SEND news and updates
Christmas 2021 Newsletter
The Autumn edition of Wigan Parent Carer SEND Newsletter is now available online, with information and activities for children and families.
Embrace behaviour support sessions
Monthly support group for parents and carers to explore and share different strategies, approaches, ideas and information.
Where? Wigan Youth Zone, Parson’s Walk, Wigan WN1 1RU
For more information please contact Andy on 01942 233323. Please note that you are asked not to bring children to the sessions
SENDIASS training
Wigan’s SENDIASS team are offering training to parents and carers of children with SEND
- Preparing for School Meetings - 16th December, 10-11am
Visit the Embrace website to book your place on SENDIASS training (external link). All the training is virtual and can be accessed via a Zoom code which will be emailed after you've booked your place.
For more information contact Embrace on 01942 233323
SENDIASS training is also available for professionals working with children with SEND (external link).
Autism awareness and workshops
A full programme of online training for parents and carers of children and young people with autism is available.
Neurodevelopmental Pathway drop in sessions are held in various venues across the borough, giving parents and carers the opportunity to speak to professionals.
North West SEND Regional Network
This is a partnership of local, regional and national organisations and groups supporting children and young people with SEND and their families.
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Feedback
We are always looking for feedback on the content of the Local Offer. We are required to report on any feedback that we receive and what we have done in response to it. You can find a link to our latest report above.