Somerset’s Graduated Response Tool

Our Graduated Response Tool sets out the provision that is ordinarily available in Somerset schools at Universal, Targeted and Specialist support levels

Autism in Schools

Helping to develop an inclusive environment which will improve the experiences of autistic young people.

Applying for school

Includes information about catchment areas and admissions policies

Schools

Education options for school aged children

Choosing a school

Your child must receive a full-time education after the age of 5

Find a school

Details of all schools, colleges and education settings in Somerset

Childcare

Find information about childcare options including early years, wraparound and short breaks

Alternative Provision Directory

For pupils experiencing difficulty accessing education as a result of their mental or physical health, permanent exclusion or special educational needs

Choosing a school

Your child must receive a full-time education after the age of 5

Find a school

Details of all schools, colleges and education settings in Somerset

Education support for young people over 16

After the age of 16 there are different options about where to study next, including academies and schools with sixth forms, and colleges

Colleges in Somerset

Colleges in Somerset where people older than 16 can do courses to learn new skills and get qualifications

Further education

Study options after you finish school

Higher education

Higher education describes post-18 learning that takes place at universities and other colleges and institutions

Education for Life Strategy

New plans to transform education in Somerset

Sensory Processing Handbook

The eight senses - guidance for professionals in Somerset

Somerset’s Graduated Response Tool

Our Graduated Response Tool sets out the provision that is ordinarily available in Somerset schools at Universal, Targeted and Specialist support levels

Somerset’s Accessibility Strategy and Schools Access Initiative

Funding that helps pupils who need bespoke and significant physical changes to a mainstream school site

School attendance and children missing education

We check to identify any child missing from education, including home visits and school attendance sweeps

Careers Education

Helping you prepare for the world of work.

Targeted education support

Support in education for children and young people with SEND as part of Somerset's Graduated Response, includes SEN Support

Autism and ADHD Pathway

What you can expect when going through the Autism and/or ADHD Assessment Pathway

Enhanced Learning Provision for Students with SEND

Promoting an effective and inclusive approach to education

Autism in Schools

Helping to develop an inclusive environment which will improve the experiences of autistic young people.

Inclusion Somerset offer of support

Guidance and support for schools where there are ongoing concerns regarding risk of exclusion

Somerset Pastoral Support Plan

The Somerset Pastoral Support Plan (PSP) provides a framework and template for responding to children and young people who present with challenging behaviour in education settings

Children at risk of exclusion – Checklist of expectations

National government guidance, legislation and local Somerset context with regard to children and young people who present with challenging behaviour and are at risk of exclusion from school.

Early Years child with Special Educational Needs and Disability – Section 23

How to notify us of an Early Years child with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND)

Somerset’s Graduated Response Tool

Our Graduated Response Tool sets out the provision that is ordinarily available in Somerset schools at Universal, Targeted and Specialist support levels

Anxiety about attending school

Some children can become anxious about going to school, their school work, friendships or bullying

The SCERTS model

Building competence in Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support

Medical Tuition

Your child’s school can make a referral for temporary ‘medical tuition’

Alternative Provision Directory

For pupils experiencing difficulty accessing education as a result of their mental or physical health, permanent exclusion or special educational needs

English as an additional language (EAL)

Effective learning opportunities for pupils who don’t use English as their first language

Specialist education support

Support in education for children and young people with significant SEND as part of Somerset's Graduated Response, includes High Needs provision or EHC Plan

Education, Health and Care plans

The process of support for children and young people who have special educational needs and disabilities

Medical Tuition

Your child’s school can make a referral for temporary ‘medical tuition’

Choosing or changing your next school or college

Exploring all the options that are available to you to see what is best suited to your needs

Applying for school

Includes information about catchment areas and admissions policies

Your future

A guide to help you to find out about the many learning opportunities available in Somerset for 16 to 19 year olds

Choosing a school

Your child must receive a full-time education after the age of 5

Find a school

Details of all schools, colleges and education settings in Somerset

Careers Education

Helping you prepare for the world of work.

Retaking exams

Options if you do not get the grades or qualifications you hoped for.

Transition between phases of education

At 11 or 13 years old a young person moves into secondary or upper school. The type of school your child attends depends on where they live in Somerset.

Over 16 student transport

You can pay for 'over 16' student transport by using the online service on this page

Apply for school transport

Information about eligibility and applying for school transport

School travel assistance for Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)

Information about school transport eligibility and SEND for compulsory school age and over 16 students

Independent Travel Training

Training for students with disabilities or SEN to be able to use transport on their own

Free school meals

See if your child qualifies for free school meals

Disability Access Fund

Money that is available to a nominated childcare provider once a year

Help with the cost of childcare

Find the right funding and help towards childcare costs for your family

High Needs Provision Capital Allocation – Somerset’s plan

Find out how we plan to use our allocation to deliver a range of improvement projects

Flexible working – parents’ rights

Information about flexible working if your child has special educational needs

Support with education costs

Funding available to meet the education needs of pupils aged 0 to 25