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Autism spectrum condition

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Autism is a lifelong, developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to other people, and how they experience the world around them. Page contents: What is autism Other names for autism Girls with Autism Seeking advice or referral for assessment Training…

The Care Act 2014

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This article is a guide to the Care Act 2014 and how it affects you. Page contents: About the Care Act 2014 What role local authorities play in care and support How the Act aims to prevent people developing care and support needs About the Care Act 2014 The Care…

Choosing childcare

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Before you decide on a childminder, pre-school, nursery or other childcare provider for your child, it is important to understand certain factors. Page contents Children's needs Parental involvement and communication Availability Fees How nurseries or pre-schools and out of school providers are managed Questions for childminders…

Early years foundation stage

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The early years foundation stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to five years for all Ofsted-registered early years providers including childminders, preschools, nurseries and school reception classes.   Your child will mostly learn through indoors and outdoors play.  The areas of learning are:  communication and…

Early years parent support and training for children with SEND

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You will know your child better than anyone else. Parent support groups, training or workshops can help you further understand your child’s additional needs by learning new ways to support them as well as interventions you may not be aware of.   Support groups are a great way to meet parents of other children who have similar needs to…

Getting a diagnosis

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Children can be born with a disability or medical condition for many reasons. Parents often worry that this may be their fault. It is important to remember this is rarely the case. Diagnosis is the formal process for identifying a disability, learning difficulty or health…