Adulthood

All Guides Adulthood Transitioning to Adulthood is a huge milestone for any young person. In this Guide, we introduce some of the challenges & opportunities you may face… ON THIS PAGE Adulthood Transitioning to adulthood is a significant milestone for every young person, but for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), the journey […]

Annual Health Checks

All Guides AnnualHealth Checks If you’re 14 or over, and on the disability register, you can have an annual health check with your GP. Find out more in our Guide…. ON THIS PAGE Your health journey Are you or someone you care about a young person with special needs in the UK? If so, understanding […]

Hidden Disabilities

All Guides Hiddendisabilities How people treat you can have a big impact on your life. In this Guide we explore what it’s like to live with a hidden disability and how other people’s treatment can make you feel.  ON THIS PAGE Our experiences In this film we meet four pupils from Exhall Grange Specialist School […]

Employment

All Guides Employment Leaving school and getting a job is a big change. It’s natural to feel nervous about it. In this Guide we find out what it’s like finding a job and being in work.  ON THIS PAGE What work is like Sam and Ethan are pupils at Exhall Grange Specialist School in Coventry. […]

Healthcare

All Guides Visitingthe dentist Nobody likes going to the dentist. But keeping your teeth healthy is really important. In this guide, Carly finds out how dentists can support people with SEND. ON THIS PAGE Carly’s story Carly lives with mild cerebral palsy and has a learning disability and a visual impairment. She used to be […]

Travel

  All Guides Travel Traveling on public transport is an important part of independent living. But if you’ve never done it before it can be a bit scary. In this guide we’ll help you get started. ON THIS PAGE Charlie’s story When he was younger Charlie was anxious about taking public transport. These days Charlie […]