The Department for Education Schools White Paper
The Department for Education has released a new Schools White Paper called “Every Child Achieving and Thriving.” This is an important document that explains possible changes to schools and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) support in England. The government is asking for feedback from parents and carers like you. You have until 18 May 2026 to share your thoughts and experiences. This is a great chance to help shape the future of education and make sure children with SEND get the support they need. Your voice matters—please take part in the consultation and share what matters most to you and your child.
As a Havering SEND parent carer, there are five simple ways you can get involved and make sure your voice is heard. Your experiences and opinions are really important. By taking part, you can help improve support for children with SEND in our community.
Here are the ways you can get involved:
1: In person
Havering Face-to-Face Listening Event
Date: 27 April 2026
Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Venue: First Step, Tangmere Crescent, Hornchurch RM12 5PP
This session is run by Havering SEND Family Voice and supported on the day by:
- Havering SENDIASS
- Havering Head of SEND
- Havering Family Information Service Engagement Officer
You can sign up for the event using the link below:
Havering Schools White Paper Local Information & Listening Session (Opens in new tab)
2: Online Webinar
London Region Webinars
These online sessions are run by the NNPCF London Region and are open to parent carers across London.
Booking your session is easy! Just look at the dates below and click on the one that’s most convenient for you to reserve your space.
3: Online Survey
London Region Parent Carer Survey (Opens in new tab)
Havering SEND Family Voice is part of the London Region Network of Parent Carer Forums. Completing this survey helps show what families in Havering and across London think about SEND reform.
4: Engagement Events
Join the Council for Disabled Children (CDC) for special Engagement Events designed just for parents and carers of SEND children. These events are a wonderful opportunity to share your experiences, ask questions, and have your voice heard.
Your opinion matters, and together, we can make a real difference!
Booking your session is easy! Just look at the dates below and click on the one that’s most convenient for you to reserve your space.
Online Sessions:
In-person (London, Westminster):
5: Complete the Consultation Directly
You can also have your say by responding directly to the government’s consultation about the Schools White Paper. This is a chance for parents and carers of SEND children to share what really matters to you and your family.
It’s easy to take part—just click the link below to fill out the short survey.
SEND Reform Department for Education (Opens in new tab)
Your opinions and experiences are important and will help make things better for children with SEND. Every response truly makes a difference. By sharing your story, you can help shape SEND support not just in Havering, but across London and even all of England.
Your voice matters and can help create positive change for children and families everywhere.