Information & advice

SEND in Education

SEND in education refers to the additional support provided to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them thrive, learn and develop.

SEND Support in Education

Whether your child is starting nursery or getting ready to move to secondary school, our guides are here to support you. We’ve organised the information by age group, so it’s easy to find the guidance and resources your family needs to access the right support.

Nursery

Explore the support available for children under 5 with SEND, helping them get the best possible start to their education.

Primary School

Find out about SEN support in primary schools for children aged 5–11, to make sure your child’s needs are met throughout their primary education.

Secondary School

Discover how SEN support works in secondary schools for children aged 11-16, so you can feel confident your child is fully supported throughout their secondary education.

16+ Support

Understand the different avenues and ways to support young people aged 16+ when leaving school and transitioning to adulthood.

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School Anxiety

School can be a challenging experience for children with SEND. If your child is struggling or feeling anxious, you can find more information and support here.

Support Frameworks

Educational settings are required to follow specific frameworks and plans to provide the support needed to meet your child’s individual needs and ensure they have an equal opportunity to thrive. Learn more about them here so you can confidently advocate for your child.

Education, Health and Care Plans

Explore what an Education, Health and Care Plan is, who can benefit from an EHCP and how to apply for one.

SEND Code of Practice

Discover what the SEND Code of Practice means and how this supports children with SEND in schools and services.

SEND Local Offer

A Local Offer is your one-stop-shop for information about the services available for children and young people with SEND where you live.

All Guides

SEND in Education

SEN Support in Secondary Schools

Learn about SEN support in secondary schools, helping you understand your child’s rights and available support.

SEND in Education

Questions to Ask When Visiting a Secondary School

Discover key questions to ask when visiting a secondary school for a child with SEND.

SEND in Education

SEN Support in Primary Schools

Learn about SEN support in primary schools, helping you understand your child’s rights and available support.

SEND in Education

Questions to Ask When Visiting a Primary School

Discover key questions to ask when visiting a primary school for a child with SEND.

Anxiety

School Anxiety and SEND

Learn about school anxiety and SEND, the common triggers, and how to support your child.

Preparing for Adulthood

Youth Voice: Preparing for Adulthood

Young people with SEND share their thoughts on preparing for adulthood.

Signposting

Parental Burnout

Learn about parental burnout, emotional resilience, and where to find support.

Sleep

Sleep & Mental Health

Learn how sleep impacts mental health for children with SEND and how to provide support.

SEND in Education

EBSA

Learn about Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), the signs, and how to support your child.

Autism

Masking

Learn about masking, the signs, differences in boys & girls, and how to provide support.

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.