Information, Advice and Support - IAS Service for Windsor and Maidenhead

22/10/2026

20/10/2026

I.P.S.E.A has a new webinar 'Ceasing to maintain an EHC plan - key guidance for if your LA wants to stop an EHC plan' is now available to view on our website.
Topics include:
🔷 What the law says about when an LA is allowed to cease (stop) an EHC plan
🔶 The legal process your LA must follow if it wants to cease your child or young person’s EHC plan
🔷 What you can do if your LA says it is going to cease your child or young person’s EHC plan

Watch via: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/webinar-ceasing-to-maintain-an-ehc-plan?fbclid=IwY2xjawUd5OdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMFFJZmZCOTNSSklsU0s0STZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEenV6A3-N6Ncism9NeBjkQcUf09aKtxriH3Rrc-bY-RRnr46FPYfzxfUW3fvI_aem_-3BJl7IX7RvLIHuIKKV0_g

Our webinar 'Ceasing to maintain an EHC plan' will help you to understand your rights, explain what the law says, and what you can do next.

15/10/2026

Did yo uknow the Down's Syndrome Association have a helpline?
Do you have questions you would like answered about Down’s syndrome during your pregnancy or do you have a new baby and would like to ask anything or have a chat?
You can get in touch with one of the Information Officers on the Down's Syndrome Association Helpline.
Call 0333 1212 300 or email the information team using [email protected].
• They can put you in touch with other parents in your area.
• They can send you a copy of the PCHR Insert for babies born with Down’s syndrome and our new parent pack.
• You can call our benefits advisers for advice about financial support on 0333 1212 300.
• They can seek advice from our medical advisers if you have any questions about health issues.

14/10/2026

Kensington Palace in London is holding an autism-friendly relaxed neuroinclusive opening morning on Sunday, November 15, from 10am to noon, with tickets costing just £1 per person.
The palace was the birthplace of Queen Victoria and has been home to younger members of the Royal Family for more than 300 years.
The event is open to neurodivergent and disabled people and their families and friends.
Please note that all tickets must be booked in advance.
- Click the link for full details of the event and to book https://www.hrp.org.uk/kensington-palace/whats-on/relaxed-events-programme-all-ages/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUd5udwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMFFJZmZCOTNSSklsU0s0STZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeFzNUwYGu-bxCrVil3cKDOGtZBzdfQ_aMktXD8OjmdY-B48O8C2dTFkTDqV8_aem_Cv-Wf6wp3R6swFDjssXJFg The palace is at Kensington Gardens and is a 10-mimute walk from the Queensway or High Street Kensington London Underground stations.

13/10/2026

Witherslack Group have an Understanding ADHD Support Pack which is ready for you and your family.

They explore:
💜 What ADHD is and how to spot the signs
💜 The diagnosis process
💜 Supporting your child with regulation and executive functioning
💜 How to work with your child's school
💜 Exploring how age and gender affect the condition

Register now via the Witherslack Website

13/10/2026

I.P.S.E.A has a new webinar 'Ceasing to maintain an EHC plan - key guidance for if your LA wants to stop an EHC plan' is now available to view on our website.
Topics include:
🔷 What the law says about when an LA is allowed to cease (stop) an EHC plan
🔶 The legal process your LA must follow if it wants to cease your child or young person’s EHC plan
🔷 What you can do if your LA says it is going to cease your child or young person’s EHC plan

Watch via: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/webinar-ceasing-to-maintain-an-ehc-plan?fbclid=IwY2xjawUd5OdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMFFJZmZCOTNSSklsU0s0STZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEenV6A3-N6Ncism9NeBjkQcUf09aKtxriH3Rrc-bY-RRnr46FPYfzxfUW3fvI_aem_-3BJl7IX7RvLIHuIKKV0_g

12/10/2026

SEND Voives are holding an informal coffeee morning tomorrow, Tuesday at Woodys in Windsor.

09/10/2026

If your child eats only a few foods, finds chewing or swallowing difficult, or struggles at mealtimes, it can be worrying. There are many possible reasons, and you don’t have to work out the cause alone.
The Contact guide explores feeding and eating difficulties, practical ideas that may help, and which health professionals you can speak to for support.

Read the guide for families across the UK https://contact.org.uk/help-for-families/information-advice-services/health-medical-information/feeding-and-eating/

08/10/2026

Help AfC Improve Local Activities for Children and Young People with SEND

The Children and Young People's Disability Service (CYPDS) at Achieving for Children is gathering feedback on how children and young people with SEND access local activities in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. Your feedback will help us identify good practice, support activity providers, and reduce barriers for families.

- Please complete one survey per child or young person.
- The survey takes approximately 5 to 7 minutes.

Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHCSsJE012tTL0OWAPuLkec9YtU_oYyWzSd3_XZqVqc91bPw/viewform?usp=header

You can view our privacy notice here: https://www.achievingforchildren.org.uk/pages/privacy-and-data-protection/privacy-notices-list/privacy-notice-childrens-disability-register