EHCPs and SEND support
Not sure whether your child needs SEN support or an EHCP, or what to ask the SENCO? These guides walk you through how it works in Calderdale, one step at a time.
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EHCPs and SEND support
SEN Support or an EHCP: What's the Difference?
SEN support or an EHCP? Plain guide for Calderdale parents on what each means, how they differ, and when to ask for more help.
EHCPs and SEND support
What to Ask at a SENCO Meeting: A Calderdale Parent Guide
Got a SENCO meeting coming up? Plain-English questions to ask, how to prepare and what to do after, for SEND parents in Halifax and Calderdale.
EHCPs and SEND support
Why Occupational Therapy Is a Game-Changer for SEND Families in Halifax
How occupational therapy looks at sensory processing and everyday skills, and how SEND families in Halifax and Calderdale can find support.
School and EBSA
You're Not Failing: A Guide to Parental Burnout When Raising a Neurodivergent Child
Parental burnout when raising a neurodivergent child: the signs, why it happens, and small steps to look after yourself.
School and EBSA
How to Master the High School Move and Beat EBSA: A Guide for SEND Families
How to prepare your SEND child for the move to high school, and spot early signs of school avoidance (EBSA).
EHCPs and SEND support
The Waiting List Limbo: How to Support Your Child While Waiting for an Autism Diagnosis
Waiting for an autism diagnosis? Practical ways to support your child now, from a needs diary to talking to the school SENCO.
School and EBSA
Calderdale SEND Update: Funding Wins, Summer Support, and Navigating Local Changes
Our Calderdale SEND update: new funding, summer support and local changes for families of children with additional needs.
School and EBSA
Understanding EBSA: A Compassionate Guide to School Avoidance and Anxiety
A compassionate guide to emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA): the signs, the anxiety behind it, and gentle next steps.
School and EBSA
Calderdale SEND Update: Funding, New Schools, and Your Summer Survival Guide
Our Calderdale SEND update: new funding, new schools in Halifax and a summer survival guide for SEND families.