Early Years SEND Support

Do you think or do you know your child has special educational needs and/or a disability? You should first speak to your health visitor or your GP for more information regarding possible diagnosis. If your child is attending a nursery or with a childminder you can speak to your child's key person about your concerns. They will arrange for you to speak to the appropriate person, usually the The Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator is the person who takes the lead in coordinating support for children with SEND in school settings, the Early Years Area SENCO does the same thing with private nurseries and childminders.  SENCO's are the main contact for parents who have concerns about their child's SEND. in each A setting can mean a nursery or a child minder. to support you further.

Support in the early years of a child’s life should ensure a smooth move into childcare and school, ensuring that families continue to receive support and services early on to help minimise difficulties in the future in line with the Special Educational Needs ( Special Educational Needs and Disability ) Code of Practice.

The Early Years Area Senco works with nurseries/childminders and other agencies together with the Child Development Team (CDT) to provide a wide variety of support that aims to ensure all children have access to provision which is appropriate to their special educational needs or disability. All children are entitled to access quality first inclusive practice, however some children may need additional support.