How do I know if a school can meet my child’s needs?

You have been on the school tours and weighed up the pros and cons and finally you feel you have an idea of what might be a good fit. Here are few tips for giving your first choice a little ‘health check’ to help you to know if the school will be able to meet your child’s needs.

EducationSarah BillinghamSeptember 1, 2020special needs, SEND, inclusion, parenting, special needs parenting, SEN parenting, parenting special children, disability, support for disability, choosing a school, choosing an SEN schoolComment

What types of primary schools are there for children with additional needs?

At primary school level there tend to be three types of school settings available for children with special educational needs; mainstream primary schools, schools with specialist classes/units and specialist schools. Choosing which type of school is most suitable for your child can feel a little pressurised. Here is a little run down of what the different types of schools offer and the advantages of each.

EducationSarah BillinghamSeptember 25, 2019special needs, early years, choosing a school, school selection, starting school, SEND, inclusionComment