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The SEND System in Sutton

This page explains how the SEND system works in Sutton, who may be involved in supporting your child or young person, and where to go for help.

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  • How the SEND system works

  • Education support

  • Health support

  • Social care support

  • Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)

  • Working together

  • Getting help and advice

How the SEND system works

Children and young people with SEND may receive support from education, health and social care services.

Most needs can be met through support that is available within nurseries, schools, colleges and health services. Some children and young people may require more specialist support.

The SEND Local Offer brings together information about services available in Sutton for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND and their families.

Education support

Education settings are responsible for identifying and supporting children and young people with SEND.

Key people may include:

  • Teachers

  • Early Years practitioners

  • SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators)

  • Headteachers and senior leaders

  • Governors and trustees

Find out more in our Education Support section.

Health support

Health professionals may help identify, assess and support a child's needs.

Depending on circumstances this may include:

  • GPs

  • Health visitors

  • School nursing services

  • Therapists

  • Community paediatricians

  • Mental health services

Find out more in our Health Support section.

Social Care support

Some children, young people and families may benefit from social care support.

This can include:

  • Family support services

  • Short breaks

  • Social workers

  • Advocacy services

  • Preparing for adulthood support

Find out more in our Social Care Support section.

Working together

Effective SEND support relies on education, health and social care services working in partnership with children, young people and their families.

Children, young people and parents should be involved in decisions about support and planning wherever possible.

Getting help and advice

If you are unsure where to start, you can find help here:

In this topic

  • Glossary of SEND Terms

    This page provides a glossary of terms that are often used when talking about supporting children and young people with SEND.

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  • Key Contacts in the Local Area across Education, Health and Social Care

    Find out more about key contacts in Cognus and the London Borough of Sutton.

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  • SEND and Alternative Provision Local Area Governance

    Find out more about those who work on SEND in Sutton.

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  • SEND Code of Practice

    Read an online summary of the SEND Code of Practice.

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