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Group Programmes

Sheffield Parent Hub - Group Programmes Group parenting programmes are for those who are finding being a parent a bit of a challenge. Programmes range from 5 to 15 weeks. Covering the full range of parenting strategies with personalised support to help you put these into practice back home… and disabilities Sheffield Parenting Hub has a range of programmes available to all. These programmes are specifically designed for parents and carers of children with SEND. Stepping Stones Plus This programme is for parents of children 0-12 who have a child with disability. The programme builds parenting… living together or parents who are separated. In Sheffield we recognise this and have the following programmes you can access to support. Family Transitions This is a parallel programme for parents/carers who are experiencing personal stress from separation or divorce which is impacting…

Want to give a compliment?

Our teams work really hard each and every day supporting young people with SEND. If there is a team or an individual you would like to say thank you or give a compliment to, please e-mail localoffer@sheffield.gov.uk . You can also write to us at: Sheffield SEND Service, Howden House, Floor 5, 1 Union Street, Sheffield, S1 2SH. We may publish your words on this page. Please keep reading to see some of the lovely things others have said about our SEND Service. What people have said Compliment to SENDSARS SENDSARS was very helpful and willing to take the time over the phone to discuss with us what was happening both in relation to the assessment process and the draft EHCP. Compliment to the Autism Social Communication (ASC) Team After a visit to St Jospeh's Catholic Primary: Staff feel that support from the ASC Team has been invaluable this year and easy…

Safeguarding for Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Links and documents We all have a responsibility to keep all children and young people safe whether they have a SEND or not. You must act if you have any concerns. Reporting concerns If you are worried that a child or young person is being abused or neglected, please contact us using the information below. You do not have to give your name if you do not want to. Please have the postcode where the child or young person normally lives. If you cannot provide this information you should still call. Immediate danger If a child or young person is in immediate danger please contact the Police by calling 999. Reporting Child Abuse If you are worried that a child or young person is: at risk of being hurt, abused or neglected is being hurt, abused or neglected Please contact the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub on 0114 273 4855. Where a family needs support but it is not a child…

SSENDIAS

Sheffield SEND Information and Advice Service (SSENDIAS) Sheffield SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SSENDIAS) are a statutory service. They support young people, parents/carers of children and young people (0-25 years old) who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). SSENDIAS offer impartial, confidential information, advice & support to parents/carers of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This is for education and related health and social care needs. They are joint commissioned and funded by The Local Authority… not need a diagnosis. Child or young person does not need to attend a Sheffield School/ college but must live in Sheffield. All Councils have a SENDIAS service. Find your local IAS service They can help with Explaining SEND law, legislation, policies, both national and local. Your rights…

Anxiety and Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance

an education, but if this duty is being affected by other factors, they are well within their rights to request support from the school. If this support is not forthcoming, you may want to contact Sheffield SENDIAS or self-refer to the Family Intervention Service . Inclusion and Attendance Team You can…

Play, Chat and Learn at home

take care of their family and their mind Speech and Language UK: Support for parents who are worried about their child’s language development Early Years Alliance: Practical tips for parents to support their child to learn through play …

A guide to babysitters

with Special Needs or Disabilities Sheffield Local Offer lists special educational needs and disabilities services in Sheffield and who can use them. Other Childcare Options Other child care options and advice can be found on the Sheffield Directory. …

Exam Stress drop-in sessions

Community Youth Services are excited to promote a new pilot project, which will be delivered in three youth clubs across the city. The project aims to support young people during exam season and beyond, focusing on reducing anxiety, exam stress & digital pressures. Questions about exams and s…

Mediation

is the later. Who is involved? Mediation meetings involve the parents and/or young person with SEND, an officer from the local authority and a mediation service. In Sheffield, the service provider commissioned by the local authority to provide mediation services is called Collis Mediation Ltd. What… the meeting, which may take up to two hours. The mediator ensures that everyone’s concerns are heard and allows the parties to form their own agreement. Please note: In Sheffield any decision that is part of the EHC needs assessment process is made via the EHC Panel. The officer representing… with SEND called "When people can't agree" . Further information is also available in the 0-25 SEND Code of Practice paragraph 11.13 – 11.38. You can speak to the Sheffield SEN & Disability Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIAS) for advice.…

May half-term activities

and your family at the sessions. Other activities in Sheffield Things to do for Families in Sheffield (welcometosheffield.co.uk) sheffieldhealthyholidays.org – sheffieldhealthyholidays.org – Explore, Create, Eat well, Move!…

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