Webinar Recording
The Government has published proposals to reform the SEND system. These proposals are part of the wider Schools White Paper and related SEND reforms. Parent Carers are being asked to respond to 39 specific questions about the SEND reform.
As parent carers ourselves we know how difficult it can be finding the time to read such a large amount of information and respond to a long consultation.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our SEND White Paper Changes webinar with Polly Kerr and the three parent carer forums across Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos.
We know that the Government proposed SEND reforms as outlined in their White Paper and Consultation can be a lot to take in and think about, and we hope that our event gave you an opportunity to hear what these plans might mean for your family.
If you would like to watch the video again or know of someone who wasn’t able to attend the event and who would like to know a little more about the proposals, please feel free to watch the recording of the webinar
We know that there are many changes being proposed and we would remind everyone that they are just that, proposals. There have been no changes in law, and the Consultation is your opportunity to have your say on how these could impact your family.
SGPC have created a series of biteseize surveys to help you have your say about the proposed SEND reforms. If you haven't already done so, please help us by looking at our surveys, and filling in as many as you can.
We are now in a 12-week consultation period.
There are two ways that you can have your say:
Through the Government Consultation Survey on SEND reform - Closing Date 11:59pm 18 May 2026,
Through South Glos Parent Carer Forum’s bite size surveys. - Closing Date 11:59pm 3 May
If possible, we would always recommend that you complete both feedback options.
At SGPC, our role remains the same: to represent the lived experience of parent carers in South Gloucestershire and to ensure that your voices are heard locally and nationally.
We know that system change must improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND. We will work alongside the NNPCF and partners to ensure that reforms lead to positive, meaningful and sustainable change for families.
We will continue to update families as more detail becomes available through our social media, website and members email list:
You are not alone
We recognise that change can bring uncertainty and questions. You are not alone, our drop-in support sessions and online email support are here for you.
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April 2026