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Children and Families
Find information on national and local organisations, services and activities for families, children and young people and the practitioners supporting them. This includes details of childcare providers (Childminders, Day Nurseries, Playgroups, etc) in Manchester.Access to computers and help to get online
Would you like to know about accessing services online including the Local Offer, but do not have access to a computer or the internet or would like help? Click on this link to find your nearest library, community centre, or computer club. Alternatively if you…Disagreement Resolution and Mediation Services in Manchester
Most disagreements can be sorted out by talking with the school, college, local authority, or Clinical Commissioning Group. Sometimes it can be difficult to reach agreement and SENDIASS Manchester. SENDIASS Manchester can help by providing impartial information, advice and support. Where issues can still not be resolved,…Information and advice on Apprenticeships
Information regarding funding high needs students on apprenticeships can be found in the funding principles for 2015/16. Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are also another option for high needs students. High needs funding for apprentices is met by the EFA through the SFA’s apprenticeship funding methodology, in summary…Short Breaks
Manchester City Council provides a range of Short Break services for disabled children and young people with Special Educational Needs, rare disorders and chronic medical conditions age 0 - 17 years inclusive.You can also view our range of Short Break Approved Providers, which you can contact…Skills for Life
Skills for Life is a universal approach which aims to raise the profile of skills so that for children and young people know when and where they are developing these vital skills for life. The five key skills are : Communication Problem Solving Self-belief (including…Stuff to do
Here is a selection of activities that are free or low cost for families with children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) living in the Manchester City Council area. The SEND Community Offer - Families living in the Manchester City Council area can access free…Early Help Practitioners Zone
Effective Early Help is essential to improve the life chances of Manchester’s children, young people and their families. The aim of the Manchester Early Help Service is to build capacity in communities that will prevent crime, support education and enterprise, and keep children, young people…Sign up for the Local Offer newsletter
To get the Local Offer Newsletter, you need to sign up on the Manchester City Council e-bulletin system. 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…