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Local Offer: Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

Read about SEND provision, our Local Offer in the borough, as well as education, health and care plans.


About the Local Offer


Find out about our services for children and young people with SEND, how the support system works and legal guidance.

Local Area Strategic Board


Strategic board reports and documents

Early Years SEND Support


Support for children up to age five, how to choose childcare, and what you can do to help. The legal process and starting school with an EHC

Education and SEND support


Read about our SEND provision, support in schools and colleges, online learning, higher education and more.

Education Health and Care plans (EHCP)


If your child is not progressing as expected, you can request a needs assessment for an Education, Health and Care plan.

Social, emotional and mental wellbeing


Find out where you can go for advice and help if you're concerned about your child's wellbeing.

Health services for children and young people


Learn about health services for children and young people with SEND, how to access them, and common SEND conditions.

Preparing for adulthood


Learn more about the options open to you, from college and work, to independent living.

Money matters


From budgeting to benefits, where to apply for funds and grants, and finding advice, read our money matters guide.

Transport and getting around


Disabilities and impairments can make travel a challenge. Read about Home to school travel assistance and other support.

Social care and short breaks


Details of practical support we provide for vulnerable young people, safeguarding, care assessments, and short breaks.

Information and advice


Find out where you can get support as a parent and carer, and find information and advice on caring for a child with SEND.

Things to do


Check out our guide to accessible and fun leisure activities, your child can enjoy on their own, or together as a family.

All-Age Carers


An overview of the support available to unpaid carers of all ages who live in Waltham Forest.

Information on SEND conditions


Information on various SEND conditions, from autism to visual impairments, and where to get support.

Lester House, Respite Centre


Waltham Forest is proud to present a newly built short break service on Leyton Green Road.

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