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Alternative education provision (AP) refers to education that a child or young person receives away from their school, arranged by the Local Authority or by the schools themselves.
Preparing for Adulthood
Leaving school and moving into adulthood can be a challenging time for all young people, especially for those with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND). It’s never too early to think about preparing for adulthood and what this period of transition may involve, ensuring that…
Individual Health Care Plans in Schools Update from the Bedfordshire and Luton School Nursing Team
Children and young people who have been identified as having a long-term health condition requiring support in school (including support in an emergency situation) will have an Individual Health Care Plan. An Individual Health Care Plan is a written document that specifies what sort of help…
ADHD Medication in Schools - An Update from the Bedfordshire and Luton Community Paediatrics Service
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting 5% of the UK population (approximately 1 in 30). The three main features of ADHD are Inattention, Hyperactivity, and Impulsivity. However, not all children and young people with ADHD will experience challenges in all these areas. NICE (National Institute…
Holiday Activities and Food Programme 2024
What is HAF? The Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) is a nation-wide programme, funded by the Department for Education (DfE), enabling statutory school aged children in receipt of benefit related free school meals, to access FREE clubs and activities during the Easter, summer and…
Sleep and tiredness after having a baby
It is perfectly natural to feel sleep deprived, exhausted and like you are running on empty after having a baby, but that doesn’t make it any easier! Many parents cite the lack of sleep as one of the hardest parts of adjusting to having a…
Money Roundup -benefits and grants
Benefits Are you claiming all the benefits you are entitled to? Martin Lewis Martin Money Tips advises “If you have an income of less than £30,000 and you are struggling, it is worth spending ten minutes on a benefits calculator Benefits Calculator https://localoffer.bedford.gov.uk/kb5/bedford/directory/service.page?id=GMuG8ibs71c For information…
Bedford Borough Summer of SEND 2024
Guess what back! The #SummerOfSEND in 2024. We are kicking off a week earlier to include all the wonderful half term activities and the Be Active Inclusive Sports day providing children and young people with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) the opportunity to take…