Local Offer: Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

This is a guide to our services for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities, from birth to 25 years old.

Support for children up to age five, how to choose childcare, and what you can do to help.

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

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

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

Strategic board reports and documents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Support for unpaid carers of all ages living in Waltham Forest, including information on help, services and local guidance.

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

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