Open meeting on plans for new SEN strategy

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You may have heard that the Local Authority is looking to develop an “Inclusive Learning Strategy”, which will set out strategic objectives in relation to the education of children and young people (0-19) with additional needs in all of Sheffield’s schools – mainstream, special, IRs, etc. Officers will present a paper outlining the need for such a strategy to the Council Cabinet on the 26th of May, and ask for permission to consult with all stakeholders on the development of the strategy.

 

Parents and carers of disabled children are invited to learn more about (and to comment on!) the Authority’s proposals at a meeting organised by Sheffield’s Inclusive Learning Services.

The meeting will take place on the 11th of May, from 11am to 12.30pm, at the Megacentre (Bernard Road, Sheffield S2 5BQ).

 

So many parents of disabled children in Sheffield have concerns about education-related issues, such as school support, funding, statementing, transitions, school placements, specialist services, etc., so please come along and have your say. Please contact the parental Engagement Team on 0114 2053902 or email [email protected] to book a place. Childcare and travel expenses will be reimbursed.

 

A summary of the cabinet paper will be published a few days before the meeting (by 7th May at the latest) - please keep checking the website of the Parent Carer Forum (http://www.sheffieldinterimforum.org.uk) for more information.