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Twenty minute videos on SEN provision for children/young people moving to secondary school in Bedford Borough

To help get a better of understanding of support for SEN children and families each of the secondary schools in Bedford Borough have recorded a 20 minute recording to give a bit of insight into SEN Provision in there setting. These recordings are ideal…

Support and guidance for parents/carers for my SEND child/young person having issues at school/college

Frequently Asked Questions - Tribunals

The First-tier Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and Disability) (the “SEND Tribunal”) is an independent national tribunal which hears parents’ and young people’s appeals against LA decisions about the special educational needs of children and young people.

Frequently Asked Questions - Mediation

Bedford Borough Parent Carers Forum have collated the most frequently asked questions about mediation . Two of the most common questions are, is mediation worth it and are the Local Authority just offering mediation so they do not have to provide a service. Fuller answers…

What to do if I don't agree with a decision

Most children with SEN will have their needs met by schools and local authorities. If things go wrong, it is possible to use informal and formal complaints procedures to improve the situation. This information is about what you can do if your child has special…

Part Time Timetables - Frequently Asked Questions

The Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum have collated the most frequently asked questions in regards to the use of part time tables. The below answers have been provided by Bedford Borough Children’s Services, Inclusion Support Team in co-production with the Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum.…

Qualifications and Course Levels

There are many ways that young people can gain experience and knowledge, prepare themselves for the world of work and develop independence skills. Academic Qualifications - a formal style of learning based more on theory than practical activities. Examples are GCSE's and A Levels. Vocational…

Other Education Providers

There are education providers who offer an informal study environment in smaller groups. You can find out more information on these providers below.

Further Education Colleges

Further education (FE) colleges provide a range of courses suitable for students of all abilities and interests. Most colleges will also offer specialist entry level supported learning courses that focus on developing basic skills and life skills. You can find more information on local colleges…

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