The Welsh Government has launched a consultation on a code of practice dedicated to the delivery of autism services in Wales. It closes on 14 December 2020. The consultation document can be found here together with supporting guidance. The consultation covers: assessment and diagnosis accessing health and social care services raising awareness and training planning, …
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Since the start of the epidemic the Government has produced a significant amount of guidance for schools, social services and the NHS. This is sometimes updated and we know that it has been difficult for many parents to keep up with all the changes and know what the government expects to be happening for their …
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Since the start of the epidemic the Government has produced a significant amount of guidance for schools, social services and the NHS. This is sometimes updated and we know that it has been difficult for many parents to keep up with all the changes and know what the government expects to be happening for their …
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As part of the Welsh Government’s ongoing special educational needs reform which resulted in the passing of the Additional Learning Need (ALN) and Educational Tribunal (Wales) Act 2018, Kirsty Williams, Minister for Education, issued a written statement in September 2019 setting out the Welsh Government’s intention to lay a draft ALN Code and associated regulations …
Local authorities in Wales must make free travel arrangements for eligible children of compulsory school age, that is to say 5 -16 year olds. This free transport is often crucial for families who have children with a disability or special educational needs. However, this becomes a discretionary duty for post-16 learners and given the current …
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We recently launched our new campaign where we’re asking you to Step Up for Cerebra. As part of the challenge, we’re asking all you superheroes to walk, run, hop or skip your way to 400,000 steps in 40 days – that’s 10,000 steps a day for the 40 day course of the challenge. Sounds difficult? …
Since the start of the epidemic the Government has produced a significant amount of guidance for schools, social services and the NHS. This is sometimes updated and we know that it has been difficult for many parents to keep up with all the changes and know what the government expects to be happening for their …
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As schools prepare for children and young people to return in September, supporting and prioritising mental health and wellbeing will be more important than ever. A new toolkit, Mental health and wellbeing in primary schools – Preparing for recovery, empowers schools to support and prioritise pupils’ wellbeing as they adjust to the return to school, …
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Two organisations are looking for your opinions about support during lockdown. The National Children’s Bureau are looking for families, including those with a disabled child, to give their opinion about the government’s support for children and families during the pandemic in order to influence future policy making. It involves monthly interviews and participants will receive …
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The Government published additional guidance on 11 August regarding transport to schools and other educational settings which comes into force at the start of the Autumn term. It covers: managing capacity and demand on public transport taking measures to reduce risk on dedicated home to school or college transport Many parents of children with special …
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