Dorset: Special Education Needs & Disabilities help and support for ages 0 - 25.

Where to get some help and support

If you’re a bit unsure as to where to go first to find some help and advice relating to your child/young person’s needs then we have put together some information about some of the key places for resources and helpful people to speak to:

Our Local Offer provides information, advice and support for children and young people aged from 0 to 25 years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.
Visit SEND Local Offer HERE


Information provided by Bovington HIVE

For more information and support services

Bovington: Garrison youth club sessions

Located on corner of Elles Road & King George V Road, BH20 6JN

If you have a question for the youth club team click HERE

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Bovington: Monkey World 50% off entry for locals until Sat 31st Jan 2026

Anyone with a BH, DT or SP postcode will benefit from 50% off the entry price to Monkey World.

To take advantage of this offer, simply book online HERE or buy direct from the gate. 

Proof of address will be required on entry. You will get the best prices by booking online! Offer valid until 31st January ONLY. Promotions cannot be combined.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions

A relaxed friendly space for the little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect. 

Everyone welcome. 

Large indoor play area and fenced outdoor space with toys.

Toilets and baby changing facilities.

Free car parking.

Poppies tearoom is adjacent to the Memorial Hall serving breakfasts, lunches, kids meals, beverages, hot/cold snacks & takeaway. 

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Bovington: Garrison medical centre & local NHS doctors/dentists

Service Personnel only

The centre is open 

Mon, Tues & Thurs 0800 - 1630
Wed & Fri 0800-1230 

Closed weekends

Contact reception on 01929 403474

E-consult services 

Spouses/Partners & children

Register with NHS medical services in Wool village or Bere Regis (nr Bovington)

Wellbridge Practice. 

Meadow Lane, Wool BH20 6DR - 01929 462376
Website link: The Wellbridge Practice for opening times, contact details, booking appointments, joining the practice, prescriptions etc.  

Bere Regis Surgery.  

Manor Farm Road BH20 7HB - 01929 471268

Website link: Bere Regis Surgery for opening times, contact details, booking appointments, joining the practice, prescriptions etc.  

To find a dentist in the local area click HERE If you do not have a SFA address yet, use BH20 6JA  postcode to help refine your search area.  

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Blandford: Garrison pregnancy, maternity & new parent network session - Tues 27th January

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Dorset: Job vacancy - Teaching assistant Stoboruugh CE Primary school, Wareham (part time)

Teaching Assistant KS2 (Level 2) Stoborough CE Primary School

21.67 hrs, 8.45am-1.05pm Monday - Friday Term-time, including inset days (39 weeks)

Salary Range: Grade 5, SCP 4-6 (£25,185 – 25,989 FTE) 

Actual Salary: £12,687 – £13,092 per annum, pro rata

Starting as soon as possible, Fixed Term until August 2026.

Closing Date: The advert will remain open until the post has been filled.

Interviews: To be confirmed.

For more details and to apply click HERE

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London: Historic Royal Palaces - Beano Mischief at the Tower of London 14th February through to 22nd February 2026

 

Are you ready to go red and black to the past, present and future?!

Click HERE for further information

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Alton: Alton Repair Cafe

 

Our Repair Café is moving to the Alton Assembly Rooms in 2026. It will be held on the 3rd Saturday of EVERY month. This will make it much easier for people to know when to take their household items for repair.

If you would like further details please e-mail altonrepaircafe21@gmail.com

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Blandford: Garrison cinema movie 'Anaconda' - Fri 23rd & Wed 28th January

Rated 12A

Friday 23rd January, Doors open at 18.30. Film starts at 19.00

Wednesday 28th January, Doors open at 12.30. Film starts at 13.00

                                             Doors open at 18.30. Film starts at 19.00

Cast Paul Rudd , Jack Black ( action adventure comedy)

A group of friends are going through a mid-life crisis. They decide to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter unexpected events when they enter the jungle)

Watch the trailer here. https://cinemas.bfbs.com/films/anaconda

Ticket prices

Adult (15+) £4

Child (3-14 years) £3

Senior (60+) £3

Student £3

Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11

https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford

Food and drink available for purchase at the door.

Military families living at Bovington & Lulworth are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access)

STRICT POLICY: Children Must Be Accompanied

All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult (18 or older) at all times while on the premises.

Our volunteer staff is not responsible for supervising unattended minors.

Unsupervised children will not be permitted entry or allowed to remain in the building. They will be asked to leave, and no refund will be given.

This is a mandatory requirement that our staff must enforce, and we remind everyone this is By Order of the Deputy Garrison Commander.

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Blandford: Military wives choir free taster session - Tues 3rd Feb

 

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Bovington: Garrison welfare team

The Welfare team aims to provide the best possible welfare advice to all soldiers and their families. The Welfare office is located by Costcutter food store on King George V Road, Bovington. 

• Unit Welfare Officer - Mr Adrian Ingham 
• Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - WO2 Scott Forrester
• Welfare Support Officer - Zoe Van de Zande

Tel: Welfare Office 01929 402239 or 01929 402240

Email: CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk 

In case of emergency - duty welfare mobile number 07971 577282

Please only contact the duty mobile number if it is an urgent welfare matter. 

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Bovington: Garrison mini bus hire

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You can book the mini bus online via: https://forms.office.com/e/d3miDTGhP9

The driver must have full clean Cat B licence and be over 25 years of age.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Blandford: Garrison mini bus for hire

The mini bus can be driven by anyone over the age of 25 years with a clean driving license that has been held for at least 24 months.

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Blandford: Garrison welfare support

The Welfare support teams and chaplaincy services offer support and advice to all Soldiers, Officers and families living or working on the Garrison

Should you require help and support or have a welfare issue please contact a member of your Welfare Team during normal working hours on:

Blandford Garrison Support Unit (BGSU)

Garrison Welfare Clerk - BlandfordGar-BGSU-WCSO Tel: 01258 481938

Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWWO Tel: 01258 482694

Garrison Welfare Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWO Tel: 01258 481936

11 (RSS) Sig Regt Welfare Team

Unit Welfare Senior NCO - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-Welfare NCO Tel: 01258 482619

Asst Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-AUWO Tel: 01258 482902

Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-UWO Tel: 01258 482901

Garrison Padre - Carl.Stokes103@mod.gov.uk Mobile 07971927485

Out of hours emergency contact the Guardroom on - 01258 482402.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support

The mobile advice bus will be parked adjacent to the HIVE building (Corner of King George V Road & Swinton Avenue) Speak to advisors face to face.

Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community. Confidentiality guaranteed.

Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.

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Surrey: childcare provision and funding - Surrey Additional Needs and Disabilities

Childcare providers have a legal duty to offer extra support to meet the needs of a child with a disability under the Equality Act 2010. This might include installing a ramp to allow wheelchair access to their premises, or training staff to use special equipment. 

They will also be able to apply to Surrey County Council to access additional support and funding to help pay for extra staff, training or resources that have been identified as necessary to allow your child to attend their setting. More information is available on the Surrey website below.

Click HERE for more information. 

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Kent and Medway: Preparing Young People with SEND for Adulthood

Young people with SEND want to know more about supported work experience opportunities!

Kent Supported Employment can help you grow your skills and confidence and find employment that is right for you.

Click HERE for more information.

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Shorncliffe: Army Welfare Service Community Support Junior Youth Club every Mon 1630 - 1800hrs

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Surrey: Twister Youth Project for 13 -19 years

 

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