External Resources

There is a range of external support available for parents and carers during the admissions process, including:

SENDIASS

The Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Services (SENDIASS) offers information, advice and support for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

There is a SENDIASS for each local authority. Contact your local SENDIASS or Information Advice Support (IAS) Service for more information.

https://www.kids.org.uk/sendiass-home/

IPSEA

IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice) provides free, legally based information, advice, and support to parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities in England. 

https://www.ipsea.org.uk

SOS!SEN

SOS!SEN is a national charity aiming to empower parents and carers of children with special educational needs to tackle the difficulties they face when battling for their children’s rights.

https://sossen.org.uk

Information on requesting an EHC needs assessment: https://sossen.org.uk/sen-journey/needs-assessment/

Council for Disabled Children

The Council for Disabled Children is the umbrella body for the disabled children's sector, bringing together professionals, practitioners and policy-makers.

https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk

Other useful websites

• Special Educational Needs & Disability Guidance

• Recent Ofsted reports

• Access guidance form the government

• The Department for Education has commissioned a two year programme called Preparing for Adulthood that will provide knowledge and support to local authorities and their partners, including families and young people, so they can ensure that disabled young people achieve paid work, independent living, good health and community inclusion as they move into adulthood

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