Hackney Send

Join us for a SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
2025-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | In Person, Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square Dalston Lane, London, E8 1FA
Come along to our coffee morning with Peabody in partnership with Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum.
This free coffee morning is open to all SEND families across Hackney.
This space is for you to come and have a talk with other parents, come and let us know if you need support with anything or just come to have a little break from your caring role.
Refreshments will be provided.

July SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, London, E8 1FA, United Kingdom

Website focus group: Hackney's 0-25 SEND Local Offer
2025-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Tomlinson Centre, Tomlinson Centre, London, E8 3ND, United Kingdom
Do you want to find out a bit more about Hackney’s 0-25 SEND Local Offer website?
https://www.hackneylocaloffer.co.uk/
Have you got ideas about how we can make the website more empowering and useful for parents and carers like you?

Come to a focus group on 18th July from 10am – 12pm at The Tomlinson Centre, E8 3ND
At this session you can:

Find out more about how information is developed for the website and who does this?
Help us decide what services and opportunities to include.
Try some searching activities so we can see what works and what needs to improve
Tell us what you think
Help identify actions to be worked on over the Summer that may help people using the website.

Places are limited so please get in touch with Ella as soon as possible ella.ritchie@hackney.gov.uk
Priority will be given to parents and carers not already involved in workstreams.

23rd July SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
2025-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, London, E8 1FA, United Kingdom

SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
2025-09-24 10:00 - 12:00
SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
Join us for a friendly coffee morning with Peabody in partnership with Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum.
This free event is open to all SEND families across Hackney. It’s a welcoming space where you can:

Meet other parents and carers

Share experiences and support each other

Take a short break from your caring role

We are delighted that Councillor Sizer, Hackney’s SEND Champion, has expressed her interest in attending and will be joining us.
Details:📅 Date: Wednesday 24th September🕙 Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm📍 Venue: Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, E8 1FA
Refreshments will be provided.
👉 We look forward to seeing you there!

HSPCF x Shelter: Housing Options for Children with Additional Needs
2025-11-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Marie Lloyd Centre, 329 Queensbridge Road, London, E8 3LA, United Kingdom
Free in-person training
Event details

Monday 24th of November
10:00-11:30
Marie Lloyd Centre, 329 Queensbridge Road E8 3LA
Booking is essential

Would you like to increase your knowledge and understanding of SEND housing options in Hackney?
Register now for a free, in-person training session, hosted by the Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum and delivered by the expert team from Shelter.

Find out how the system works and what support families can expect.
Increase your knowledge and understanding of housing options in Hackney.
Share your experience of the common barriers SEND families face in housing processes.

This free in-person training session is open to parent/carers of children with SEND in Hackney
Booking is essential as space is limited.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hspcf-x-shelter-housing-options-for-children-with-additional-needs-tickets-1968708927398

SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, London, E8 1FA, United Kingdom
Join us for a friendly coffee morning with Peabody in partnership with Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum.
We’ll be joined by Art Burst, who will talk about their creative programmes and ask you how to make their sessions even more inclusive for children and young people with SEND.

💜All SEND parents and carers in the community are warmly welcome💜
🍰☕ Free tea, coffee and cake. You’re very welcome to bring along your favourite cake to share with the group
Come along for a relaxed, friendly space to connect, chat and help shape activities for our families.

Wednesday 3rd December, 10:00-12:00
Pembury Community Centre
Atkins Square
Dalston Lane E8 1FA
This free coffee morning is open to all SEND families across Hackney.

SEND Parent and Carer Coffee Morning
2025-12-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, London, E8 1FA, United Kingdom
Join us for a friendly coffee morning with Peabody in partnership with Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum.
We’ll be joined by Richard Allen, who will be talking about the Supported Internship Programme – Post-16 Pathway, sharing what’s available for young people with SEND. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions and get useful information to help plan the next steps for your young person..

💜 All SEND parents and carers in the community are warmly welcome💜
🎉 As it’s the festive season, we’ll have a little celebration!🎉
🍰 Free tea and coffee. Bring along your favourite food or snacks and let’s celebrate the positive highlights of this year together.
☕ Come along for a relaxed, friendly space to connect, chat and help shape activities for our families.

Wednesday 17th December, 10:00-12:00
Pembury Community Centre
Atkins Square
Dalston Lane E8 1FA
This free coffee morning is open to all SEND families across Hackney.

Healthy Parent Carers Programme (6 Week Online Course starting from 9th Jan 2026)
2026-01-09 10:00 - 13:00
Are you a parent or carer of a child with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Hackney?
Are you looking to improve your health, well-being, and connect with a supportive community?
Join our FREE 6-week online parent-led Healthy Parent Carers Programme and embark on a journey towards better physical and mental health alongside others who share similar experiences.
Why Join?

✅ Enhance your physical and mental well-being
✅ Build a supportive network of fellow parents and carers
✅ Gain valuable skills and knowledge for a healthier lifestyle

Programme Details

When: Fridays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Dates: (2026)
📅 January: 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th📅 February: 6th & 13th

Where: Online (Zoom)

Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early to secure your spot!
Page link: https://hspcf.org/healthy-parent-carers/
About Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum
We’re dedicated to empowering parents and carers of children with SEND in Hackney by offering opportunities for connection, learning, and growth.
Don’t miss this opportunity to focus on your health and well-being while building meaningful relationships with others in the SEND community!

How to Register
📍 Sign Up Today:

Scan the QR code on this page, or
Click the register now button below.
https://forms.office.com/e/FFFZRFqifR

Review Meeting- Monday, 19 January 2026
2026-01-19 12:30 - 14:30 | Marie Lloyd Centre, 329 Queensbridge Road, London, E8 3LA, United Kingdom
Review Meeting – Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum
Date: Monday, 19 January 2026Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pmVenue:Marie Lloyd Centre329 Queensbridge RoadLondon E8 3LA
Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum warmly invites parents and carers to join us for our annual Review Meeting.
This open meeting is an opportunity to:

Share what we have been working on over the past year

Hear what matters most to you, your child, and young person

Discuss priorities and help shape our plans for the year ahead

A light lunch will be provided, and we look forward to welcoming you in person.
Register to attend
Please book your place in advance using the link below:👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KbTX08FgVh

Feedback Session: Following the Local Area SEND Inspection
2026-02-11 10:30 - 12:30 | HCVS, 24–30 Dalston Lane, London E8 3AZ, HCVS, London, E8 3AZ, United Kingdom
Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum is hosting a feedback session following the Local Area SEND Inspection. Join us to hear updates, understand key outcomes, and help shape the next steps and priorities for SEND in Hackney.
What we’ll cover

What the inspection found: key messages and outcomes

What happens next: actions, timelines, and improvements

Priorities moving forward: how families’ views will be included

Q&A and shared discussion

Date & time
11th February, 10:30–12:30
Location
HCVS, 24–30 Dalston Lane, London E8 3AZ
Speakers

Selina Amar (Contact)

Yvonne Wade (Head of SEND)

Sarah Darcy (Strategic Lead for Integrated Care)

Ella Ritchie (SEND Local Offer and Participation Lead)

Who should attend
Parents carers of children and young people with SEND in Hackney, and anyone interested in local SEND improvements.
Book your place
Please register to attend: https://forms.office.com/e/REcgb04wSa

Housing Options for Children with Additional Needs – Online Session
2026-02-19 18:30 - 19:30
Date: 19 February 2026 (6:30-7:30pm) Thursday
Join link, meeting ID, and passcode embedded inside the event

Description

Shelter will host an online evening session for HSPCF parent carers on Thursday, 19 February. The session will cover Housing Options for Children with Additional Needs, aimed at those who were unable to attend the in‑person event. Participants can join via a Microsoft Teams link, using the provided meeting ID and passcode. The session is coordinated by Melanie Cartwell, Acting Hackney SEND Parent Carer Forum Coordinator at the City & Hackney Carers Centre.
Microsoft Teams Meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/31415134321148?p=E28BUGtVHrWqvJMgBp

Meeting ID: 314 151 343 211 48

Passcode: [REDACTED]

Join Us for the Hackney SEND Family Fun Day!
2026-03-28 12:00 - 16:00 | Ickburgh School, Kenworthy Road, Hackney, London, E9 5RB, Ickburgh School, London, E9 5RB, United Kingdom
Join Us for the Hackney SEND Family Fun Day! 🌟
📅 Saturday, 28th March 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Ickburgh School, Kenworthy Road, Hackney, London, E9 5RB
👨‍👧‍👦 Calling all dads, mums, grandparents, uncles, brothers, sisters, carers and positive male role models!
🎉 What’s On?
🎮 Gaming Van
🫧 Bubble Fun
💆 Wellbeing Sessions
🎨 Face Painting
🍕 FREE Pizza
⚽Football Bouncy Castle
♟️Giant Jenga
🎯Football Darts
…and so much more fun for the entire family!
This special SEND Family Fun Day is all about celebrating the important role you play in your child’s life and is designed to help dads and male carers build confidence, community and lasting memories with their children.
👉 Scan the QR code in the flyer/ click the link for registration: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=e8CM6dMPa0iUi4ZuuRLwdDZQHQAq9wlNkRqqUx5ATsVUMjBURFZQWDBZRjJYMEk1WlZJSzFYWFFOWiQlQCN0PWcu&origin=QRCode
📞 Contact us:
📧 info@hspcf.org | ☎️ 0208 533 0951
⏰ Mon-Fri, 10 AM – 4 PM
Let’s make it a day to remember! 🎉
