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This page shows everything you can access as a registered member.
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Who can register
Families outside these areas can still access our open support across Essex
Not sure where to start, who to ask or what to do next?
Come along to one of our Making Sense of SEND Drop-Ins and speak to the STRM team for friendly, practical support.
We can help you with:
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you come. Bring your questions, tell us what’s happening and we can help you make sense of your options and next steps.
No diagnosis needed. No appointment needed. Everyone welcome.
Southend
The Hang Out Venue, Ground Floor, 62 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1PG
9:15am–11:15am Tuesdays 8 Sept, 6 Oct, 3 Nov
Benfleet
STRM HQ Benfleet, 320D High Road, Benfleet, SS7 5HB (off Meggison Way)
10:00am–11:30am Thursdays 10 Sept, 8 Oct, 12 Nov
Rochford
Rochford WI Hall, 19 West Street, Rochford, SS4 1BE
10:00am–12:00pm Thursdays 24 Sept, 22 Oct, 26 Nov
Tuesday 29 September – Shoeburyness
Youth & Community Centre, Delaware Road, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, SS3 9NS
9:30am–11:30am
Drop in anytime during the session. There’s no need to book
Weekly term-time bouldering at Indirock, Southend, exclusively for registered STRM members aged 6–17 with diagnosed, suspected or self-identified SEND.
Wednesdays during term time
Ages 6–11: 4:30–5:15pm
Ages 12–17: 5:15–6:00pm
Upcoming dates:
September: 9, 16, 23 & 30
October: 7, 14 & 21
November: 4, 11, 18 & 25
Times:
Ages 6–11: 4:30–5:15pm
Ages 12–17: 5:15–6:00pm
10 funded places are available in each group. Parents/carers stay and supervise their child during the session.
New to STRM Bouldering? An induction is required before joining the weekly club.
We’re excited to introduce STRM’s brand-new Monthly Play Sessions at Monkey Bizness Rochford! 🎉
Thanks to our amazing supporters, monthly donors and parents who fundraise for STRM, we’re able to heavily subsidise these sessions for our families.
✨ STRM Member Prices:
Ages 1–3 — £2.50
Ages 4–13 — £3.00
Adults — £1.50
📍 Monkey Bizness, Rochford
⏰ 4:00–5:45pm
🎟️ Just 20 children’s spaces per session
STRM families will have access to a dedicated private party room to use as a quieter base, with a STRM Family Support Worker on hand throughout.
Please note, the play centre remains open to the public and this is not a drop-off session. Adults must book a ticket and remain responsible for their child.
Bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please read the Monkey Bizness Rules of Play and STRM Terms & Conditions when booking.
Please note, this is not a private hire of the play centre or a drop-off session. Adults must book and remain responsible for their child.
A relaxed, friendly space for parents and carers to come along, have a cuppa, meet others and get practical SEND support and information.
Upcoming dates:
Time: 10:30am–12:30pm
Venue: STRM HQ, 320D High Road, Benfleet, SS7 5HB
Who: Open to all SEND parents and carers.
No diagnosis needed
Booking: No booking required
A relaxed and supportive group for neurodivergent women, combining connection and conversation with practical psychoeducation to help you better understand your neurodivergence and how it can affect everyday life.
Sessions are led by Tanika from Rayleigh Neurodivergence and Maggie Cleary, CEO of STRM, with a different topic explored each month.
Upcoming sessions:
Time: 6:30–8:00pm
Venue: STRM HQ, 320D High Road, Benfleet, SS7 5HB
Registered STRM members only. No diagnosis needed.
Booking required
Three free online sessions. Three key SEND topics. Your questions answered.
For parents and carers of children and young people with SEND in Essex and Southend. No diagnosis needed.
Join solicitor Tom Emmett, Partner and Head of Schools, Colleges and Universities at Geldards LLP, for clear, practical information about SEND law, your rights and the support your child may be entitled to.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your own questions.
FREE | Online | No diagnosis needed | Booking required
Delivered in partnership by STRM – SEND the Right Message, MyOTAS – My Own Time And Space and SAFE Essex.
