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  1. SEND Workforce Development Opportunities

      Staff Training and Workforce Development Staff training is often referred to as Continuous Professional Development (CPD) or Workforce Development. SEND workforce development helps to build professionals’ skills, understanding and confidence so they are better able to meet the needs of children and young people…
  2. Neurodiversity

    What is neurodiversity? Some people think and act differently to other people because of the way their brain works. This is called neurodiversity. Neurodiversity can affect someone's behaviour, memory or ability to learn. People experience the world in many different ways. We are all different…
  3. Parent and Carer Learning Opportunities

      LCIS: Family Training & Support for Autism/Social Communication Autumn 2023 In addition to our school service offer, LCIS provides a range of courses for families of primary and secondary-aged children and young people in Newham who have a diagnosis of autism or social communication…
  4. Preparing for Adulthood

    This page has information and advice about 5 Key Areas, which Young People with SEND have said are important in Preparing for Adulthood.  The Department for Education (DfE) fund the Preparing for Adulthood Programme. Their mission is that Young People with SEN and Disabilities have equal life…
  5. Your rights and the law

    Rights help us stay safe and get fair treatment. Everyone has different rights depending on their age. Adults are allowed to do some things that children aren't. But there are also rights you'll have at any age - like the right to have free medical care if you…
  6. Peer to Peer Parenting Services

    Parenting is one of the toughest jobs we will ever have to do! So don’t do it alone.Newham have a team of parents who are experienced in raising their own families and are trained and supported to be there for YOU!
  7. Short Breaks

    Short breaks enable disabled children, young people and adults to have time away from their carers, explore new opportunities, have fun and broaden their social networks whilst developing skills and independence. They can also provide parents, carers and families with an opportunity to have a…
  8. Employment & Training

    Our dedicated employment advisers’ offer targeted support to adults who are looking for work, education & training opportunities or those seeking new opportunities. Our team has a wide range of skills, experience and in-depth knowledge of the labour market. They also have strong connections to…
  9. Parent and Carer Learning Opportunities

    LCIS: Family Training & Support for Autism/Social Communication Summer 2023 In addition to our school service offer, LCIS provides a range of courses for families of primary and secondary-aged children and young people in Newham who have a diagnosis of autism or social communication difficulties.Our…
  10. What is SEND?

    Welcome to London Borough of Newham’s Special Educational Needs and Disability Local Offer Our Local Offer has been developed and will be updated regularly to help you find information about local services, support, activities and events for children who have special educational needs and disabilities…

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