For Parents and Carers

Welcome to our homepage for Parents and Carers!

We understand that finding and securing the right services/support for your child’s needs can feel overwhelming and difficult. That is why we are here to help you.

Watch the video to learn more about what our service can offer you.

Testimonials for West Berkshire SENDIASS

"My son has SEN, without your signposting, he wouldn't have been able to get back into Education. We are so thankful for your help."
Anonymous
2019
"The lady I spoke to was wonderful she really gave me the confidence to speak to the nursery my son goes to and from that point in everything just seemed to slot into place."
Anonymous
2019
"The advisor came and supported me at our review meeting which I was great, she gave me help and advice when I needed it and nothing was too much trouble. I am very grateful for her being there and helping me understand the process."
Anonymous
2019

What can we help you with?

  • Listening to and answering your SEND queries
  • Understanding and filling in forms
  • Writing letters and reports
  • Support, preparation, and advocacy for meetings
  • Signposting you to relevant local and national services
  • Informing you of your legal rights under SEN law
  • Disability discrimination cases
  • Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Resolving disagreements, including mediation and tribunals
  • Links to local support groups and forums
  • Empowering you to make your own decisions with the information provided
  • Ongoing confidential and impartial support via phone, email, and face-to-face meetings
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How to make a self referral to us

We have no formal referral process to allow ease of access for parents. All you need to do is contact us via any of the methods on our “Contact Us” page (preferably email), and provide all of the following details. This will help speed up the process of answering queries:

  • Parent/Carer full name
  • Parent/Carer email address
  • Parent/Carer phone number
  • Parent/Carer home address and postcode
  • Child's full name
  • Child's gender
  • Child's date of birth
  • Child's ethnicity
  • Child's home address and postcode if different
  • Child's education setting (e.g. name of nursery, school, college)
  • Child's needs (e.g. diagnoses, SEN, suspected conditions, disabilities)
  • Reason for referral/outline of enquiry

Parent Support

Learn more about support groups and forums in your area.

Respite & Taking a Break

Find out what care and respite services are available for your child in your area.

Preparing for Adulthood

Find out about what services are available to help your child become more independent.

Education

Having difficulties with your child’s education? Learn more about what you can access and how to resolve problems here.

Everything to do with EHCPs

Find out everything you need to know about Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)

Health & Therapies

Concerned about your child’s physical and/or mental health? Learn about what they are entitled to here.