Neurodiversity Learning Hub

14/10/2026

Manchester Parent Carer Forum

📢 We have a few places left for this Thursday's "Exploring Types of Schools and Support for Children with SEND" workshop with One Education!

📅 15 October 2026
🕙 10am - 12pm (lunch included)
🏢 Moss Side Millenium Powerhouse, 140 Raby Street
Manchester, M14 4SL

🎟️ Booking required. Please visit https://tinyurl.com/explore-school-types-2026 or scan the QR code on the poster to secure your place.

💖 Huge thanks to One Education Ltd and 's Local Offer for making this possible.

12/10/2026

We will be at the Manchester Local Offer SEND Drop-In this Wednesday. 🦋

📅 Wednesday 14 October 2026
🕙 10am–12pm
📍 Manchester Youth Zone, 931 Rochdale Road, Harpurhey, M9 8AE

Neurodiversity Learning Hub will be there alongside other SEND organisations, including Manchester Parent Carer Forum, Manchester Parent Champions, The SPACE Group Manchester, Dare 2b Different and more.

The special focus for this session is Health Transition to Adulthood, with an opportunity to meet health professionals and find out more about moving from children’s to adult health services.

The drop-in is for Manchester parents, carers and young people aged 0–25 with SEND.
Come along, ask questions, find out what support is available and connect with local services. ❤️

NLH
Educate. Navigate. Advocate.

09/10/2026

Manchester City Council has introduced a new online EHC needs assessment request form for parents and carers.

I’ve put together a short NLH guide explaining what has changed, what information to include, what evidence you can upload, the legal test Manchester must still apply, and what happens after you submit your request.

The key point: the form is new, but your legal rights have not changed.

🔗 Read the full article:
https://neurodiversitylearninghub.co.uk/blog/manchester-new-ehc-needs-assessment-form/⁠�

NLH
Educate. Advocate. Navigate.

09/10/2026

Manchester families - the latest SEND Local Offer update is now available. 🦋

It includes useful information on upcoming Local Offer drop-ins, SEND activities, workshops and support for families, as well as updates around EHC needs assessments, school applications, carers’ support, travel and more.
There is a lot happening across Manchester, so it is worth having a read and saving anything that may be useful for your family.

You can read the full update here:
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKMANCHESTER/bulletins/42dfe20⁠�

NLH
Educate. Navigate. Advocate.

SEND News from Manchester Local Offer - October 7th 2026 Manchester City Council sent this bulletin at 07-10-2026 01:38 PM BST The latest news and updates for parents/carers and children and young people 0-25 years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the Manchester City Council...

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

Home-to-school transport can bring such mixed emotions for SEND families.🦋

There can be relief that your child has a safe way to get to school, but also guilt, worry and that strange feeling of watching them leave without you. Then there are the practical challenges too - what happens when transport cannot come, a passenger assistant is unavailable, routines suddenly change, or you miss those everyday school-gate conversations that help you understand how your child’s day has gone.

In this blog, I share the reality behind home-to-school transport - the difficult parts, the positives, and the amazing drivers, passenger assistants and school staff who can make such a difference.

With the right people around them, transport can become more than a journey. It can become part of a child’s routine, independence and access to the right education. ❤️

Read the NLH blog:
https://neurodiversitylearninghub.co.uk/⁠�

Subscribe for new NLH blogs, SEND guidance and updates:
https://neurodiversitylearninghub.co.uk/stay-connected/⁠�

NLH
Educate. Navigate. Advocate.

07/10/2026

✨ Free SEND workshops are coming soon! ✨

We’re excited to be bringing a series of free, supportive and informative workshops to Cheetham CofE Community Academy, open to all parents and carers. 🦋

The sessions will include input from professionals such as SALT, Educational Psychology, SENDIASS, Occupational Therapy, Prospect House, as well as toilet training support from an expert - with more topics to be announced.

The aim is simple: to give families clearer information, practical guidance and a welcoming space to ask questions and better understand the SEND journey.

These workshops are being organised by Neurodiversity Learning Hub, in collaboration with Manchester Parent Carer Forum and Manchester Parent Champions. ❤️

More details coming soon - keep an eye on our page for dates and workshop information.

NLH
Educate. Navigate. Advocate.

05/10/2026

Looking for support with emotional wellbeing or mental health? 💭💛

M-Thrive is based right here at Manchester Youth Zone and offers a single point of access for children and young people in Manchester aged 5–18 (up to 25 with SEND). They provide early support, guidance and help you find the right services - when you need them.

M-Thrive can support with:
✨ Low-level anxiety
✨ Low mood
✨ Emotional regulation
✨ Low self-esteem
✨ Anger and related challenges

Working closely with local services and communities, M-Thrive helps young people and families access the right support at the right time - building resilience and helping them thrive 🌱

If you or someone you know could benefit, don’t hesitate to reach out...
💬0161 203 3189
💬[email protected]

04/10/2026

Delivered by the charity Contact, as a member of the Early Years SEND partnership.

03/10/2026

Today I came across Spectrum Travel Events Ltd, an autism and sensory-friendly travel service supporting families and individuals to access journeys, days out, events and more in a more inclusive and comfortable way.

For many SEND families, travel can be one of the biggest barriers - whether that is due to sensory needs, anxiety, transitions, safety, waiting times, or the worry of not knowing how a child or young person may cope.

Services that understand these needs can make a real difference.

Spectrum Travel offers autism and sensory-friendly travel, with features such as:

🔹 TV and Xbox
🔸 Fidget toys
🔹 Sensory lighting
🔸 Snacks and drinks
🔹 Car seats available
🔸 A welcoming and inclusive approach

They support with airport transfers, days out, events, holiday parks and more.

It was lovely to learn more about a service that is thinking about accessibility, inclusion and reducing stress around travel.

Sharing for any families who may find this helpful ❤️

Website: spectrumtravelevents.com
Contact: 07594 705643

Because inclusion should not stop at school or services - it should be part of everyday life too.

NLH
Educate. Navigate. Advocate.