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SEND information for parents and carers

Information and guidance for parents and carers of children and young people with SEND (0 to 25).

Introduction to SEND for parents and carers

Information and guidance regarding SEND, special educational needs (SEN) support, SEND hubs in North Yorkshire plus much more.

Parent and carer forum

Support, help and advice for parents and carers of children with SEND, from charities working across North Yorkshire.

Education, health and care plans (EHCP)

Find out about statutory assessments, annual reviews and how to request an assessment of your child's needs.

SEND early years support

Specialist support and services in schools and other settings for children and young people with SEND across North Yorkshire.

SEND education

Information about schools, accessing support, applying for a school place, SENDIASS and more.

SEND financial support

Find out about personal budgets, direct payments, benefits, grants and financial support for SEND.

Health and care for SEND

Find out about health and care services for children with special educational needs and disabilities.

Preparing for Adulthood - a parent's guide

Information, advice and guidance around further education, employment, independent living, community participation and good health.

SEND groups - a parent's guide

Information about local, regional and national groups and networks related to SEND.

SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

SENDIASS is a free confidential and impartial information, advice and support service for parents/carers as well as young people themselves.

SEND transport - a parent's guide

Find out about SEND transport for children and young people across North Yorkshire.

SEND consultations, plans and news

The latest news for families, including the annual inclusion conference, and events, funding news, plans and consultations.

SEND library resources

Find out how our libraries are inclusive to all and the resources that are available for children with special educational needs.

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