News from Services for Young People
Free Adventure Days at Hudnall Park
Between November 2025 and March 2026, Services for Young People (SfYP) is offering free adventurous outdoor activity days for groups of eligible young people aged 11–18. Young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can take part up to the age of 25.
Taking part in an Adventure Day at Hudnall Park is a fantastic opportunity for young people to get outdoors and enjoy new experiences while developing their confidence and resilience and discovering their potential. They will learn skills that will last a lifetime and improve their overall wellbeing.
Read the full story to find out what activities are on offer and who is eligible
Hertfordshire Health and Wellbeing Survey for young people with SEND
SfYP is working with Public Health Hertfordshire to run a survey about the health and wellbeing of young people with SEND in the county. The survey is now live and will be open until 6 February 2026.
By taking part, these young people can share their views on important health and wellbeing topics that affect their lives. This valuable information helps schools, commissioners, and a range of agencies and service providers better understand and support the needs of young people with SEND and their families. The survey contributes to HCC’s wider SEND improvement strategy and in particular SEND children and young people’s voice.
Read the full story for more details, including the topics covered and a link to the survey
Amplifying young people’s voices with SEND social media takeover day
SfYP is supporting the Voices of Hertfordshire children and young people with SEND social media takeover day, which is happening on 3 December 2025 to coincide with International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Content contributed by children and young people with SEND from across Hertfordshire will be shared on HCC and Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust social media channels to help them get their voices heard. Young people can also get involved by posting on their own social media using the hashtag #SENDtakeover2025. There will also be two live Q&A sessions on Voices of Hertfordshire Instagram with HCC leaders and health professionals taking place on the day.