Education

Children and young people have the right to education no matter who they are: regardless of race, gender or disability; if they're in detention, or if they are a refugee.           Article 28 UNCRC    

All children in England are entitled to receive an education, and children's services and education are the responsibility of the Department for Education (DfE). This includes early years, schools, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships and wider skills. 

It is also possible to teach your child at home, this is called home education;- or is sometimes known as elective home education or homeschooling.

Nurseries, schools and colleges are legally obliged to fairly treat and support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Current Government information about Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in school can be found by clicking the button.

SEN Support 

This section aims to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about what support may be available to your child, and signpost you to further advice and information when it is available.

Please click on the links below to read more.

What is SEND?

What is meant by the term, 'Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities?' and what can the school do to help my child?

SEN Support and EHCP's

What is 'SEN Support'? What is an 'EHCP' that I keep hearing people mention? 

Transition and Post 16 

What are transitions in education? and what should I expect when my child reaches 16 years old? 

School and College Transport

Is my child eligible for school transport? Where can I find information about it for my child? What do I do if I'm unhappy with the transport decision?

Education other than at/or in a school (EOTAS)

If a Local Authority determines your child or young person's needs cannot be met in a mainstream or specialist setting, they may offer EOTAS.