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Help more children and young people with SEND access NHS eye care at school

created by NHS published on 23 October 2026

This is a fully funded NHS service for eligible pupils in participating Special Educational Settings, but consent is required before a sight test can take place. The NHS In-School Sight Testing Service is now available in participating special educational settings across London. It provides specialist sight testing in a familiar environment, helping reduce barriers to eye care.

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ADHD Conference for Parents, Carers and School Staff

created by Inclusion Advisory Team published on 19 October 2026

Join us on Tuesday 8th December at 9.30am - 12.30pm for an online conference exploring ADHD, with practical strategies and shared experiences to support children and young people at home and in school. Hosted by the Inclusion Advisory Team (IAT) in partnership with Headstuff ADHD Therapy, the Barnet Parent Carer Forum, and Barnet schools.

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Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day

created by Early Language Support for Every Child (ELSEC) Team published on 16 October 2026

Today is Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day! What is Developmental Language Disorder? Developmental language disorder (DLD) is a condition where children have long-term challenges talking and/or understanding words. Children with DLD may have lots of ideas but find it hard to put their ideas into words and understand what other people say to them.

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BELS Parent Carer Q&A Sessions

created by BELS published on 14 October 2026

Save the dates for Barnet Education and Learning Service (BELS) half- termly, online question and answer sessions. This series of sessions has been co-produced with the Barnet Parent Carer Forum.  See the flyer for the schedule. You will have the opportunity to submit questions in advance and take part in discussion during each session.

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Autism Central: free peer education programme for families

created by BELS on behalf of Autism Central published on 14 October 2026

Autism Central is the National Peer Education Programme for families and support networks of autistic people of all ages in England. The programme is delivered by Anna Freud and commissioned by the NHS.  We offer families education, coaching, and connection through resources, one-to-one peer support, and group learning events. 

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