SEND events July 2026

Aiming Higher telephone advice line. Providing relevant advice to families who have a child with additional needs and/or a disability.

Telephone event

Aiming Higher Rising Stars for children under 5 with a disability and their parents. Stay and Play at Aiming Higher. Siblings under 5 are also welcome.

231 - 233 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PB

Neuro Ninjas. An exclusive autism group for children with, or awaiting diagnosis and their siblings. Sensory play, activities, toys and games in a non - judgemental environment.

North Family Hub, 31 Dingle Avenue, Blackpool, FY3 7NX

Blackpool Children's and Young Persons Learning Disability and ADHD Team Tea and Talk drop in session. Advice and support, signposting to information and pre - referral guidance as well as the opportunity to network with parents and carers.

Unity Academy, Warbreck Hill Road, Blackpool, FY2 OTS

Aiming Higher parent information workshop.

Our Information Workshops are delivered on a themed timetable, taking in different SEND related topics and providing a safe space for parents and carers to come together, learn, socialise and share experiences.

Workshops are a great way to learn from the ‘experts’…also know as ‘other parents’!…as well as finding out more about the world of SEND in an informal space.

Quiet hour at Tesco every Wednesday and Saturday. During the quiet hour Tesco will be dimming the lights and lowering the checkout noise in all of their larger stores to make it more enjoyable for customers.

Clifton Retail Park, Sandhams Way, Blackpool, FY4 4UJ.

Sign Hi Say Hi event for Fylde, Wyre & Blackpool Deaf Children’s Society for any child who is deaf or has a hearing loss, their siblings and families.

There will be a variety of activities taking place throughout the day. Please ensure children are suitably dressed and that you bring a towel and change of clothing.  There are no catering facilities so you will need to bring a packed lunch, drinks and snacks. Please ensure you arrive on time to ensure the start time of activities is not delayed. As this is an all day expensive event there will be a charge of £5.00 per child. Please make payment to our bank account as soon as possible quoting your surname as reference. Places are strictly limited so please book on the event as soon as possible. Age 5 and over.

Borwick Hall Outdoor Education Centre, Borwick, Carnforth, LA6 1JU

Showtown relaxed hour. Step into a quieter, more comfortable museum experience during our Relaxed Hour — designed especially for visitors who prefer a calmer atmosphere. With reduced sound levels and gentle sensory activities, it’s the perfect time to explore Showtown at your own pace.

Adults aged 16+ - £9.50

Children aged 4-15 - £4.50

Children aged 3 and under -FREE

Carer - FREE

National Art Pass member - FREE

Family Tickets - from £17.50

Showtown, Bank Hey Street,
Blackpool
FY1 4TQ

Sea Life Centre, Quiet at the Aquarium. On the first Sunday of every month SEA LIFE Blackpool will run a Quiet at the Aquarium session during the final hour of the day, to provide a quieter experience for those with autism and other sensory requirements. During these sessions our centre music will remain switched off and televisions will be turned to a minimal volume.

Normal prices.

Additional for noise cancelling headphones

Sea Life Centre, Central Promenade, Blackpool

Normal prices.

Aiming Higher Rising Stars for children under 5 with a disability and their parents. Stay and Play at Aiming Higher. Makaton from 10.00 to 11.00am. Play and lunch session from 11.00am to 1.00pm. Siblings under 5 are also welcome.

Free

Aiming Higher, 231 - 233 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PB

Are you a young person or parent/carer and want to know where you can get support for young people's emotional and mental health?The PMHW Drop In sessions can signpost you to the correct service to support with your current concern and get you the help you need.PMHW Drop In is a confidential space to discuss worries and concerns with a Mental Health Practitioner who is part of the CAMHS Team. A PMHW can link in with schools and services to work together. We will start by introducing ourselves and ask questions to help us find ways to support you or a young person’s mental health. Primary Mental Health Workers have a great knowledge of what services can help with young people's mental health in Blackpool. We will always try to help you understand what is mental health and why you may feel and behave in certain ways. We can link in with school/colleges if needed to help support you further.

Free

Revoe Family Hub, Grasmere Road, FY1 5HP

SEN sessions at Airhop Trampoline Park. Fewer people, no music and reduced lighting. For children aged 4 and over.

Unit A, Prestige House,
Cornford Rd,
Blackpool
FY4 4QQ

Aiming higher parent drop ins. Advice will be provided to families on various topics relating to their child’s SEND needs. This support will include providing resources, signposting, support with completing forms etc.

Aiming Higher, 231 - 233 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PB

Are you a young person or parent/carer and want to know where you can get support for young people's emotional and mental health?The PMHW Drop In sessions can signpost you to the correct service to support with your current concern and get you the help you need.PMHW Drop In is a confidential space to discuss worries and concerns with a Mental Health Practitioner who is part of the CAMHS Team. A PMHW can link in with schools and services to work together. We will start by introducing ourselves and ask questions to help us find ways to support you or a young person’s mental health. Primary Mental Health Workers have a great knowledge of what services can help with young people's mental health in Blackpool. We will always try to help you understand what is mental health and why you may feel and behave in certain ways. We can link in with school/colleges if needed to help support you further.

Palatine South Family Hub 204 St Anne's Road, Blackpool, FY4 2AP

Quiet hour at Tesco every Wednesday and Saturday. During the quiet hour Tesco will be dimming the lights and lowering the checkout noise in all of their larger stores to make it more enjoyable for customers.

Clifton Retail Park, Sandhams Way, Blackpool, FY4 4UJ.

Aiming Higher Rising Stars for children under 5 with a disability and their parents. Music session at Brian House. Musical activities with Jo Jingles. Siblings under 5 are also welcome.

Brian House, Low Moor Road, Blackpool, FY2 0BG

Health visitor live sessions. Chat with a Health Visitor.

Online event

Aiming Higher telephone advice line. Providing relevant advice to families who have a child with additional needs and/or a disability.

Telephone event

Aiming Higher Rising Stars for children under 5 with a disability and their parents. Stay and Play at Aiming Higher. Siblings under 5 are also welcome.

231 - 233 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PB

Neuro Ninjas. An exclusive autism group for children with, or awaiting diagnosis and their siblings. Sensory play, activities, toys and games in a non - judgemental environment.

North Family Hub, 31 Dingle Avenue, Blackpool, FY3 7NX

Aiming Higher parent information workshop.

Our Information Workshops are delivered on a themed timetable, taking in different SEND related topics and providing a safe space for parents and carers to come together, learn, socialise and share experiences.

Workshops are a great way to learn from the ‘experts’…also know as ‘other parents’!…as well as finding out more about the world of SEND in an informal space.

231 - 233 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PB

Quiet hour at Tesco every Wednesday and Saturday. During the quiet hour Tesco will be dimming the lights and lowering the checkout noise in all of their larger stores to make it more enjoyable for customers.

Clifton Retail Park, Sandhams Way, Blackpool, FY4 4UJ.

Aiming Higher Rising Stars for children under 5 with a disability and their parents. Stay and Play at Aiming Higher. Makaton from 10.00 to 11.00am. Play and lunch session from 11.00am to 1.00pm. Siblings under 5 are also welcome.

Aiming Higher, 231 - 233 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PB

Are you a young person or parent/carer and want to know where you can get support for young people's emotional and mental health?The PMHW Drop In sessions can signpost you to the correct service to support with your current concern and get you the help you need.PMHW Drop In is a confidential space to discuss worries and concerns with a Mental Health Practitioner who is part of the CAMHS Team. A PMHW can link in with schools and services to work together. We will start by introducing ourselves and ask questions to help us find ways to support you or a young person’s mental health. Primary Mental Health Workers have a great knowledge of what services can help with young people's mental health in Blackpool. We will always try to help you understand what is mental health and why you may feel and behave in certain ways. We can link in with school/colleges if needed to help support you further.

Revoe Family Hub, Grasmere Road, FY1 5HP

SEN sessions at Airhop Trampoline Park. Fewer people, no music and reduced lighting. For children aged 4 and over.

Unit A, Prestige House,
Cornford Rd,
Blackpool
FY4 4QQ

Quiet hour at Tesco every Wednesday and Saturday. During the quiet hour Tesco will be dimming the lights and lowering the checkout noise in all of their larger stores to make it more enjoyable for customers.

Parents of the Revolution coffee and chat. A group of parents and carers who live, work and raise our families in Blackpool. We are also child friendly, for all ages. We support each other in the highs and lows of family life, beating the odds and making changes for our own families whilst changing the odds for more families in Blackpool.

Aiming Higher Rising Stars for children under 5 with a disability and their parents. Music session at Brian House. Musical activities with Jo Jingles. Siblings under 5 are also welcome.

Health visitor live sessions. Chat with a Health Visitor.

PMHW virtual drop in. 

Are you a young person or parent/carer and want to know where you can get support for young people's emotional and mental health?The PMHW Drop In sessions can signpost you to the correct service to support with your current concern and get you the help you need.PMHW Drop In is a confidential space to discuss worries and concerns with a Mental Health Practitioner who is part of the CAMHS Team. A PMHW can link in with schools and services to work together. We will start by introducing ourselves and ask questions to help us find ways to support you or a young person’s mental health. Primary Mental Health Workers have a great knowledge of what services can help with young people's mental health in Blackpool. We will always try to help you understand what is mental health and why you may feel and behave in certain ways. We can link in with school/colleges if needed to help support you further.

Aiming Higher parent information workshop.

Our Information Workshops are delivered on a themed timetable, taking in different SEND related topics and providing a safe space for parents and carers to come together, learn, socialise and share experiences.

Workshops are a great way to learn from the ‘experts’…also know as ‘other parents’!…as well as finding out more about the world of SEND in an informal space.