Type of service: Parent partnerships, Parent partnerships, Family support and information services

Service URL: http://www.stockton.gov.uk

The main aim of this service is to help parents have access to support and information regarding their child's Special Educational Needs. The Parent Partnership Officer can offer support and advice to parents during the Statutory Assessment process: Parents can also contact the Parent Partnership Officer even if their child is not given an Education, Health and Care Plan or known to the SEN support services. The Parent Partnership Officer can assist parents if they are thinking about taking a case to a Special Educational Needs Tribunal. This service does not offer representation at tribunal hearings but can put you in touch with other agencies that do offer this. The service supports young people with special needs up to the age of 25.

Aimed at: Adolescent , Child , Parent/carer of a child, Parent/carer of a young person, Young person

Specialisms: Generic