Events

Welcome to our Events page!

Here, you’ll find information about the upcoming gatherings, conferences and workshops hosted by our Parent Carer Forum. Our events are designed to bring together parent carers, professionals, and organisations to collaborate, share experiences, and work towards improving services for children and young people with SEND in Oxfordshire.

Whether you’re looking to connect with others, contribute your voice, or gain valuable insights, there’s something for everyone.

Upcoming Events

Past Events

Wed 30 Sept
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: What to expect from the CAMHS NDC Service
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
30 Sept 2026, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Find out how the CAMHS NDC assessment pathway works, what families can expect at different stages and how you can prepare.
Wed 30 Sept
SEND Connect Online with SENDIASS
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
30 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 21:00
Microsoft Teams
Join us for an informal online SEND Connect session for Oxfordshire parent carers with SENDIASS Oxfordshire
Wed 07 Oct
SEND Connect - Kidlington
Exeter Hall
Learn more
07 Oct 2026, 11:00 – 13:00
Exeter Hall, Oxford Rd, Kidlington OX5 1AB, UK
SEND Connect is coming to Kidlington Drop in for an informal chat, meet other parent carers and connect with OxPCF.
Wed 14 Oct
SEND Connect Online with the Learning Disability Nurse Team
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
14 Oct 2026, 11:00 – 13:00
Microsoft Teams
Join us to hear from Oxfordshire’s Learning Disability Nurse team and ask your questions. More details about the topic coming soon.
Wed 21 Oct
SEND Connect - Kidlington with Laurie Baker (OCC)
Exeter Hall
Learn more
21 Oct 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
Exeter Hall, Oxford Rd, Kidlington OX5 1AB, UK
SEND Connect is coming to Kidlington An opportunity for parent carers to meet Laurie Baker, Oxfordshire’s new Deputy Director of Education and Inclusion, hear from her and join the conversation.
Fri 23 Oct
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: Parent Carer Burnout and Looking After Yourself
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
23 Oct 2026, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Explore the signs of parent carer burnout and realistic ways to manage stress and look after your wellbeing alongside caring for your family.
Wed 11 Nov
SEND Connect - Banbury
High Street
Learn more
11 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
High Street, High St, Bridge St, Banbury OX16 5JS, UK
Join us in Banbury for an evening event!
Wed 18 Nov
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: Parenting Neurodivergent Young People as a Neurodivergent Parent
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
18 Nov 2026, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Explore the strengths and challenges of parenting when you're neurodivergent too, with practical approaches for navigating family life.
Wed 18 Nov
SEND Connect - Banbury with OCC Local Offer, SEND Comms and SENDIASS
High Street
Learn more
18 Nov 2026, 12:00 – 14:00
High Street, High St, Bridge St, Banbury OX16 5JS, UK
Join us with guests from the SEND Local Offer and SENDIASS, including the opportunity to book a 1:1 SENDIASS slot.
Wed 25 Nov
SEND Connect Online with SENDIASS
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
25 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
Microsoft Teams
Join us for an informal online SEND Connect session for Oxfordshire parent carers with SENDIASS Oxfordshire
Wed 02 Dec
SEND Connect - SEN Support in Mainstream Schools
OX18 3JH
Learn more
02 Dec 2026, 11:00 – 13:00
OX18 3JH, Alvescot Rd, Carterton OX18 3JH, UK
Join us and the OCC SEND Strategic Early Intervention Team in Carterton!
Wed 09 Dec
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
09 Dec 2026, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Understand what may be behind school-related distress and explore approaches that can help children, young people and their families.
Wed 09 Dec
SEND Connect - SENDIASS
OX18 3JH
Learn more
09 Dec 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
OX18 3JH, Alvescot Rd, Carterton OX18 3JH, UK
Join us for an informal evening SEND Connect, with the opportunity to book a 1:1 slot with a SENDIASS adviser.
Wed 16 Dec
SEND Connect Online
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
16 Dec 2026, 11:00 – 13:00
Microsoft Teams
Join us for an informal online SEND Connect session for Oxfordshire parent carers.
Wed 20 Jan
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: Making Sense of Distress
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
20 Jan 2027, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Explore what may sit behind distressed behaviour and practical, compassionate ways to understand and respond to your child or young person.
Wed 24 Feb
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: Understanding Masking
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
24 Feb 2027, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Understand why neurodivergent children and young people may mask, the impact it can have and how you can support them.
Wed 17 Mar
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: Supporting Neurodivergent Young People to Stay Safe Online
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
17 Mar 2027, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Explore online safety, gaming, screen time and digital wellbeing, with practical ways to support safer and healthier online experiences.
Wed 21 Apr
OxPCF & NDC CAMHS: Understanding Eating Difficulties in Neurodivergent Young People
Microsoft Teams
RSVP
21 Apr 2027, 12:00 – 13:30
Microsoft Teams
Understand some of the factors that can make eating difficult for neurodivergent young people and explore practical, supportive approaches.

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