There is support available for children with disabilities and their families across Dudley. There is lots of information and advice on the Local Offer website around services and support for your child and for you as a parent carer.
The following key pages will provide specialist advice and guidance.
- Integrated Early Years Referral for children under 5 with SEND
- The Dudley Early Years Referral page provides information on how to refer children under 5 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) for specialist support. It outlines the referral process, eligibility criteria, and the types of support available, including assessments and interventions. The page also offers links to additional resources and guidance for parents, carers, and professionals involved in the early years care of children with SEND.
- The Dudley Early Years Referral page provides information on how to refer children under 5 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) for specialist support. It outlines the referral process, eligibility criteria, and the types of support available, including assessments and interventions. The page also offers links to additional resources and guidance for parents, carers, and professionals involved in the early years care of children with SEND.
- SEN support in schools and for younger children
- The Dudley Ordinarily Available Inclusive Provision Guidance document provides comprehensive support strategies for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- The Dudley Ordinarily Available Inclusive Provision Guidance document provides comprehensive support strategies for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Groups and activities for children and young people with SEND
- The Dudley What’s On page provides information about various events and activities happening in the Dudley borough. It includes details on upcoming events, activities for different age groups, special interest groups, and community resources like libraries and community centres. Residents can also submit their own events to be listed on the site.
- The Dudley What’s On page provides information about various events and activities happening in the Dudley borough. It includes details on upcoming events, activities for different age groups, special interest groups, and community resources like libraries and community centres. Residents can also submit their own events to be listed on the site.
- Free school holiday activities and food for children aged 5-16 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and/or children and young people aged 5–16 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or additional needs
- The Dudley Holiday Activities page provides information about free holiday activities and food programs for children and young people in the Dudley borough. It includes details on how to register, eligibility criteria, and the types of activities available, such as sports, arts, and educational workshops. The program aims to support families by offering engaging activities and nutritious meals during school holidays.
- The Dudley Holiday Activities page provides information about free holiday activities and food programs for children and young people in the Dudley borough. It includes details on how to register, eligibility criteria, and the types of activities available, such as sports, arts, and educational workshops. The program aims to support families by offering engaging activities and nutritious meals during school holidays.
- Carer support for parent carers of children with SEND
- The Dudley Carers Hub page provides information and support for carers in the Dudley borough. It offers details on available services, including advice, emotional support, and practical help. The page also highlights resources for carers, such as training opportunities, support groups, and respite care options. Additionally, it provides information on how to register with the Carers Hub and access further assistance.
- The Dudley Carers Hub page provides information and support for carers in the Dudley borough. It offers details on available services, including advice, emotional support, and practical help. The page also highlights resources for carers, such as training opportunities, support groups, and respite care options. Additionally, it provides information on how to register with the Carers Hub and access further assistance.
- Short Breaks and Direct Payments