Recordings from the 2021-22 National Parent Carer Forums’ conference

Jo Southall • January 6, 2022

Recordings and Presentations
from the 2021-22 National Parent Carer Forums’ conference

The 2021 annual joint conference took place from 29th December to Wednesday 1st December 2021, many thanks to all of those who were able to join us. For those who were not able to join us for some or all of the sessions please see the link below to access the recordings of sessions along with associated presentations and resources as they become available over the coming days.

The conference was made up of a variety of sessions including workshops, interactive information sessions, opportunities to feedback and ask questions, learn about health and regional work, and the launch of our diversity toolkit to help you to reach out further into your communities. 


Recordings & Presentations
PCF Monthly Round-Up - June 2026
By Lucy Kennerley June 23, 2026
PCF Monthly Round-Up - This month, the Vice-Chair presented our 2026 Survey findings, 702 responses strong, to the SEND Partnership Board, chaired by Edwina Grant.
The SEND Commitment
By Lucy Kennerley June 22, 2026
The SEND Commitment - SEND system works together. It’s a set of shared promises, created with families, professionals, and young people. Commitment across CWaC,
MyMind CYPMHS children and young people’s mental health services in Cheshire West and Chester.
By Lucy Kennerley June 22, 2026
MyMind CYPMHS children and young people’s mental health services in Cheshire West and Chester. MHST (Mental Health Support Team) schools, anxiety support, ADHD
By Lucy Kennerley June 22, 2026
The SEND Partnership Board independently chaired by Edwina Grant with senior stakeholders from across the system. PCF Vice Chair presented findings from PCF Survey.
Neurodiversity Profiling Tool Update
By Lucy Kennerley June 22, 2026
Knowing Me Neurodiversity Profiling Tool. PCF CWaC’s Ongoing Role in a Tool Built With Families.
The latest Cheshire West and Chester Council SEND Newsletter is out.
By Joanne Southall June 18, 2026
Introduction from Sal Thirlway, Director of Education and Inclusion, Cheshire West and Chester Council .
Luke Squires, a dad to three neurodiverse children, living with ADHD himself.
By Lucy Kennerley June 8, 2026
Parent Carer Forum for Cheshire West & Chester new blog post - Parent Voices - Luke Squires, a dad to three neurodiverse children, living with ADHD himself.
Parent Carer Forum
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
By Joanne Southall June 1, 2026
Cheshire West Parent Carer Forum (AGM) Working together to improve services and outcomes for children and young people with SEND and their families.
PCF newsletter May 2026
By Lucy Kennerley May 22, 2026
Welcome Back to Your Parent Carer Forum Update 💛 From shaping national SEND reform to influencing local services right here in Cheshire West and Chester, this newsletter is packed with your voice!
By Lucy Kennerley May 18, 2026
We will be discussing SEND Reform National Consultation Schools White Paper: Education, Inclusion and Mental Health Forum on 12th May at Vicars Cross Golf Club, Tarvin, Chester