Guides

Short guides on a wide range of SEND topics to give you the information you need to support your family.

Signposting

Young Carers: Every Child Deserves to be a Child

Young carers take on big responsibilities. Learn about their challenges and how to support them.

SEND in Education

Understanding the SEND Code of Practice

Understand the SEND Code of Practice: a key guide on support and rights for children with SEND.

SEND in Education

SEN Support in Schools

Learn about SEN support in schools and how to ensure your child gets the support they need.

SEND in Education

SEN Support in Early Years

Discover support for children 0-5 with SEND: types of education settings, EYFS framework, and SENCO role.

SEND in Education

Post-16 Education

Discover post-16 options for young people with SEND, such as further education and apprenticeships.

SEND in Education

Understanding EHCPs

Discover what an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is, how it can support your child and how to apply for one.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Learn how anxiety affects children and young people with SEND and practical strategies to support your child.

SEND

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Discover the different types of SEND and how to support children with SEND.

ADHD

ADHD

Learn about the signs of ADHD, the pathway to diagnosis and practical tips to support children with ADHD.

Autism

Autism

Learn about the signs of autism, the pathway to diagnosis and discover practical tips to support autistic children.

Signposting

SEND organisations in England

Discover organisations in England that support disabled children.

Scotland

SEND law in Scotland

Scotland has a distinct approach to SEND support with its own laws and approaches. This Guide introduces the landscape.