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At Parent Carer Forum Cheshire West & Chester, we share inspiring stories and vital developments that resonate with families navigating the challenges of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Join our supportive community to connect, learn, and empower each other on this journey together.
The Department for Education is consulting on Education Otherwise Than at School (EOTAS) — and parent carers’ voices are crucial.
PCF (AGM) meeting with an update from the CWaC SEND Transport team on SEND Home to School Travel Assistance.
The SEND Commitment - SEND system works together. It’s a set of shared promises, created with families, professionals, and young people. Commitment across CWaC,
MyMind CYPMHS children and young people’s mental health services in Cheshire West and Chester.
MHST (Mental Health Support Team) schools, anxiety support, ADHD
The SEND Partnership Board independently chaired by Edwina Grant with senior stakeholders from across the system. PCF Vice Chair presented findings from PCF Survey.
Knowing Me Neurodiversity Profiling Tool. PCF CWaC’s Ongoing Role in a Tool Built With Families.
Introduction from Sal Thirlway, Director of Education and Inclusion, Cheshire West and Chester Council .
Parent Carer Forum for Cheshire West & Chester new blog post - Parent Voices - Luke Squires, a dad to three neurodiverse children, living with ADHD himself.
We will be discussing SEND Reform National Consultation
Schools White Paper:
Education, Inclusion and Mental Health Forum on 12th May at Vicars Cross Golf Club, Tarvin, Chester
Your feedback will shape future SEND services across health, education, social care and the community. Read the results from our Survey 2026.
PFC Cheshire West - Events
We are currently adding dates for events in 2024/25 they will be calendarised above.
Information about our events can be found below. Past events are available to watch again or view presentations. See below for details....
PCF (AGM) meeting with an update from the CWaC SEND Transport team on SEND Home to School Travel Assistance.
We will be discussing SEND Reform National Consultation
Schools White Paper:
Education, Inclusion and Mental Health Forum on 12th May at Vicars Cross Golf Club, Tarvin, Chester
An informative and supportive session designed for parents, carers of young people with SEND in Cheshire West &Chester. Find out what short breaks are available.