Special and additional educational needs

 
 

Parent Partnership

Parent Partnership logoWHAT DOES WESTMINSTER PARENT PARTNERSIP SERVICE DO?

 

Westminster Parent Partnership Service assists parents, schools, Children’s Services, voluntary organisations and other agencies to work together to support the education of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Information for Parents

The Enquiry Service is open to all parents who have questions about their child’s special educational needs and who would like impartial information or a confidential discussion.


Training for Parents

Short Courses are offered  for parents who would like opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills to communicate effectively with schools and services to support the education of their child who has a Statement of Special Educational Need

Workshops are offered for parents of children with disabilities and learning difficulties who want to understand more about how they can support their child’s development and learning


Resource File for Schools

  • Guidance on duties to provide information on the education of children with special educational needs
  • Information to help signpost  parents to potentially helpful individuals and organisations
  • Training in good practice in providing information for parents


Advice and assistance for Children’s Services, voluntary organisations and other agencies who work with children with special educational needs and their families

  • Attendance at parent support groups
  • Joint appointments with parents
  • Feedback from parents on service delivery
  • Information about roles and responsibilities in relation to children’s special educational needs

Westminster Parent Partnership has no formal referral process. Parents are invited to get in touch as and when they think the Service may be useful. Schools and Services are encouraged to pass details to parents so they can decide if they wish to make contact.

Contact details for Westminster Parent Partnership Service:


    Email: parentpartnership@westminster.gov.uk