Local Offer

for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities

Whether you are a young person with a physical impairment, learning disability or any other condition, Scope's website provides information to support you.  There is also a free confidential helpline for all.

SEN Transport supports children and young people, who have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or Statement of SEN, to travel to and from school. 

Sense is a national charity that supports people who are deafblind, have sensory impairments or complex needs. Sense has extensive experience in working with parents to help them understand the needs of their child. Sense supports children from 0-18, their families and carers. "We believe that no…

Sky Badger is a charity that finds help and adventure for disabled children and their families all over the UK. The website provides information on everything from holidays, days out, education, finances, medical information etc. with links to support groups and forums.  

Positive activities and opportunities for young people with disabilities aged 12-18 years during holidays, term time evenings and weekends. Referrals for children and young people living in Merton are accepted.

A parent-led website supplying information, resources and training for parents and carers of children and young people with special needs and disabilities. SNJ aims to inform, educate and empower families so their children get the help they need.

TfL can offer advice on planning a journey using an accessible route and can provide a mentor to come with you for your first few journeys to help you gain confidence and become an independent traveller. To find out more complete the online enquiry form. TfL…

Thinking Ahead is an approach to supporting families to talk about and plan for the future, including planning for leaving school and college and thinking about adult life. There are two planning guides to give families information they may need and ideas to encourage conversations.…

The Transition Information Network is a source of information and good practice for disabled young people, families and professionals. The Network provides targeted information about transition through online resources, publications and at events. This includes education and employment information, advice and support, activities, health issues, housing…

Appointments can be made to see an advisor in person; please call the number given to request an appointment. Attendance Allowance Carers Allowance Child Tax Credit Council Tax Support Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) Housing Benefit and Local Housing Allowance Income…