In 2024, SEND Team and Just Say Parent Carer Forum made an exciting breakthrough by launching Parents Evening with SEND Local Offer Network at our special schools bridging the gap between our key SEND community resources and SEND families during school parents’ evenings. The response was overwhelming – every single parent who attended rated the […]
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A 6-week in-person programme supporting young people 17-25 in Havering, Barking & Dagenham who are struggling with their mental health. The sessions are engaging and interactive, providing tips and techniques to help manage common challenges. A safe and non-judgemental space for young people to connect and have their voices heard. Dates of next group –
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Experience theatre and cinema like never before with relaxed performances and screenings! Tailored for neurodiverse audiences and anyone who enjoys a more laid-back atmosphere, the following events transform the theatre/cinema-going experience! Go Live Theatre Go Live Theatre is a charity that uses the power of THEATRE to create inspiring experiences and unlock possibilities for children
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Caring for ourselves and supporting those around us aren’t opposing actions; instead, they go hand in hand, fostering positivity and harmony for both individuals and the broader community. If your children are currently awaiting an autism assessment or have recently received a diagnosis, we invite you to explore the following resources. Consider joining and sharing
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Smooth and effective transitions are crucial for Success The term ‘transition’ can be used to describe any education changes for your child with special education needs and disability as they are moving into, within, between and out of educational settings. The SEND Code of Practice states: ‘’Early years providers and schools should support children so
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From Department for Education and The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP £740 million allocated for 10,000 new places for pupils with SEND – New SEND places to create more inclusive classrooms in mainstream schools, delivering on Plan for Change to break down barriers to opportunity. (27 March 2025, please click link for full speech) ‘’…Barking and Dagenham London Borough Council
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Area 1: All children and young people with SEND are effectively prepared for adulthood Creation of Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) specific annual review paperwork for children & young people in Year 9 and above, to be rolled out Spring 2025. Greater focus on views and aspirations of the young person and their parents/carers. Annual review
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Thank you for being part of our Just Say Annual Conference at Dagenham and Redbridge Football Club on 5th March 2025! It was fantastic to see so many parents, carers, professionals and stallholders (and a very little one!) come together this year. We had the opportunity to engage with information and updates from Emma Sparrow
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Our dedicated portal to help you access training, jobs and business opportunities. Featured News GSQ Brickwork Provides Hands-On Bricklaying Experience for Aspiring Bricklayers Site Ready Solutions and GSQ Brickwork participated in the Skills-Builders Programme at Marsh Green School in Dagenham. The Skills-Builders programme aims to provide 16-18-year-olds with work experience in construction through a local
Portage and Inclusion Education Service Portage is a home visiting education service for pre-school children (0-5) with additional support needs and their families. The team are based at Alibon Children Centre. It is an early intervention service within the Children and Young People with Disability (CYPD) Service. Portage provides support through Targeted groups, Home Learning
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