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Unregistered independent schools and out of school settings

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Over recent years across the UK, there has been a rise in the number of institutions operating as schools which should be registered. Operating an unregistered school is a criminal offence and South Gloucestershire Council is working together with the Department for Education, Ofsted and…

Help with travelling by public transport if you have special educational needs or disabilities (SEND)

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To get out into the local community, you may need to travel by public transport. This could be by train, bus or coach. Further information on types of transport if you have a disability is available on GOV.UK. It is worth spending time to plan…

Reading Well for teens

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This is a list of useful books which provide information, advice, and support to help teenagers (13-18) better understand their feelings, handle difficult experiences, and boost confidence. Some of the books are personal stories, others are fiction, some titles cover self-help techniques. All the books…

Care, Education and Treatment Reviews (CETRs)

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This article explains the purpose of a Care, Education and Treatment Review (CETR) and the process involved for a child or young person and their family. Page contents What is a community CETR? Deciding if your child needs a CETR The CETR meeting What happens…

Who to speak to about personal issues

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All young people experience things that are difficult for them to deal with alone. Getting support and having people to talk to confidentially is important. South Gloucestershire Council’s Mind You website is a good starting point for advice and links to other services, regardless of…

Programmes for children and families

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This page contains information on local programmes for children and families in South Gloucestershire. Healthy Me Healthy Me is a free weekly programme for families with children aged 2-4 years to help children eat well, move more, and get off to the best start in…

Breakthrough mentoring referral

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How do I make a referral to Breakthrough Mentoring? You will need to complete our referral form to make a referral to our team. To make a referral to our team, return the completed referral form to: Breakthrough@southglos.gov.uk If you would like to speak to…

Breakthrough Mentoring

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Do you think you have what it takes to be a Breakthrough Mentor? Our team at Breakthrough Mentoring are keen to hear from people who are interested in becoming a Mentor. If you like a challenge and want to make a difference in people’s lives,…

Help for young people with SEND to find work

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Where possible everybody should be encouraged to have the opportunity to take part in the world of work through paid employment. For some people this may have to be done in small steps: from doing small jobs around the house to help your family. Little jobs around the home are a really good…

Work related benefits and support

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Employment Support Allowance Once your child reaches 16, they can claim benefits such as Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). This benefit is for people who have a health condition or disability that limits their ability to work. It can be claimed from age 16, but…

Benefits information and advice

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Page contents Helping your child to manage their own benefits Where to get benefit advice Appealing a benefits decision Helping your child to manage their own benefits When your child reaches 16, it is expected that they will manage their own benefits claims. If you…

How to get independent financial advice

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Dealing with finances can often be a daunting task, but there are a number of services and organisations who can help and support you. South Gloucestershire Council provide free, independent debt advice via our One Stop Shops and there are also a number of other organisations who…

Financial support for individuals on low incomes

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If you are an individual on a low income there are a range of Benefits that could help you to pay everyday living expenses. Some of these Benefits are explained in this article. The South Gloucestershire Council website has information on current support available to those who…

Where to go and community activities for young people with SEND

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Being part of a community is an important step in preparing yourself for adulthood. It can give you a sense of being independent from your family, help develop your confidence, make new friends and have things to do locally. There are many ways that you…

Relationships matter

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When two people share responsibility for a child, no matter whether they are still together or separated, the relationship between them has a direct impact on the well-being and outcomes of their children. Whether you’re together or separated, the way you and your partner communicate…

An introduction to children’s social care

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Sometimes a child, young person or their family needs some extra support to keep them well and safe. Families can require different levels of support at different times. This article explains what children’s social care is and how it supports families. Different services are responsible…

Complaints, compliments and feedback about schools and education settings

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Sometimes, no matter how hard services and families try to work together, there will be times when you do not agree with decisions made or how services are working for your child and family. This article explains what you can do if you have a…

Support to live in your own place

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This article details the support that is available depending on your needs that can help you to live independently. You may also find the My Own Home: a guide to housing for people with learning disabilities Easy Read document useful. Page contents: Supported living Shared lives scheme Housing related support Adjustments…

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