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Partnerships for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS)

National Pilot 2024–2025

 

​About the PINS Project


Partnerships for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS) is a national pilot programme funded by the Shared Outcomes Fund and delivered collaboratively by the Department for Education (DfE), NHS England (NHSE), and the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC). The programme is designed to bring health and education specialists together with expert parent carers to:

  • Shape whole school SEND provision

  • Provide early interventions at a school level

  • Upskill school staff

  • Strengthen partnerships between schools and parent carers

  • Enhance collaboration between Parent Carer Forums (PCFs) and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs)

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PINS aims to have a long-lasting impact by strengthening relationships between schools, parents, educators, and health care providers. By working together, we create inclusive learning environments where neurodiversity is celebrated as a strength.

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Looking Ahead ...

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​The PINS project is about more than supporting individual children; it’s about creating lasting change. By working collaboratively with schools, parent-carers, and local organisations, we’re building inclusive school environments where every child feels valued and supported.

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Pippa Lee is Entrust's School Engagement Coordinator for PINS. 

Pippa and her team are working hard across 16 primary schools to deliver PINS in Coventry. 
 

Coventry Parent Carer Forum's Role in PINS

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In Coventry, the Parent Carer Forum is leading the Parent Carer Engagement events, vital in strengthening connections between schools and SEND families. So far, we have:

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  • Facilitated 34 events across 16 primary schools, with 117 parent carers attending.

  • Created a safe and welcoming space for parent carers to share experiences and ideas.

  • Helped build shared understanding between schools and families.

  • Fostered connections and a sense of community among parent carers.

  • Attracted new members to the Parent Carer Forum, growing our engaged and informed parent carers community.

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