Barking & Dagenham SEND Local Offer Newsletter 🐝

September and October historically marked a season of dedicated effort in our schools, bringing teachers and pupils together to establish the foundation for a new academic year, pupils gradually finding their footing, and parents engaging in open evenings to prepare for the forthcoming transition phase. It’s essential to embrace perseverance while acknowledging the efforts of all, particularly for our children and young people with SEND as we strive for long-term outcomes.

In the midst of our busy lives, let’s pause for a moment to appreciate those who support us. We want to sincerely thank everyone involved in the annual review of the SEND Local Offer:

💐Our strategic partner Just Say Parent Carer Forum, parents, young people, schools and multi-agency professionals who generously shared their insights during the SEND Local Offer consultation.

💐Our dedicated Website Team, whose hard work behind the scenes ensures the SEND Local Offer running smoothly and up to date.

💐Our amazing council colleagues across teams and NHS partners who lend their expertise to enrich the SEND Local Offer for our SEND communities.

We also encourage you to take a moment to connect with your child and celebrate their achievements so far, recognising their effort along the journey.

🙇🏻‍♀️ Thank you, everyone!

As winter approaches, let’s remain mindful of our wellbeing and that of our neighbours. Please keep resources from our CYPD Hubs, Family Hubs, and Cost of Living information at hand to support those in need.

💞 Always be kind.