Parents and carers

Listening and responding to the voice of parents and carers.

Why voice and influence matters

The SEND Code of Practice says that listening to families should lead to:

  • Services that meet families’ needs
  • Families being happier with services
  • Better value for money over time

What Local Authorities should do

Local authorities should:

  • Work with children, young people and parents to agree what participation means
  • Check progress and build trust
  • Use existing groups that share the views of parents and young people

Ways to share your voice in Leeds

  • Join the Leeds Parent Carer Forum – Find out more here
  • Email feedback: LLO@leeds.gov.uk
  • Use the feedback form on the Leeds Local Offer website
  • See live consultations – Check here
  • Join the Leeds Local Offer Facebook group – all consultations and opportunities are shared there
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image of the parent carer voice and influence model.

 

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