Home » Advice for parents and carers Advice for parents and carers Confidential support and advice for parents and carers We can provide impartial help on a range of topics, including: Communicating with schoolTips and ideas to help you have open, honest and positive relationships with your child’s school. Read more Refusing to go to schoolAdvice to help you feel more able to deal with school refusal and help to feel more in control and informed. Read more Choosing the right schoolIdeas and advice to help you feel more confident in choosing the right mainstream or specialist school for your child. Read more What schools should doUnderstand what schools have to do to support children and young people who have identified SEND needs. Read more Assessing needsIf you have concerns about your child’s development, it’s important to understand who to talk to. Read more Health and careSome children who have additional needs will benefit from extra help and support from health and social care services. Read more Mental healthTips, advice and support to help you have good mental health which will help you relax and enjoy your life more. Read more Moving to adult servicesDisabled people over 18 years old have their learning, care and support needs met by adult services. Read more School transportLearn about who is eligible for school transport and the range of options available to all children and young people. Read more Excluded from schoolChildren with SEND are much more likely to be excluded from school than their classmates – see what your rights are. Read more The lawUnderstanding the law will help you in your journey through special educational needs and disabilities system. Read more VideosInformation, advice and support provided in video format to help you understand key parts of the world of SEND. Read more We are impartial which means we can meet you in private and won’t take sides –no-one will be told about the things we talk about unless you give us permission.