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This page includes the latest SEND news from Suffolk County Council and our partners. If you wish to feature an item, please email content to LocalOffer@suffolk.gov.uk. 2023 30 October 2023: Everyone who uses SEND services in Suffolk asked for feedback in new inspection survey Ofsted…SEND Support Wheel - Help
Please see the guidance below for using our SEND Support Wheel. If you can't find what you're looking for, or find an issue with the tool, please use the feedback form on the right-hand side of the page. You can also email localoffer@suffolk.gov.uk for guidance. Using…Transition: moving into adult care
Information for young people and families What is transition? In healthcare, we use the word “transition” to describe the process of preparing, planning and moving from children’s to adult services. Transition is a gradual process that gives you, and everyone involved in your care, time…New co-produced factsheets published
There’s two new factsheets on the Local Offer website, which can be found on the landing page for Education. The ASD Factsheet is a simple two-sided guide covering what ASD can look like, what to do if you think your child needs to be…Proposed new model for Children, Young People and Families Mental Health services in East and West Suffolk
There are new proposed plans for mental health services for children and young people in East and West Suffolk. The plans are being made together with East and West Suffolk Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCG), Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust (NSFT) and partner orgainsations who work with…Stop the Hate
Young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are twice as likely to be bullied as their peers. ‘Stop the Hate’ is a hard-hitting video co-produced with eight champions from the Suffolk Young Person’s Network who wanted to raise awareness of hate crime. The…SEND Youngsters stars of disability hate crime awareness video
A group of youngsters from Suffolk with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are the brave stars of a hard-hitting video aimed at raising awareness of hate crime. ‘Stop the Hate’ features eight champions from the SEND Young Persons Network, and launches today (date) to…Review of Education Services for Children and Young People with a Hearing Impairment
In 2018 Suffolk County Council commissioned a review of its services for children and young people with a hearing impairment in partnership with the National Deaf Children’s Society. A copy of the review report is published below along with the Council’s response to the recommendations…Finding the right course
Finding the right course Finding the right course at the right level for learners with SEND is often confusing. The first thing you will need to consider is the “level” of course the young person is looking for. This table gives you a guide to…Local Offer Helpline
The Local Offer aims to provide information about support services and opportunities for children and young people with SEND all in one place. Do you have a question about Suffolk's Local Offer? Need help finding information or want to discuss what services are available? You…