Programme 02

SEND Learning & Family Support

Practical support shaped around strengths and family voice

A supportive pathway for children and families seeking clearer, more accessible ways to strengthen learning, communication and participation.

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A primary-age child completing a practical learning activity with a parent and a supportive educator.

Who it is for

Designed around children, families and the people who support them.

  • Children with identified or emerging special educational needs
  • Parents and carers looking for practical, strengths-based guidance
  • Schools and community organisations supporting inclusive participation

What happens

Programme activities

  • A listening conversation focused on the child’s strengths, needs and context
  • Practical strategies for learning, communication and transitions
  • Accessible guidance on appropriate digital tools and routines
  • Signposting when another service is better placed to help

What changes

Expected outcomes

  • Families feel heard, informed and more confident about next steps
  • Children experience more consistent, accessible support
  • Home and school develop a clearer shared understanding
  • Barriers and unmet needs are identified earlier

A clear route in

Access and delivery

How to access it

  • Direct enquiry from parents and carers
  • Referral or introduction from a school or community partner
  • An initial enquiry does not require a diagnosis

Delivery model

  • One-to-one or small-group family sessions
  • School-linked support and parent workshops
  • Blended follow-up using accessible resources and agreed check-ins

Safety and accessibility

  • Clear boundaries: we do not diagnose or provide crisis services
  • Consent-led information sharing and privacy-respecting records
  • Child-centred communication, dignity and reasonable adjustments

Learning and accountability

How we will measure progress

We agree proportionate measures before delivery, listen to beneficiaries and report limitations alongside positive change.

  • Family-defined goals and progress check-ins
  • Confidence, access and participation measures
  • Referral outcomes and service-learning reviews

For funders and partners

Help widen access and strengthen the evidence.

Funding can widen access for families facing disadvantage, develop accessible resources and strengthen local referral pathways.

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A simple first step

Tell us what your children, families or school need.

We will listen, explain whether this programme fits and suggest a practical next step.

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