Articles (62)
SEND families experiences during the Covid pandemic
We wanted to capture how SEND families were experiencing the Covid pandemic and their thoughts of some of the ways we responded. Luca, Geraldine and Jodie share their stories in short video recordings. We also asked our Changemakers to co-produce a survey to understand the…Early Years Pathway for Children aged 0 to 5 with SEND (Special Educational Need or Disability)
Many children with Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) are able to access the same types of provision that are available for all children/young people. They will not require any additional resources beyond some advice or signposting to enable them to do this. Information about…The Care and Support Jargon Buster
The Care and Support Jargon Buster is a plain English guide to the most commonly used social care words and phrases and what they mean. The definitions were developed and tested by a steering group that included people who use services, carers, representatives from local…Online safety for children with SEND
How to help your child stay safe online, set up parental controls, report cyberbullying and what sexting and online grooming are. The internet is a great tool for children and young people with SEND to be part of a community. Your child can have a…The Manchester Ordinarily Available Provision for Early Years Document
The Manchester Ordinarily Available Provision document describes the range of support, strategies and activities, that is available in early years settings, to young children with additional needs without the need for a formal diagnosis or specialist support: what is available as part of the basic good practice…Sign up for the Local Offer newsletter
Sign up for the Local Offer newsletter on the Manchester City Council e-bulletin system. How to do this Put in your email address. Do the CAPTCHA and click the consent box. You have the option of creating a password but you don't need to do…Manchester's Register of Disabled Children
Manchester's Register of Disabled Children The Register is a database of children and young people aged 0-19 years with disabilities or special educational needs. The information you provide can help to assist in the planning, monitoring and development of services for disabled children and their…Get involved and have your say
You and your young person can have a say in the support and services you need. By sharing your experiences and collaborating with us and other organisations, we can make positive changes that benefit all SEND families in the city. What shall I tell you…What is the Manchester Local Offer?
This is an introduction to who we are and how we can support you, especially if you are: a parent/carer a young person up to 25 with SEND working with families and young people Watch our short film about Manchester Local Offer.