Local Offer Steering Group (June 2024)

A summary of the Local Offer Steering Group meeting held on June 11, 2024:

Attendees and Apologies:Online: Rachel Akers, Lucy Watts, Lorraine Flute.In-person at One Angel Square: Kathy Forsdyke, Julia Smith, Anne Wakeling, Jo Bradley (Chair), Zoe Thompson.Apologies: Liz Sagi, Sharon Blount, Sue Keanes, John Kelly, Nicola Stephenson, Beckey Roberts.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Actions from the Last Meeting:Teams area set up, but access issues persist.
2. Feedback on Miele Search Software:Ongoing feedback collection; induction for new staff emphasized.
3. Phase Three Developments:Updated guide layout and web pages.Easy read guide for young people preparing for adulthood.Improved search functionality and shortlist feature.Ongoing work on translation and accessibility.
4. Data Reports:Social Media Increase in Facebook and Instagram followers; Twitter account closed.Analysis shows preference for event and activity content.Web Traffic via Google Analytics showed a drop in May; investigation ongoing.E-newsletter has 576 subscribers; printed version reaches 930 families.
5. Quantifiable Feedback:Regular updates and content contributions encouraged.
6. New Registration Applications:New scouts group for children with special educational needs registered.
7. West SEND News:Summer edition in preparation; content submissions needed.
8. Any Other Business:Planning for the annual survey.Publicity materials being finalized.Branded gazebo ordered for events.
9. Next Meeting:Scheduled for October 15, 2024 and February 25, 2025