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A guide to dealing with bullying: for parents of disabled children.
Managing behaviour in schools Bullying Information
Contact a Family has joined forces with Parentline Plus to produce a new guide about dealing with bullying, for parents of disabled children. The guide is packed full of information and tips around spotting the signs of bullying, action and strategies you can take as a parent, and your child's rights. The guide was developed from a range of stories and experiences told to us by parents of disabled children affected by bullying. Their tips and stories are included throughout the guide
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A review of behaviour standards and practices in our schools - Sir Alan Steer
Managing behaviour in schools Information Exclusions
This report presents the overall conclusions of Sir Alan Steers review of pupil behaviour issues, announced in the Children's Plan. It builds on findings from the four interim reports between March 2008 and February 2009. As suggested by the above title, it also reviews progress since October 2005 when he and other members of the former Practitioners' Group on School Behaviour and Discipline (The Practitioners' Group) produced our report Learning Behaviour. This report makes a total of 47 recommendations, grouped under three overall themes: legal powers and duties, supporting the development of good behaviour and Raising Standards Higher.
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ASD Family Advisory Team
The Autism Family Advisory Team was established in 1994. We are part of Northamptonshire Children and Young People's Service. We are based at Arnold House in Moulton Leys which is a residential unit for children with Autism. We run as an independent Service providing direct support and advice to families in their home and in community. The Team is made up of a Team Manager, a Senior Worker and a number of part time Family Advisory Workers (FAWs) All members of the Team are fully trained in all aspects of Autism, the use of TEACCH, PECs, Social Stories and other complimentary interventions.
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Carers Direct
Medical Family Support Parents
What is Carers Direct? Carers Direct is a national information, advice and support service for carers in England. Available online at www.nhs.uk/carersdirect and as a free, confidential helpline seven days a week on 0808 802 0202, it provides accurate, relevant information for carers and those who support them
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Department for Education
Special Educational Needs Information Family Support
http://www.education.gov.uk/popularquestions/childrenandfamilies/specialeducationalneeds. Popular questions about issues affecting parents and carers of children with special educational needs, including guidance about statementing.
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Improving behaviour and attendance: 2008 guidance
Alternatives to Exclusion Exclusions
The Department for Children, Schools and Families (DSCF) has issued revised guidance on exclusions from schools and Pupil Referral Units, which came into force on 1st September 2008
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Northants SEN Review Summary report & Recommendations
Download Northants SEN Review Summary report & Recommendations (239 kb)
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Parent Knowhow Directory
Information Family Support Parents
The directory comprises a suite of free services designed to serve everyone in a parenting role - mothers, fathers, carers and other adults with parental responsibility - by ensuring access to expert advice through existing telephone helplines or a new generation of services, delivered online and to mobile phones.
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RUSHTON SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND
Pupils with SEN Which School Visual Impairment
RNIB Rushton School and Children’s Home Supporting children and young people with sight loss and additional complex needs About us Established in 1957, RNIB Rushton School and Children’s Home offers specialist education, 52-week residential care, therapies and healthcare for young people up to the age of 19. Our on-site school also offers education to a small number of pupils who attend on a daily basis. We support young people who are blind or partially sighted and have learning difficulties and disabilities (*P Levels 1 to 8). We also support: • Social, emotional or behavioural difficulties • Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) • Physical disabilities • Communication difficulties • Additional sensory impairment • Additional health care needs.
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SEN DISAGREEMENT RESOLUTION SERVICE - TOGETHER TRUST
SEN Support Special Educational Needs Law
The Together Trust provides Disagreement Resolution Services (DRS) to Local Authorities in the East Midlands. Disagreement resolution (or mediation) is voluntary, independent, confidential and a positive way of solving problems. It aims to improve communication and assist negotiation. Disagreements involving special educational needs vary depending on each individual. Mediation can assist with disputes over whether or not an assessment should be carried out, what special needs the child or young person has, how best to meet these needs, and which school they should attend. Mediation considers what is best for the child. It ensures that key people take part in the resolution process and gives everyone a chance to speak and listen. Mediators are neutral and don’t take sides, enabling them to focus on protecting relationships.
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Special Educational Needs - A guide for parents and carers 2009
SEN Support Special Educational Needs Information
Revised guide from the DCSF descibing what special educational needs are; what you can do if you are worried that your child might be having difficulties; how you can help; what schools and local authorities can do and your rights and your childs rights.
Download Special Educational Needs - A guide for parents and carers 2009 (1248 kb)
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The Childrens Plan
Young People Family Support Parents
The Children's Plan aims to make England the best place in the world for children and young people to grow up.
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Your services, your say
Lots of people with autism don't get the support they need. This guide explains how you can change this by helping to plan support and services for people with autism and their families in your area.
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