Overview Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Join the Leeds Local Offer team and local partner organisations for a dedicated daytime information drop-in session in Wetherby.
This is a free, informal opportunity to meet service representatives face-to-face, ask questions, and gather guidance on the support available across Leeds.
Event Details
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Date: Wednesday 9th September 2026
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Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
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Venue: Wetherby Sports Association, The Club House, Lodge Lane, Wetherby, LS22 5FN
Services in Attendance & What You Can Discuss
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Leeds Local Offer: Signposting, local service discovery, and navigating the Local Offer directory.
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Leeds SENDIASS: Support in mainstream schools, preparing for meetings, EHCP assessments and plans, mediation, tribunal appeals, SEND funding, and transport.
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Carers Leeds: DLA/PIP benefits advice, financial guidance, and emotional support for parent carers.
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Leeds Parent Carer Forum (Leeds PCF): Connecting with family sessions and having your voice heard in local policy.
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Little Hiccups: Parent-led support, sensory-friendly activities, inclusive family events, and peer support.
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Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust: Speech and Language Therapy support for communication, eating, drinking, and swallowing.
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Leeds Family Hubs: Hub services and support from Family Hub SEND Coordinators.
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Time for Young People (The Children’s Society): Low-level emotional wellbeing support, drop-in hub details, and guidance for anxiety, mood, and identity.
Travel & Accessibility
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By Car: Free on-site parking is available. Use postcode LS22 5FN in your sat nav.
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By Bus: Bus routes 98 and 99 stop at Wetherby bus station, located approximately a 5-minute walk from the clubhouse.
Registration & Contact
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Let the team know you’re attending: https://surveys.leeds.gov.uk/s/InfoDropIn/
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Email enquiries: LLO@leeds.gov.uk
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Website: https://www.leedslocaloffer.org.uk
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WhatsApp updates: https://tinyurl.com/LLOWhatsApp