What is SEND and the Local Offer

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What is SEND 

A special educational need or disability (SEND) can affect a child's ability to learn. 

It can affect their: 

  • behaviour or ability to socialise. For example, they struggle to make friends 
  • reading and writing. For example, because they have dyslexia 
  • ability to understand things 
  • concentration levels 
  • physical ability

Who you can talk to 

If you think your child may have SEN, contact the SEN co-ordinator (SENCo) in your child’s school or nursery. 

Our SEND Information, Advice and Support Service can provide help and support. 

Support your child can receive 

Your child's school should be able to provide SEN support. 

If your child has more complex needs, they may need an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan. 

Barnet’s SEND Local Offer 

Our Local Offer provides information about services in Barnet, for children and young people with SEND and their families. 

You can get help with: