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Islington Disabled Children's Service Policies and Practice Guidance
Islington Disabled Children's Service Practice Narrative SFS Front Door Protocol for provision of Advice for EHC Assessments SEND and EHCP Practice Guidance SEND and EHCP Practice Guidance - Appendix Supported Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) Supported Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) - Fact Sheet Supported Assessment Questionnaire - Fact…Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Info for Parents
We have put together some advice and information for Parents and Carers in relation to the Coronavirus.Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO)
The role of the Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO) is to ensure high quality social care input and engagement with the Education, Health and Care needs assessment and planning process with a particular focus on how different roles are supporting coordination of social care input into…Exclusions - Information for parents
The decision to exclude a pupil is a very serious matter and should only be used as a last resort. Only the head teacher can exclude once they have carried out a thorough investigation. Find further information on types of exclusion, what happens next if…How is my child with SEND supported in school?
Around 5,000 children and young people in Islington have identified Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and most of these are supported in their local mainstream school or Early Years setting. The majority of children and young people will have their needs met through additional…SEN Support in Islington - Behaviour Handbook
The Behaviour Handbook for Islington schools outlines approaches and interventions which encourage and allow inclusion and reduce the risk of exclusion. Within the universal offer, which underpins the layers of support and intervention, is an understanding and ethos which supports the ideals of inclusion. It…How your child with hearing impairment is supported in school
There are different types and degrees of hearing loss that require different levels of support. A hearing impairment is likely to have an impact on your child’s speech and language development, literacy skills, social communication and emotional development. When babies are born they are assessed…How your child with emerging needs is supported through early years
All early years settings must to put in place a ‘graduated approach’ to supporting children’s learning development. This is a system to identify and meet the needs of all children, including those who may have special educational needs or disabilities (SEND). Settings include all private…How your child with autistic spectrum condition is supported in school
Children and young people with autistic spectrum condition have different types and degrees of need that require different levels of support. If your child has an autistic spectrum condition, they may have problems with some or all of the following: Communicating with teachers, support staff…How your child with social, emotional and mental health needs is supported in school
There are different types and degrees of social, emotional and mental health needs that require different levels of support. If your child has social, emotional or mental health needs they may have problems with some or all of the following: Being unhappy, with low self-esteem…How your child with visual impairment is supported in school
There are different types and degrees of visual impairments that require different levels of support. A visual impairment is likely to affect how your child makes sense of the world around them and how they move within it. Visual impairment is often identified early through…How your child with physical difficulties is supported in school
There are different types and degrees of physical difficulty that require different levels of support, but pupils with physical difficulties learn well in mainstream schools if attention is paid to their specific needs. If your child has a physical difficulty, they may also have learning…How your child with speech and language difficulties is supported in school
There are a wide range of impairments covered by the term speech and language difficulties, including the following: Expressive language – for example your child’s ability to speak in sentences Language comprehension – your child’s ability to understand what people say Social communication – your…How your child with general learning difficulties is supported in school
There are different types and degrees of learning difficulty that require different levels of support. If your child has learning difficulties, they may have problems with some or all of the following: Memory Learning how to speak Understanding others Reading and writing Maths skills Putting…Making Decisions
When you are 16, the law says you have the right to make decisions about your life. It is important that family, carers, teachers and other people who are paid to help you, give you information so that you can make an ‘informed decision’ [a…Sexual Health Services for Young People with SEND
Sexual Health Services for Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) aged up to 25 years of age are provided through a number of Young People’s Sexual Health Clinics based within the Islington area. These sexual health services can be contacted directly by a…Employment and Support Allowance
If you’re ill or disabled, Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) offers you: Financial support if you’re unable to work Personalised help so that you can work if you’re able to You can apply for ESA if you’re employed, self employed or unemployed. Check if you’re…Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can help you with some of the extra costs if you have a long term ill-health or disability. You could get between £22.65 and £145.35 a week if you’re aged 16 or over and have not reached State Pension age. The…Universal Credit
Universal Credit is a new government benefit for working age people on a low income or who are out of work. Universal Credit is a payment to help with your living costs. It’s paid monthly. Universal Credit is run by the Department for work and…