I'm thinking the legal requirements in the UK on a 0-16 year basis.
2007-10-21 02:19:05 · 6 answers · asked by solarlay 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
Getting a statement of special educational needs is a good start.
2007-10-21 03:12:54 · answer #1 · answered by Charlotte J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your Local Education Authority does have a legal right to ensure the needs of all children whether they are disabled or not. Children with additional needs are usually given a Statement of Special Educational Needs or an Individual Education Plan. The needs should be agreed between the parents, the Special Educational Needs Co-coordinator at the school and anyone else who is involved such as the educational psychologist. Once these are agreed the school and LEA have a duty to ensure they are acted upon. Money comes from the LEA into the school to help that child. At the moment schools and LEA's are trying to get all children on the SEN register into mainstream school to include social inclusion. Obviously this will not be good for all children so parents may have to fight even harder to get the help their children need and to ensure their needs are met.
2007-10-21 08:21:39 · answer #2 · answered by happy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you think your child has Special Educational Needs talk to the Special Needs Co-ordinator at their school, ask for an Educational Psychologist assessment and see if they meet your Local Authority's criteria for issuing a Statement of SEN. As a parent you have the right to ask the Local Authority directly for an assessment.
If your child meets the criteria for a Statement their needs will be reviewed (at least) annually and the school may get extra funding for support or resources. Your local Parent Partnership can help you make a case to them. The Local Authority will be able to give you their number.
The SEN Code of Practice sets pout the responsibilities of schools and Local Authoroties. If you search "SEN Code of Practice" you will be directed to DFES publications and can download it for more information. Good luck.
2007-10-21 05:02:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As the parent of a special needs child, I have been given very good advice and support from an advocate, you should check on the net or with your local council for your nearest advocate service. these people will put you on the right road and come to meetings with you and they know what to ask for and how to get it they are invaluable. good luck
2007-10-21 07:43:21 · answer #4 · answered by mrsmystery_uk 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-09 02:23:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a parent of a son with autism I would personally recommend IPSEA http://www.ipsea.org.uk/
They have a telephone helpline, which is pretty busy, but persevere - they are a wealth of knowledge and will help and advise you.
2007-10-21 10:37:28 · answer #6 · answered by alipaul2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋