The Government has published the ‘Every child achieving and thriving’ White Paper, setting out proposals for reforms to the schools and SEND Systems in England.

The proposals are part of a national consultation and current support for families remains the same.

The Southend SEND Area Partnership have issued a letter about the proposed reforms and consultation and invite Southend families to an information session to find out more about the potential changes.

Engagement and information session:

Friday 17 April, 9.30am to 10.30am at Southend Civic Centre. Book via Eventbrite.

SSIF are also hosting 1-hour drop-in sessions at the Civic Centre for parent carers to share views and ask questions:

• 13 March, 9:30am (CR2)
• 17 March, 9:30am (CR2)
• 23 March, 12:30pm (CR3)
• 23 April, 10:30am (CR7)
• 1 May, 12:30pm (CR7)
• 11 May, 10:00am (CR4)

Read the Partnership letter and find out more about the consultation here: www.livewellsouthend.com/SENDReformUpdates