SEND & WELLBEING News
SEND PROVISION UPDATE FROM BCP
We are pleased to share that the Department for Education has recognised the positive progress being made to improve support for children and young people with SEND across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
As a result, the government has stepped down its statutory direction for the BCP SEND Local Area Partnership to an Improvement Notice. This reflects growing confidence in the work taking place across education, health and care services to strengthen support for children and young people with SEND.
This is an important milestone and recognises the collective efforts of schools, settings, partners, children, young people and families who have worked together to drive improvements across the local area. We would like to thank everyone who has contributed to this progress.
While we welcome this recognition, we know that improvement is an ongoing journey. We recognise that some children, young people and families continue to face challenges, and that not everyone will yet have experienced the positive changes being made. We remain committed to ensuring that improvements are felt consistently by all those who rely on SEND services and support.
The move to an Improvement Notice acknowledges the progress that has been made so far and provides encouragement that we are moving in the right direction. At the same time, it reinforces the importance of continuing to build on this progress and embed lasting improvements across the local area. Our focus remains on delivering better experiences and outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
The voices of children, young people, parents and carers will continue to be at the heart of this work. Your experiences, feedback and insights are invaluable in helping us understand what is working well and where we can do better. By continuing to work together, we can build on the foundations already in place and shape services that better meet the needs of local families.
Thank you to all parents and carers who continue to share their experiences and help shape local SEND services. Your feedback plays a vital role in our ongoing improvement work, and we remain committed to listening, learning and working in partnership with you as we continue this journey
SUMMER INFORMATION FROM BCP
BCP have provided the following information with regards to activities and support available over the Summer holiday.
Early Help & Targeted Intervention Service:
Early Help Access Point Public 01202 126 668 EHAccessPoint@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
BCP FID: The Hubs have not published their Summer Holiday activities/ timetables yet so please keep an eye on the links.
Family Hubs:
Family hubs and outreach centres - contact information and timetables
Family Information Directory Holiday Activities, What’s on Calendar
FOOD
BCP Access to Food: Where to get food bank vouchers, Community Fridges, pantries and social supermarkets Access to Food Partnership - local food banks and community fridges | BCP
Access to Food Map: Food Map Map showing location of food banks, Community Fridges, pantries and social supermarkets
FREE BREAKFAST FOR SUMMER: MORRISONS AND KELLOGG’S TEAM UP TO FEED FAMILIES: Families visiting their local Morrisons Café throughout the summer holidays can enjoy a free ‘Kellogg’s Breakfast’, which includes a bowl of cereal and a portion of fruit. The best part, it’s not just for kids, adults get to eat completely free too. From 29.06.2026 – 06.09.2026, 12.10.2026- 01.11.2026, 21.12.2026- 03.01.2027. This offer is redeemable all-day Monday to Sunday. Simply say ‘Kellogg’s Breakfast’ at the till point at any UK Morrisons Café to receive breakfast, which includes a free portion pack of Cornflakes (24g), Rice Krispies (22g) with milk or milk alternative (125ml). Limit of 1 breakfast per customer per day. Offer is not transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
Kids Eat Free: https://familysaveuk.co.uk/kids-eat-free
CAP: Where kids eat for free: summer holidays 2025 guide | CAP UK
ACTIVITIES
Library Summer Reading Challenge: This year’s official Read to the Beat book collection includes books about musicians, characters discovering music, sound science, cultural traditions, rhythm, storytelling through sound, breaking down barriers to music, creative expression and following your dreams.
Story Doors Trail: Story Doors Trail | BCP 24 local schools have each created a story door, and there’s one hidden in every library. Download the map to begin the trail.
Whats-on-children-and-families-summer-2026.pdf
Family events: Family Events - Bournemouth
Primary Times: Family activities and events for primary school children | Primary Times
BCP Mumbler:
Summer Holiday: Summer Holiday - Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Mumbler
Summer in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole - Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Mumbler
Where can Kids Eat for Free in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole? Where can Kids Eat for Free in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole? - Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Mumbler
Dorset Mums: Welcome to Dorsetmums - lists great places to go, children's classes, half term and seasonal events, useful contacts, family campsites, pubs with play areas and more!
The Parks Foundation:
Cafes: Cafes - The Parks Foundation What’s On
Events: Events - The Parks Foundation
Young Ranger Work Experience: 16+ Ranger Work Experience - The Parks Foundation
Soundstorm: SoundStorm Music Education Agency | Bournemouth
MBN Arts: Holiday Clubs & Public Workshops - MBN Arts
Coda Music and Arts Trust: What's on — CODA
STORMBREAK SHINE
Stormbreak Shine pathways are short (between 15 and 30 minute) sessions, which can be followed at home to help support a range of needs.
If you would like further information or to have access to any of the pathways below, please email senco@twynhamprimary.com, stating your child(ren)’s name and which pathway(s) you would like more information/access to
FACE TRAINING SESSIONS
Twynham Primary School has purchased a 12 month FACE Membership to allow parents access to all FACE training sessions (usually £24), free of charge.
There are 16 regular talks, which are on a four-weekly rotation, and can be accessed here. Please see the March timetable below.
Please see email for full details on how to book.
Links to recordings of the talks are available for 48 hours after the session. If you cannot make the live session, book on and then email info@facefamilyadvice.co.uk to request the recording link.
STORMBREAK AT TPS
We have recently launched Stormbreak at Twynham Primary School.
Stormbreak is a charity (registered in England and Wales) that supports young children’s mental health through movement, equipping them with sustainable skills and coping strategies to thrive during the complex demands of growth into adult life.
Each Stormbreak lasts between 5 to 15 minutes and involves movement and associated conversation and discussion around mental health. At school, we use a mixture of pre-recorded videos and stormbreaks which are delivered by our school staff.
Stormbreak is something that can also be completed at home, as a family, and this PDF contains all the information you should need. It is easy to set up your own parent account, and this video explains how to do it.
HELP CHILDREN TO STAY SAFE ON CHAT APPS
Please click on the link below to find information from the NSPCC about keeping children safe on chat apps.
CHRISTCHURCH FAMILY HUB
Christchurch Family Hub (previously called The Family Hub at Somerford) is one of six centrally located Hubs providing early help services and support for families living in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Each family hub provides:
- Family support from our early help family support teams
- A range of programmes to support parents and their children, covering four key areas:
- Parenting, Young Parents and Volunteering
- use of the Home Learning Environment
- the Brighter Futures Programme
- Communication, Language and Literacy.
- Health services such as midwife clinics
- Information, advice and guidance, including information on and signposting to local childcare, signposting to a range of services including debt advice and information on community activities
- Domestic violence support
- Foodbank vouchers and support with accessing food
- Breastfeeding pump loans
Full details can be found by following this link Christchurch Family Hub
SENDIASS4BCP
Please click on the link below to find details of events this month.
Whats On and other News - SENDiass4BCP
