Articles on SEND Local Offer (216)
Short Breaks Pathways
This is where you can access the Short Breaks Pathways which show the core, targeted and specialist offer for CYP 0-18. You can view each pathway by selecting the tabs below.Training to help support children and young people with autism
Training for Professionals: General training for professionals around special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), much of which is relevant to supporting autistic children and young people, can be found on our Training and Support page. Training for Parents:What should a school do to support children/young people with medical conditions?
All schools should have a Medical Conditions Policy which states how the school will support children with medical conditions. This should include the procedures for getting the right care, the training in place and who is responsible for making sure the policy is carried out.…Transition for Autism (and other neurodevelopmental disorders) Project (TAP)
The Transition for Autism (and other neurodevelopmental disorders) Project (TAP) ensures that children and young people known to have complex needs by mental health services (e.g. CAMHS, NT, EIT) are linked into transition to adulthood pathways earlier. This allows appropriate assessments and support to be…Statutory Notice for Prescribed Alteration to All Saints Catholic College and Marlborough Primary School
STATUTORY NOTICE Notice is hereby given in accordance with section 19(3) of the Education and Inspections Act 2006 that the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council intends to make a prescribed alteration to two maintained schools. The proposed alteration is to create and add…London Autism in Schools Project Newsletter - Issue 2
The latest edition of the the London Autism in Schools Project Newsletter is now available and can be downloaded here. This edition has articles and information on Signs to Spot Autism, How to Use the Progression Framework, Understanding Sensory Preferences, Local PCF case study, and much more. …Pre-school health notifications
When a health care professional identifies that a young child, under 5, may have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) they are required by law to tell the local authority. This is called a Health Early Notification. In the Bi-Borough (Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster),…Accessible transport options
There are any accessible transport options for or children and young people that do not meet the criteria for travel assistance but still require assistance with their home to school travel. Please see below for more information on the accessible transport options, schemes and journey…Learning Disabilities
On this page you can find health-related information on Annual Health Checks for young people aged over 14 with a Learning Disability. More information can be found here. Find information about the Dynamic Support Register and Care Education and Treatment Reviews here. Annual Health Check Easy…Relaxed Mondays at the Cartoon Museum
Join us for a morning or afternoon specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences to visit the museum - without the distraction of other visitors - with their families, carers or friends. These Relaxed Mondays have been specifically…Involving an Educational Psychologist (EP)
What is an Educational Psychologist (EP)? Educational and Child Psychologists have expertise in education, learning, child development and the application of psychology to improve the learning and well-being/mental health of children and young people from birth up to the age of 25 years. They apply…The Disabled Children's Service
What is the service? The Disabled Children’s service is made up of a range of teams who work together to provide a holistic service but where each has its own professional focus. These teams are: Disabled Children’s Team DCT - (social workers and social care workers)…Early Intervention Service (access to Short Breaks)
Short Breaks can be accessed via the Early Intervention Service team. Short breaks are for families with children between the age of 0 and 18 who are affected in their everyday living by one or more of the following: A physical impairment A sensory impairment Chronic…SEND funding in mainstream schools: what can you expect your school to provide?
This page explains the funding mainstream schools in the Bi-borough recieve to help support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Schools SEND funding explained Mainstream schools receive funding for pupils with SEND in 3 parts: Core funding for universal provision - funding provided…Kensington and Chelsea Libraries
There are a six free public libraries based across Kensington and Chelsea offering a wide range of services, activities and events for people of all ages and different needs. Read this page for an introduction to some of the work they do for the local…Health visiting
Health visiting services Health Visitors offer services to families within our children’s centres and local health centres to provide services to families in locations close to their home. After attending antenatal classes and being seen at home by midwives, parents will receive information and support…Disagreements process and procedure
Disagreement resolution arrangements are put in place to resolve a wide-range of disagreements including: Performance of duties SEN provision Disagreements over health and social care provision; and Disagreements between health commissioners and local authorities Disagreement resolution concerns all children and young people with SEN and…Short Breaks through the Locality Social Work Teams for children with Aspergers, ADHD, and Mental Health Conditions
Short breaks for children with a disability who are substantially adversely affected in their ability to carry out normal day to day activities by the following conditions need to be applied for though the Locality Social Work Teams: High functioning Autism and Aspergers Emotional and…Going to university if you have SEND
If you are a young person who has special educational needs and/or a disability (SEND), you should not feel that this stops you from going to university. If attending university is something that you want to do, there is support available to help you with…Health and Development Reviews
If you have a toddler aged 8 – 15 months and/or 2 – 2.5 years, you should be hearing from your local Health Visiting Team to invite you to attend a Health & Developmental Review. We strongly encourage you to attend these to ensure the…Emotional wellbeing and mental health support
The mental health, mood and emotional wellbeing of children and young people is every bit as important as their physical health. Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder are common. One in four adults will experience some kind of mental health problem…What is SEN Support?
Any support your child gets from their school or other setting should meet their needs. If your child has special educational needs (SEN), they will be able to access help – called SEN Support – from their early years settings, such as nurseries or childminders, …What is an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)?
Some children and young people aged from birth to 25 with special educational needs and/or a disability (SEND) may need an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). EHCP are are legal documents outlining the support a child or young person will receive to meet their…