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Personal Assistants

Welcome to the Bedford Borough Personal Assistant Hub! This is a brand new page which we have coproduced with our Parent Carer Forum to hold all of the information regarding Personal Assistants (PA's) in one place. Here you will find out more information regarding 'What…

Training round up for parents/carers

Following feedback we now provide round up of all training for the next two months available for SEND parents/carers in Bedford Borough.

Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties Guidance

This Dyslexia Guidance was co-produced with parents and carers of children with dyslexia, young people with dyslexia and professionals working in the field of dyslexia. The original document was created by Cambridge Local Authority and has been adapted to mete the needs of the Bedford…

What is Sensory Processing?

This is the ability to register, discriminate, adapt and respond appropriately, both physically and emotionally to sensory input from our bodies and the environment. We receive a great deal of information from our senses. We use this information in many ways – to help us…

Joint Commissioning

Joint Commissioning is a strategic approach to planning and delivering services in a holistic, joined-up way. It is a means for the different partners commissioning education, health and care provision, to deliver positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Bedford Borough Council, Bedfordshire Clinical Commissioning…

Assessment and diagnosis of autism: what to expect A quick guide for young people and their families

Assessment and diagnosis of autism: what to expect A quick guide for young people and their families Jump to: Why assessment is offered? Arranging assessment During assessment After assessment Information and support Further information More than 1 in 100 people are autistic. This affects people in…

SEND support and provision guidance (Graduated Response)

School Age All children and young people are entitled to an education that is appropriate to their needs, promotes high standards and provides them with opportunity to reach their potential, allowing them to achieve their best, become confident individuals and make a successful transition to…

SEND Glossary

Is there a term, word or Acronym. that you need clarification on please use the SEND glossary below. If you we missed a term, word or Acronym please let us know by emailing local.offer@bedford.gov.uk A Academy – a publicly funded school which operates outside of local authority…

What is a learning disability?

What is a Learning disability? A learning disability can affect the way a person understands information and how they communicate. This means they can have ongoing difficulties with; understanding new or complex information learning new skills coping independently A learning disability happens when a person's…

Children's Centres

Whether you are a mum, dad, grandparent, family member or carer, your local children's centre provides a range of services from pregnancy to five years in a fun, family friendly and safe environment. Activities vary from fun play sessions to family support and include: Access to…

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