Ivel Valley School expansion approved to create more specialist SEND places -  Plans to significantly expand Ivel Valley School have been approved by Central Bedfordshire Council, creating more specialist places for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Save the SEND Local Offer to Your Home Screen - Did you know you can save the Central Bedfordshire SEND Local Offer to your phone, tablet or computer home screen?   This gives you quick and easy access to SEND information, advice, support and services whenever you need them.

Upcoming events and dates for your diary -October Half-Term Activities Looking for activities this October half term? There are plenty of exciting opportunities for SEND children, young people and their families across Central Bedfordshire, from sensory workshops and creative arts sessions to outdoor Halloween adventures.

SNAP PCF SEND Roadshow -  Wednesday 21 October 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Weatherley Centre, Biggleswade (SG18 8JH) This drop-in event brings together key local SEND services and organisations from across Education, Health and Social Care,  under one roof for you to talk to.

CAMHS Community Access Service -  Online Workshops for Parents Carers

Parent Carers Workshops- Understanding Emotions and Behaviours of children that are Neurodiverse

Free Autumn Term Training & Events for Parent Carers! SNAP Parent Carer Forum (SNAP PCF) has released its upcoming schedule of training and events for the Autumn Term 2026. These sessions are completely free for parent carers in Central Bedfordshire who are members of SNAP PCF, and cover a wide range of supportive topics, including:

Children's Centres Stay & Play sessions A fun session for families who have children with special educational needs and disabilities to meet other families and to get support and advice from our Early Years SEND Team.  No diagnosis needed.  Parents without children in attendance are welcome to attend.

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