Where can I find out about other services for my child?

The local offer website from the LA have information about the services that are available.

Please click here to be taken to the Derby Local Offer.

Who else could support your child with SEND?

Derby authority provide a range of services. The Authorities Local offer provides information about support services. Some of the support services available include:

Communication and Interaction:

• Speech and Language Therapy

Cognition and Learning:

• Educational Psychologist

Social, Emotional & Mental Health:

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

Sensory/Physical Needs:

• Support Services for the Hearing, Physically & Visually impaired.
• Physiotherapy Service

For more information go to www.derby.gov.uk/sendlocaloffer

How can my family get support from these services?

Depending upon the circumstances a member of staff may be able to refer the family or provide contact details for these services. These may include the SENCo, Progress Leaders, Attendance and Pastoral Support officers or Family Support Worker.

Following assessment these services will usually provide advice to school if the parent/carer gives their permission for the information to be shared.

Who can I contact to find out about other support for students with SEND and their families?

Derby SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) formerly Parent Partnership Service can provide free, confidential, impartial information, advice and support for guardians, children and young people up to the age of 25 about Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

• Phone – 01332 641414
• Email – [email protected]
• Facebook- @derbysendiass
• Website – https://www.derby.gov.uk/education-and-learning/schools-and-colleges/sendiass/

Umbrella supports any family with a disabled child aged 0 to 30. Umbrella cite they are able to support a child or young person no matter what their disability as their services are person centred to meet individual needs. For more information go to http://umbrella.uk.net/

What happens if my child needs specialist SEN equipment or other facilities?

The school will make reasonable adjustments to provide specialist aids and equipment in accordance with assessed needs. The Local Authority will provide specialist equipment such as wheelchairs when it has been prescribed by a relevant health service specialist.

How does the school support CYP with medical conditions?

The school follows:

Supporting students at school with medical conditions Statutory guidance for governing bodies of maintained schools and proprietors of academies in England

April 2014

The school has a policy regarding the administration and management of medicines on the school site. Some students will have an Individual Healthcare Plan in place. Staff have updates on conditions and medication affecting individual students and training, where appropriate, so that they are able to manage medical situations.

Please assess The Supporting Students with Medical Conditions Policy for more information.

What if I want to complain?

If you wish to complain we always suggest you come and speak to us first to try to resolve any issues.

Please see the complaints policy for full details. Please access the Complaints Policy for more information.

What is the local offer and where can I find it?

The Local Offer tells you what support is available for children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) and/or disabilities, and their families.

The Local Offer has been developed in close partnership with Family Voice (Derby’s Parent Carer Forum) and with a wide range of service providers.

Please click here to be taken to the Derby Local Offer