Services in Children and Families (964)
Education, Health and Care Plans
What is an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan?An EHC plan describes your child’s special educational needs (SEN) and the help they will get to meet them. An EHC plan also includes any health and care provision that is needed. It is a legal document…Elective Home Education: Advice and Information
If you are educating your child from home, or thinking about it - The following areas will be able to provide information and advice: Home Education Advisory Service Manchester City Council WebsiteEmotional and mental wellbeing
This information is part of the Local Offer SEND Information Hub. Here is a list of local and national organisations to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of parents/carers and the children they care for. For under 25s, see the Young people section.Family Information Service (FIS) - Early Education and Childcare
The Family Information Service provides details of Childcare Providers in Manchester, including registered childminders who offer care in their own home, private nurseries, playgroups and Ofsted registered out of school provision.Free Early Education for all 3 and 4 year olds in Manchester
All 3 and 4 year olds in Manchester are eligible to receive 15 hours of free early education each week during term time. Full details can be found on our main website.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…Guidance for new parent carers
Having a child with special educational needs and/or disability (SEND) can affect all areas of life. The good news is, there is a lot of support. It is just knowing where to find it, which is why we have created this section. Just as importantly, it…Household matters
This information is part of the Local Offer SEND Information Hub.