Special educational needs and disabilities

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Special educational needs and disabilities

Our Local Offer provides advice for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), their families and professionals.

We are here to help

We can help you find support in your local area, offer advice and help you support someone with additional needs. 

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I’m a parent or carer

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I’m a young person with SEND

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I work with children or young people

Get support with:

Children aged 0 to 5 with SEND

Childcare, early years settings and help if you think your child has SEND.

Education and learning

SEND support in educational settings or schools, and Education, Health and Care Plans.

Choosing and getting to school

Choosing the right school, help to start or move school and school travel.

Your home and family

Short breaks, family support, personal budgets and advice around SEND decisions and appeals.

Disabilities and needs

Learn more about different disabilities and support available.

Health and therapies

Mental and physical health, health visiting, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy.

Dealing with change

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I'm worried about my child's development

My child is starting primary school

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My child is starting secondary school

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I'm preparing for adulthood

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Find local activities, groups and services

Our Greenwich Community Directory helps you find support in your local area.

Browse the directory

Our Local Offer, SEND services and resources

Improving SEND services

Give feedback, join a forum or network, or read our policies and inspections.

About our SEND services

Find out how Royal Greenwich SEND services support children and young people.

Resources

Resources and templates for schools and early years providers and activities for parents to use at home with their child.

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