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Southampton SEND IASS
Southampton SEND IASS13 hours ago
πŸ“… Is your child due for an EHCP Annual Review? πŸ“…

πŸ”΄ We’ve created a simple step-by-step flow chart to help you navigate the Annual Review of an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Whether you’re new to the process or just need a refresher, this visual guide breaks down each stage β€” from planning the meeting to what happens after.

πŸ“‘ You can download the flow chart here πŸ‘‰ https://www.southamptonsendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Annual-Review-Flow-Chart.pdf

πŸ’» Our webinar, ‘Annual Review of an EHC Plan’ is available to watch here πŸ‘‰https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He2qAKN4DKg
Southampton SEND IASS
Southampton SEND IASS15 hours ago
πŸ“š How Does Emotionally Based School Absence (EBSA) Affect a Child’s Learning? πŸ“š

πŸ”΄ EBSA can lead to children and young people avoiding school altogether or missing significant amounts of school time – This can have a profound impact on their learning and development. They may fall behind academically and miss out on important lessons, leading to gaps in their education.

πŸ“‘ Read our factsheet ‘How EBSA Affects A Child’s Learning’ here πŸ‘‰ https://www.southamptonsendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SO-How-School-AnxietyEBSA-affects-a-childs-learning.pdf
Southampton SEND IASS
Southampton SEND IASS2 days ago
πŸ“š Choosing a Secondary School πŸ“š

πŸ”΄ Choosing a school for your child can be a big decision β€” and even more challenging when your child has a disability or special educational needs.

πŸ“‘ We’ve created a helpful factsheet packed with tips on what to consider when choosing a school, along with a free printable question grid designed to support parents and carers of primary-age children through the process. You can access the factsheet and question grid here πŸ‘‰ https://www.southamptonsendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SO-Choosing-a-School-Secondary-QA.docx

πŸ’» Our webinar, ‘Choosing a Nursery, School, or College for your child with SEN’ is available to watch here πŸ‘‰ https://youtu.be/3EfJPLK8p4Q
Southampton SEND IASS
Southampton SEND IASS2 days ago
πŸ“š Choosing a Primary School πŸ“š

πŸ”΄ Choosing a school for your child can be a big decision β€” and even more challenging when your child has a disability or special educational needs.

πŸ“‘ We’ve created a helpful factsheet packed with tips on what to consider when choosing a school, along with a free printable question grid designed to support parents and carers of primary-age children through the process. You can access the factsheet and question grid here πŸ‘‰ https://www.southamptonsendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SO-Choosing-a-School-Primary-QA.docx

πŸ’» Our webinar, ‘Choosing a Nursery, School, or College for your child with SEN’ is available to watch here πŸ‘‰ https://youtu.be/3EfJPLK8p4Q
Southampton SEND IASS
Southampton SEND IASS3 days ago
🏫 How Schools Can Help Your Child with School Anxiety (EBSA) 🏫

πŸ”΄ If your child is finding it hard to go to school because of anxiety, there are ways schools can help. It starts with understanding and support. Every child is differentβ€”but with the right support, school can feel like a safer, more manageable place again.

πŸ“‘ You can find our full resource ‘How school should help the child’ here πŸ‘‰
https://www.southamptonsendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SO-How-school-should-help-School-AnxietyEBSA.pdf
Southampton SEND IASS
Southampton SEND IASS4 days ago
πŸ“š How can parents and school work together? πŸ“š

πŸ”΄ If your child is struggling with school anxiety or avoidance, know you’re not aloneβ€”and there is support available. With early intervention and a collaborative approach, children can overcome school anxiety and thrive.

πŸ“‘ Find the full ‘How Can Parents And School Work Together’ factsheet and tips here πŸ‘‰ https://www.southamptonsendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SO-How-can-parents-and-school-work-together-School-AnxietyEBSA.pdf