Get to Know Us Better
Joanne Southall • January 29, 2025
Discover the Parent Carer Forum (PCF): Who We Are in 10 Minutes
At the Parent Carer Forum (PCF), we’re always looking for new ways to connect with families and share what we do. To offer a more accessible and engaging way of learning about us, we’ve created a 10-minute recording that highlights who we are, what we do, and how we support SEND families across Cheshire West and Chester.
This recording is perfect if you want to understand the work of the PCF but don’t have time to attend a meeting or read through detailed information.
Why Listen to Our Recording?
In just 10 minutes, you’ll:
- Learn Who We Are: Hear about our mission, values, and the parent-led nature of the forum.
- Discover What We Do: From gathering families’ voices to collaborating with professionals, we break down how we work to influence positive change.
- Understand How We Operate: Find out how we connect with families through surveys, focus groups, and events, and how you can get involved.
We’ve designed this recording to be an accessible and flexible way to learn about the PCF, whether you’re at home, on the school run, or simply need a quick overview.
Listen now here....
This recording is just one way to connect with the PCF.
We encourage you to explore more of what we offer:
- Join Our Events: Attend our coffee mornings, focus groups, or school rep sessions to share your experiences and meet other families.
- Follow Us Online: Stay up to date with news and opportunities via Facebook, YouTube, and newsletters.
- Reach Out Directly: Contact us via email or phone if you have specific questions or want to share your feedback.
Your voice matters, and the PCF is here to amplify it. We hope this recording provides a helpful introduction to who we are and how we work. Take a few minutes to listen, and let’s start a conversation about improving services for children and young people with SEND.
If you have any other questions, please email us at: contact.pcfcwac@gmail.com or call 07900 840867
Join us and have your voice heard at any of our events in 2025...
New date released for our online training session - virtual parent training on empowerment and communication
Coffee Events for parents & carers. Everyone is welcome! Parents will be able to catch up with other parents. Children are welcome!
Disability Services Advocacy Team Sessions
You can read the full Cheshire West & Chester SEND Strategy 2025/26 here. You can also view the results from our most recent PCF Survey.
This free online session is open to all parents and carers in Cheshire West and Chester who care for a child or young person aged 0–25 with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). Join us to learn about the support available for families across the early years.
This month’s newsletter includes updates on local services, events, and SEND news for families.
Take a look and stay connected with your SEND community!
Who is this for? This event is for parent carers of children and young people (aged 0–25) with SEND in Cheshire Wes and Chester. It’s a chance to hear from professionals, ask questions, and get practical strategies to support your child at home and in school. What’s on the day: Understanding Neurodiversity & Support in Cheshire West & Chester What neurodiversity is and why it matters Updates on CWAC’s Neurodiversity Profiling Tool and diagnostic pathway Parent introduction on using the neurodiversity tool Speakers include Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, Educational Psychologist, Autism Team. Information on accessing external support services Partnership Inclusion Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS) How schools in CWAC are becoming more inclusive for neurodiverse children Parent and student perspectives Resources, blogs, and practical advice from PCF involvement in the project How the learning from the project can support other schools Marketplace Meet local services and support organisations, including Autism Team, SALT, SPOTSS, OT, CWP (reasonable adjustments), Information Advice Support Service, Disability Positive, and more Opportunity to speak directly with professionals and other parent carers Food & Refreshments Tea, coffee, and cake will be provided. Please bring your own lunch. 📌 Important: This event is only open to parent carers of children/young people with SEND aged 0–25 in CWAC. Spaces are limited – book your place now!
Join us for an informative online session with IASS (Information, Advice and Support Service) to learn how they can help you navigate the SEND system. Find out: · Who IASS are and the support they provide to parent carers · How to access clear, impartial information about SEND processes · Practical tips and resources to help you advocate confidently for your child or young person
Who Are We? – PCF Forum & Meet the Director of Education & Inclusion We recently hosted our first virtual forum, where parent carers had the chance to: • Meet some of our PCF representatives • Hear from Contact’s Participation Advisor, Lisa, who explained how PCFs fit nationally • Meet Sal, the Director of Education Inclusion A huge thank you to everyone who joined us! Missed it? You can watch again on our YouTube channel or view the slides - links below...
To see other events coming up or to catch up on past events & presentations... click below