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Decisions that need to be made at each age

1Things to consider

Including education, health, social care, transport and travel, finance and benefits

  1. At year 9 (age 13 to 14)
  2. At year 10 (age 14 to 15)
  3. At year 11 (age 15 to 16)
  4. At years 12 and 13 (age 17 to 19)
  5. For young adults (age 19 to 25)

    Education

    You may feel you need extra help to take your exams in year 11. Talk to your SENCO or Examinations Officer at school as soon as possible about Exam Access Arrangements.

    Access arrangements may include:

    • extra time
    • a computer
    • a smaller individual room

    They are based on evidence of need, the normal way of working in the classroom and must be suited to the student and the exam. These normal ways of working  must be in place from the start of the course.

    Transport and travel

    You might want to think about Independent Travel Training. This gives you the confidence and skills to travel to and from school or college on your own.

    See Independent Travel Training for more information.

    Last updated: December 23, 2025

    Next review due: June 23, 2026

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