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West Berkshire SENDIASS We are West Berkshire's impartial 'Special Educational Needs & Disability Information, Advice & Support Service' (SENDIASS).

Dedicated to empowering parents, carers, and young people to take an active, informed role in decisions about education & support.

📚 Masking In School 📚🟢 Does your child or young person come home from school feeling distressed and overwhelmed, but the...
26/07/2025

📚 Masking In School 📚

🟢 Does your child or young person come home from school feeling distressed and overwhelmed, but the school reports they’re doing "fine" with no concerns? If this sounds familiar, your child may be masking their needs at school.

📑 We have a factsheet on our website with helpful information and strategies to support your child - Find it here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/WB-Masking-in-School.pdf

📚 What Alternative Education Provisions Are Available for a Child Experiencing EBSA? 📚🟢 The Local Authority (LA) has an ...
26/07/2025

📚 What Alternative Education Provisions Are Available for a Child Experiencing EBSA? 📚

🟢 The Local Authority (LA) has an ABSOLOUTE legal obligation to provide suitable, full-time alternative education for children of compulsory school age who, due to illness, exclusion, or other reasons, are unable to receive appropriate education unless alternative arrangements are made. This requirement applies regardless of whether or not your child has an EHC Plan.

📑 Read our factsheet for further guidance on what alternative provision looks like and how it works here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/WB-Alternative-Provision-School-AnxietyEBSA.pdf

📚 Understanding EBSA: The Impact of Emotionally Based School Absence 📚🔴 Did you know that many students avoid school due...
25/07/2025

📚 Understanding EBSA: The Impact of Emotionally Based School Absence 📚

🔴 Did you know that many students avoid school due to emotional and mental health challenges?

🔴 This is known as Emotionally Based School Avoidance/Absence (EBSA). It's a significant issue affecting nearly 3 in 10 secondary school pupils.

🔴 EBSA can stem from anxiety, bullying, family difficulties, and more. It’s crucial for schools and parents, to work together to support these students and help them overcome these difficulties.

📑 Find our 'What Is Emotionally Based School Absence (EBSA)' here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/WB-Emotionally-Based-School-Absence-FULL-RESOURCE.pdf


24/07/2025

Summer fun at Newbury Library! ✨🌱

Join us for the Story Garden—a fantastic line-up of creative activities for children, including:

Story Writing Workshop (Ages 7-11): Wed 6 Aug, 10:30am–12pm (booking essential)

Story Garden Crafts (Ages 3+): Wed 13 & 27 Aug, 10am–12pm (drop-in, £1 donation suggested)

Storytime & Colouring (All ages): Wed 20 Aug & 3 Sept, 10–10:45am (drop-in, £1 donation suggested)

Let imaginations grow with stories, crafts, and colouring—all inspired by the great outdoors! 🌳

For more information and booking details, please visit: https://booking.westberks.gov.uk/library_events.html

All sessions at Newbury Library. See you there!

📅 Is your child due for an EHCP Annual Review? 📅🟢 We've created a simple step-by-step flow chart to help you navigate th...
24/07/2025

📅 Is your child due for an EHCP Annual Review? 📅

🟢 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 — from planning the meeting to what happens after.

📑 You can download the flow chart here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Annual-Review-Flow-Chart.pdf

💻 Our webinar, 'Annual Review of an EHC Plan' is available to watch here 👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTlLU2bcFkQ

📚 How Does Emotionally Based School Absence (EBSA) Affect a Child’s Learning? 📚🟢EBSA can lead to children and young peop...
24/07/2025

📚 How Does Emotionally Based School Absence (EBSA) Affect a Child’s Learning? 📚

🟢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.

📑 Read our factsheet 'How EBSA Affects A Child's Learning' here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/WB-How-School-AnxietyEBSA-affects-a-childs-learning.pdf

📚 Choosing a Secondary School 📚🟢 Choosing a school for your child can be a big decision — and even more challenging when...
23/07/2025

📚 Choosing a Secondary School 📚

🟢 Choosing a school for your child can be a big decision — and even more challenging when your child has a disability or special educational needs.

📑 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 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/WB-Choosing-a-School-Secondary-QA.docx

💻 Our webinar, 'Choosing a Nursery, School, or College for your child with SEN' is available to watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/5FOKfrku9mY

📚 Choosing a Primary School 📚🟢 Choosing a school for your child can be a big decision — and even more challenging when y...
23/07/2025

📚 Choosing a Primary School 📚

🟢 Choosing a school for your child can be a big decision — and even more challenging when your child has a disability or special educational needs.

📑 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 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/WB-Choosing-a-School-Primary-QA.docx

💻 Our webinar, 'Choosing a Nursery, School, or College for your child with SEN' is available to watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/5FOKfrku9mY

🏫 How Schools Can Help Your Child with School Anxiety (EBSA) 🏫🟢 If your child is finding it hard to go to school becaus...
22/07/2025

🏫 How Schools Can Help Your Child with School Anxiety (EBSA) 🏫

🟢 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 different—but with the right support, school can feel like a safer, more manageable place again.

📑 You can find our full resource 'How school should help the child' here https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/WB-How-school-should-help-School-AnxietyEBSA.pdf

📚 How can parents and school work together? 📚🟢 If your child is struggling with school anxiety or avoidance, know you're...
21/07/2025

📚 How can parents and school work together? 📚

🟢 If your child is struggling with school anxiety or avoidance, know you're not alone—and there is support available. With early intervention and a collaborative approach, children can overcome school anxiety and thrive.

🟢 Find the full fact sheet and tips here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/WB-How-can-parents-and-school-work-together-School-AnxietyEBSA.pdf

🤝 Are you a parent or carer of a young person aged 16-25 and looking for support from West Berkshire SENDIASS on their b...
20/07/2025

🤝 Are you a parent or carer of a young person aged 16-25 and looking for support from West Berkshire SENDIASS on their behalf? 🤝

🟢 If a parent or carer wishes to contact the service on behalf of a young person over the age of 16, we will need the young person's consent to work with their parent or carer.

🟢 Consent is required because, once a young person reaches the end of compulsory school age (the end of the academic year in which they turn 16), certain rights to make decisions about their education, health, and social care transfer from the parent to the young person.

📑 To find out more about SENDIASS Support for Children and Young People, read our factsheet here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/West-Berks-Factsheet-Support-for-Children-and-Young-People.pdf

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