A local offer is for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 0 to 25 years. It provides information and support services available to families in their local area. ‘Local offer’ is a term from the national government. Explore the Lewisham Local Offer for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.
Finding out what your child could be entitled to and getting the right educational support for your child can be complex. Here are a few of the topics covered in the education, training and learning section:
- What to do if you think your child has SEND
- Find out about childcare and early years providers for children aged up to five with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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Primary and secondary school education for children with SEND
- EHC Plans and personal budgets
Health and wellbeing is important for all children but those with SEND can often need more and specialised support. Here are a few of the topics covered in the health and wellbeing section:
- Aids, adaptions and equipment
- iThrive
- Health Visiting Service
- Speech & language development
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
- Behaviour worries
Getting support for you and your family can be important. Here are a few of the topics covered in the social care section:
- Financial Support
- Get help completing forms
- Health and social care for children and families
- Short Breaks Service
Finding suitable and inclusive activities can be a real challenge. Here are a few of the topics covered in the community activities section:
- Activities for under-fives
- Activities at school
- Adventure playgrounds
- Arts
- Clubs & groups
- Dance, drama & music
- Family Activities
- Scouts
- Youth Clubs
Knowing where to get support can be difficult . Here are a few of the topics covered in the information, advice and support section:
- Parent & carer guide
- Upcoming events
- Support groups
- Frequently asked questions about the local offer
Find out how you can contact services, get involved and let Lewisham know what you think.
Keeping updated and knowing where to go if you need to complain about a service in this section.
Explorers Plus run with Portage
If your child is under 5 and has SEND, or you are worried abut their development. Come and join us at Explorers Plus.
Book your place here or call the centre directly
