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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 […]

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

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

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

NHS North East London Foundation Trust (NELFT) – Barking and Dagenham NHS NELFT Antenatal Service NHS NELFT Antenatal Service website Your team will be contacted any time after the 28th week of pregnancy to introduce you to Antenatal services. This will also give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have in relation to your

NHS North East London (NEL) – Barking and Dagenham SEND Delivery Group Project Plans The aim of this group is to have greater understanding of the SEND needs of children in Barking and Dagenham who are of school age, pilot the CYP Proactive Care Model and plan for the opening of Oxlow Bridge School in September 2025.

Barking and Dagenham are making sure that all our families can get the support they need. Our Family Hubs (Barking, Dagenham and Marks Gate), Family Navigators and Early Help outreach services are for parents of children aged from 0-19 and up to 25 for young people with SEND. Families Hubs – Activities Highlights: Families Drop-In

Please see the flyer (PNG, 285 KB) or visit our HAF webpage which provides details on each programme and how to book.

Between the ages of 14 and 18, the child in Barking and Dagenham will start a “transition” to adult services. For more information about Barking and Dagenham Transition Pathway, please see Transition Pathway – Moving from Children’s Social Care Services to Adult Social Care Services.