SEND News
SEND Upcoming Events
On this page you will find upcoming events for children and young people and their families with Special Educational Needs and Disabilies in Telford and Wrekin.
Family Hubs Chit Chat
Every parent needs a village, let's build ours one coffee morning at a time.
Come along you'll get to meet new people and be part of a community, which could help boost your wellbeing too.
Date: 1st Monday of each month
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Dawley Town Hall TF4 3JR
To find out more information visit What's on
PODS January Activities
Join PODS this January for a variety of activity sessions!
Parents and carers must attend and tickets are required for all children and young people. The activities are open to children and young people, including siblings.
To book, please click on the links below:
Winter Warmer Craft
Complex Needs Session
Trains and Construction
Blists Hill
STEM Making Flying Helicopters
Games and Puzzles
Craft Session (Lava Lamp Making)
Telford All Ages Autism Hub January - March 2026 events
The Telford Autism Hub are offering a fantastic range of events and clubs, from drop ins to workshops and youth groups, all designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and supportive.
To find out more information about what's on download the leaflet here.
Telford Skills Show
Come join us at Telford International Centre on March 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM for a day filled with exciting opportunities to explore different skills and careers.
Whether you're a student looking for inspiration or a professional seeking new challenges, this event is perfect for everyone. From interactive workshops to insightful talks, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Future Focus Drop In
Would you like to explore options for post 16 education and training?
Future Focus is an impartial, free, Careers Guidance support service for young people living in Telford aged between 16 – 19 or up to 25 years with additional needs.
If you live in Telford and Wrekin but have left full time education please feel free to drop in
Date: Monday to Friday
Time: 10am to 5pm
Location: Southwater One
Family Hubs Drop-In
Family Hub services aim to make a positive difference to children, young people and their families by providing the right help at the right time.
Come along and meet your local family hubs practitioner where you can access advice and support and connect with local organisations.
Support we cover includes parenting and behaviour support, online and community safety, SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities), domestic abuse support, financial advice and much more!
Dandelion Drop-In
Drop-in and speak to the Dandelions team.
- Advice and signposting
- Information on parenting/courses
- Support and guidance around accessing local community activities
- Family Hubs information
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 9:30am - 12:50pm
Location: Southwater Library - Children's section
PODS Challenges at Home Sessions
"Challenges at home" sessions for families who have a child on assessment pathway or undergoing diagnosis of NeuroDiversity (Autism/ADHD).
Open to 0-18 years from mainstream and special schools.
For families to discuss home/life concerns and seek information and advice from Educational Psychologist team around emotional, behaviour, social, anxieties, routines, etc.
Dates: Thursdays from July 2025 to July 2026
Time: Morning 9:30am - 11:30am or Evening 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: PODS Hub or MS Teams
To find out more information visit Challenges@Home Sessions