Lancashire SEND
The local offer – Special educational needs and disabilities
The local offer brings together information for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families
https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/children-education-families/special-educational-needs-and-disabilities/
The SEND Newsletter for Lancashire families
Please see the link below for a catalogue of the special educational needs and disability (SEND) newsletters for Lancashire families.
SEND Newsletter – Lancashire County Council
The latest SEND Newsletter is out now:
SEND Newsletter – Lancashire County Council
You can sign up to receive a regular copy by email, by clicking the link below.
Make a record of entry for into a database for children with disabilities and their families
Lancashire Break Time
What is Break Time?
Break Time offers short break activities for children and young people with SEND who meet the eligibility criteria and don’t receive social care short breaks. Sessions include outdoor activities, arts and crafts, drama, youth clubs, gaming, and more.
Who can join?
Children and young people aged 4–18 (from school year they turn 5 to the end of the year they turn 18) who live in Lancashire (excluding Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen). No diagnosis or EHCP is required.
How to register
Visit the Break Time page on the Local Offer website. Support with registration is available through schools, Family Hubs, or libraries.
Hours
Hours are now based on when you register and receive your membership number:
- Before 30 Sept 2026: 78 hours
- On/after 1 Oct 2026: 39 hours
Find out more by visiting the Local Offer website
