The Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Services offer information, advice and support for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This service is also offered directly to young people.
The service is free, impartial and confidential.
KIDS SENDIASS have developed resources providing information and advice for parents, carers, professionals and young people.
It is a legal requirement that all local authorities have a SENDIASS service and KIDS provide a number of these services across the country. Each KIDS SENDIASS service has a local page with their contact details, local information and local resources.
Find your local SENDIASS service
My SENDIASS is for young people aged 16-25 with special educational needs or disabilities.
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We are part of the Information, Advice & Support Services Network for SEND.
Connor's family has been supported in getting him back into education after being Electively Home Educated. Read more
Harriet has a diagnosis of of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). She has recently experienced bullying/teasing at school. Read about how her mum got the school to acknowledge her ongoing concerns with the support of SENDIASS. Read more
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Supporting Cameron's family through the EHC plan (Edcucation Health and Care Plan) process. Read more
Supporting Chloe's determination to continue with her child care course Read more
Applying for three EHC plans Read more
Seeking the right help Read more
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Declining an EHC plan Read more
Mediation through SENDIASS. Read more
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