About special educational needs and disabilities

Use this guide to find more information and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Children learn at different speeds and in different ways. Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have learning difficulties or disabilities that make it harder for them to learn than most children of the same age.

If you think your child has a special educational need or disability, find out what you should do to get them assessed and get additional support in school.

Get help with your child's progress