Search for information and services

Search for information or services using keywords. Get help with searching.
If your local group or organisation supports children and families, you can register for an account to add your details. To add details of services for adults, please do this via Wellaware.

Choose between information and advice and local services using the tabs below.

We found 137 information and advice articles related to "access "

SEND Local OfferRemove

Below are information and advice articles matching your search.

For a list of services, please go to the Local services tab .

The SEND local offer explained

Short summary:

The special educational needs and disability (SEND) local offer is your source of information on help and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The purpose of the SEND local offer is to provide information in one place, offering ongoing…

What is SEND

Short summary:

Children learn at different rates and in different ways. Your child with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) may have learning difficulties or disabilities that make it harder for them to learn than most children of the same age. Page contents What special educational needs are What a disability is …

Local Accessibility Strategy

Short summary:

South Gloucestershire is a place where all children and young people enjoy a safe and healthy life, achieve their maximum potential and thrive in their community. Our aim is to ensure all children, young people and their families are provided with accessible services and that these…

Public facilities for safety, comfort and independence

Short summary:

There are various public facilities available across South Gloucestershire to help you maintain your safety, comfort and independence when you are out and about. Page contents: Accessible toilets and radar keys Can’t Wait cards Changing areas Shop mobility Public transport Facilities available at libraries Council…

School holiday activities and food programme

Short summary:

We are offering holiday activities and food clubs (also referred to as HAF) for children aged 5 to 16 years who live in South Gloucestershire. Book a space for your child now This programme aims to provide healthy food and enriching activities during the school…

How to register as disabled and the benefits of registering

Short summary:

If you are over 18, registering your disability with the council and other organisations has many benefits. This can include financial support and discounts on a range of services. How you register as disabled depends on why you want to register, or what you want…

Resources for schools and education settings supporting children with special educational needs

Short summary:

The following resources or toolkits have been designed to be used by schools /education settings across South Gloucestershire for children and young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and disability. Documents on this page are intended to assist educational settings in supporting children and young…

Youth centres

Short summary:

South Gloucestershire Council commissions youth activities through four contractors and their subcontractors: Foundation for Active Community Engagement (FACE) Creative Youth Network Learning Partnership West Diversity Trust. More information on specific youth centres in the area including session times, locations and themes is available on their…

SEND Strategy and Co-production Charter

Short summary:

SEND strategy February 2024 The South Gloucestershire Best Start for Children with Complex Needs and SEND group, working with our local SEND community has developed a new strategy for SEND with the aim of establishing effective arrangements for meeting the needs of all children and…

How to have your say about special education needs and disabilities and the SEND Local Offer

Short summary:

There are a number of ways you can tell us your views about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and the SEND local offer in South Gloucestershire. You can also read summaries of previous feedback in our annual feedback reports. Feedback to Council We continue…

Area SEND Inspection

Short summary:

January 2024: Ofsted and CQC work together to inspect education, health and care services for children and young people with SEND in a local area, to make sure they are effective. These Area SEND inspections follow a new framework introduced from January 2023 and last…

Safeguarding children, young people 0-25 with disabilities

Short summary:

Disabled children are recognised as the most vulnerable group in respect of safeguarding their wellbeing. They may have physical, sensory and learning disabilities and difficulties. Severely disabled children often rely on parents and carers to meet most or all of their needs. They may have…

Things to do with your child with special educational needs and/or a disability

Short summary:

There are many things you can do with your child with special educational needs and or a disability, but they may take more planning and preparation. Page contents: Planning your day Concessions Directory of local services Accessible holidays and special assistance Further information Planning your day…

How families are supported in South Gloucestershire

Short summary:

In South Gloucestershire we want to develop a culture where families are able to easily access the information or support they need. This means that they can take advantage of local opportunities, make informed decisions, and solve their own problems. Many different services are responsible…

Types of short breaks available and how to access them

Short summary:

Short breaks are a way of giving parents and carers a break from their caring responsibilities. Short breaks can also benefit your child with disabilities. The type of short break you may receive will depend on the needs of your child. We fund a number of organisations to provide short breaks for children…

Short breaks for children with disabilities

Short summary:

Short breaks are a way of giving parents and carers a break from their caring responsibilities. Short breaks can also benefit your child with disabilities. The type of short break you may receive will depend on the needs of your child. Page contents: What are short breaks How short breaks are…

What to do if you are concerned about someone's safety

Short summary:

If you are worried about a child, young person or adult, who you think is being abused or neglected – REPORT IT. Concerned about a child? Please report any safeguarding concerns you have about a child using the following numbers: 01454 866000 ‐ Monday to Thursday 9am…

Social Care Service for children with SEND 0-25

Short summary:

Here we explain how social care services are delivered if you have a child with a disability aged between 0-25, and how to access an assessment that can lead to support if your child is eligible. Page Contents Integrated services Early help The 0-25 Social care service Who is eligible…

Refine your search by category

Articles

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary:

Short summary: