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Funding for special educational needs in mainstream schools
. They might: decide to buy services together (e.g. employ a specialist to work across all schools in the locality) divide it up between schools The localities work together to make sure top-up funding is available to meet the needs of individual pupils. This includes making sure… This depends on the arrangements in each locality. All extra funding to support provision in an EHC Plan is applied for this way. What is expected from schools Individual schools are expected to have a strategic approach to meeting SEN. This is from the total resources they have available…
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One to One support from Sheffield Family Hubs
A Council-run service providing support across all areas of need. Supports children 0–5 years and Parents/ carers. The team offer extra help for you and your family. Workers can visit you at home to support you with your children’s behaviour and with setting boundaries, with accessing support around children with additional needs and with access to housing and benefits advice. If you feel your family could benefit from this, please contact the team to discuss how they may be able to help you or speak to your health care professional. How to refer Everyone is welcome to attend events at Family Hubs . Telephone: 0114 273 5665 Email: SheffieldFamilyHubs@sheffield.gov.uk…
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SSENDIAS
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… Preparing for adulthood School transport Preparing for educational transitions Communication between you and other services Advocacy for children, young people and families Signposting to voluntary and other agencies They offer Parent Information Sessions and webinars on FAQ’s (frequently… information and advice. Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, with a voicemail service at all times. Appointments with caseworkers or Young Peoples Involvement Officer for complex cases. Please call the advice line, email, or fill in the contact form on their website . How to refer Young people…
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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 school Advice on how to manage stress Activities, games and music Drinks and snacks The sessions are free to access, and young people can drop in and out. Monday 6pm - 7.30pm | Wensley Community Centre, Hinde House Crescent, S4 8HF | Starts 3rd June until 15th July Wednesday 5pm - 6.30pm | Com.Unity, Westfield Centre, S20 8ND | Starts 5th June until 17th July Thursday 6pm - 7.30pm | U-Mix Centre, Asline Road, Lowfield, S4 4UJ | Starts 6th June until 18th July Contact Youth.Services@sheffield.gov.uk for further information.…
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May half-term activities
This half term, we’re bringing fun to our Family Hub groups with Bluey-themed activities! Along with our usual fun group activities, you can enjoy: Bluey Trail: Embark on a fun-filled adventure trying to find all the Bluey characters. Character Paper Tubes: Does your little one love watching… little one find frozen in? Plus, lots more activities that can support your child’s development. Schedule of activities All Breastfeeding groups and play and weigh sessions running as usual. Tuesday 28th May 2024 Holiday activities | 9:30am - 11:30am | Chapeltown Park, S35 Holiday activities… - 11:30am | Valley Park, School House, Norton Avenue, S14 1SL Baby Group | 9:30am - 11am | Lowedges Community Centre, Gresley Road, S8 7HL Friday 31st May 2024 Holiday activities | 9:30am - 11:30am | Mortomley Park (High Green) All events are free and there's no need to book. Just come along…
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Transferring an EHC Plan from another Local Authority
person. We have to follow the process for an annual review . We will transfer the EHC Plan onto a Sheffield template. Questions before or after you have moved Talk to SENDSARS about moving into Sheffield with an EHC Plan. Search for a Sheffield School Search for a primary school (including… Links and documents Moving into Sheffield if you or your child/young person has an EHC Plan The EHC Plan will need to be transferred to us. Contact your current Local Authority to tell them you are moving to Sheffield. You will need to tell them the date you are moving into Sheffield. They will transfer the EHC plan to us. When you have moved Please contact us as soon as you have moved. This is so we can: check we have received the EHC plan confirm the new address. look at school/college placements. We look to place children/young people in the same type of school/college…
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Attachment and bonding during pregnancy
connected too. Responding to your unborn baby's kicks is about as close as you will get to two-way communication before they are born. And you can do it at any time, wherever you are. Speaking, reading and singing to your baby - From as early as 15 weeks, baby is listening and getting to know your…, sing a song or share a story. Think about the future - Taking a little time to pause and imagine your baby and what they will be like can help you to connect with them. You might want to think and maybe talk with others about what you’re looking forward to doing and sharing with your baby and what… The relationship you, your partner, and your family build with your baby during pregnancy and in the early months is incredibly important. Research has shown that parents-to-be who develop a close connection to their baby before they are born, find it easier to bond with their babies postnatally…
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Infant Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
to be understood. Although they can't talk yet, you can still tell a lot about what might be going on for them. Get to know your baby by spending time watching them - See the world through your baby's eyes and take the time to try to understand what they might be feeling or thinking. Look for things like the tone of the sounds they make, facial expressions and the direction of their gaze. Stepping back and learning about your baby's cues can help you to better understand and meet your baby's needs. Respond to your baby's cries - It's your baby's way of letting you know they need something… will feel safe knowing that you are there trying to make things better. Visit the below pages for information on building strong connections with your baby Attachment and bonding during pregnancy Your Relationship with your Baby Lots of things can affect how you feel about your baby and yourself…
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Family Voice Project Surveys
support programme. If your child has received support from the child and family support programmes above. Those working to develop these programmes would really like to hear about your child’s experiences of the support they received. They are asking permission for your child to take part in a survey as they are under 16 years of age. You do not have to give permission and your child does not have to take part. This is completely voluntary. The information provided will be used to inform future policy making & local decision making across the country for local & National programmes to support families. There are 4 surveys to chose from. Please choose the relevant survey to you and your family. Parent/Carers and those aged over 16y old Family Voice Project would like to hear from you if you are aged 16 or over and you have received support from one of the child and family support…