help them celebrate 5 years of supporting Warwickshire families.

🌟 Looking forward to the last of our birthday events later - everyone welcome (drop in anytime for cake 🧁 and a party bag!)… 11am-1pm Shire Hall, Warwick

16/06/2026

Does your child or young person have a health passport? 📋

Does your child or young person have a health passport? 📋

A health passport is a document that helps healthcare professionals understand your child better. It can include information about:

💚How they communicate
💚What helps them feel safe
💚 Sensory needs and triggers
💚 Medical conditions and medications
💚 Things they may find difficult
💚 How they express pain or distress

For many families, a health passport can also reduce the need to repeatedly explain their child's needs to different healthcare professionals. Instead of having the same conversations over and over again, important information is available in one place for staff to refer to.

Sharing a health passport before a hospital appointment, admission or emergency visit can help staff provide more personalised care and reduce stress for both your child and your family.

Many NHS trusts provide their own templates, often called a health passport, hospital passport, learning disability passport or communication passport.

If your child/young person doesn't already have one, try searching your local NHS trust's website or asking your GP surgery, learning disability nursing team, paediatrician or hospital for a template.

💡 Keep a digital copy on your phone so it's always available if you need unexpected medical care.

Has a health passport helped your family? We'd love to hear your experiences in the comments 👇

Here's a good template from the NHS website: https://f.mtr.cool/sbjatbpesx