Understanding Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
SEND can affect a child’s ability to learn, communicate, move, or manage everyday tasks. Early support can make a big difference to your child’s development and wellbeing.
Get help early
Speak to your health visitor or GP
If you have concerns about your child’s development, talk to a professional as early as possible.
Early years forum
A panel of professionals who can help identify needs and recommend support.
Find out more on the early years forum.
Local services and support
SEND Local Offer
Find information about services, support groups, education and health for children and young people with SEND.
Visit Staffordshire’s SEND Local Offer.
Early years inclusion fund
Financial support for early years settings to help children with SEND.
Learn more on the early years inclusion fund.
Scope - Equality for disabled people
A service aimed to give practical information and emotional support to people living with disabilities.
Visit Scope.
Need more help?
Speak to your Health Visitor, GP or local Family Hub. You can also explore more services on Staffordshire Connects.