Youth Engagement
Group Conversations
We Want to Hear from Young People with SEND
We are asking children and young people with SEND in Stoke-on-Trent to share their views, ideas and experiences. Your voice can help us improve local services and make a difference for other young people.
What Is It About?
We want to understand what matters most to you. These conversations build on previous youth consultation work carried out by YMCA and help us continue improving services and support for children and young people with SEND.
Our Current Theme
This term we are focusing on:
Autumn 2026: Moving to a New Class, School or College
Starting somewhere new can be exciting, but it can also bring challenges. We want to hear about your experiences of moving between classes, schools, colleges or other educational settings.
We will be visiting some schools and settings to gather feedback, but we also want to hear from young people through their own groups and activities.
How You Can Get Involved
Children and Young People
Discuss this theme in your:
- School council
- Youth group
- SEND forum
- Class or tutor group
Tell us:
- What is working well
- What challenges you face
- What support helps
- What could be improved
You can share your views online or by email.
Staff and Professionals
Support children and young people to explore this topic and express their views in ways that work best for them.
Resources and Feedback
Print the discussion questions:
Autumn 2026 - Moving to a New Class, School or College
Complete the children's and young people's questionnaire:
Autumn Term Questions for Children and Young People
Parents and Carers
We would also like to hear from parents and carers about their experiences of transition.
Share your feedback here:
Autumn Parent and Carer Feedback
Contact Us
If you would like to send feedback by email, please contact:
Why It Matters
Your views help us understand what life is like for children and young people with SEND in Stoke-on-Trent. By sharing your experiences, you can help shape services, improve support, and make positive changes for the future.