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Resources
Knowledge is power—and for SEND parents and carers, staying informed is one of the most effective ways to advocate for your child or young person.
Understanding your options can help you feel confident, supported, and empowered to make decisions that truly reflect your family's needs.
We have put together links to information, organisations and services to support you every step of the way.
Our Polices
Please click the link below to access our policies, which outline how Derby SEND Voice operates and supports our community. These policies reflect our commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and safeguarding, and ensure we remain accountable in everything we do. We encourage all visitors, partners, and parent carers to take a moment to read through them.
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Acronyms
Professionals in the SEND world often use a sea of acronyms
EHCP, SALT, CAMHS, SENCO,
leaving many parent carers feeling confused and out of the loop. It can feel like you need a dictionary just to keep up! Please view our ever-evolving list of SEND acronyms to help you feel informed, equipped, and confident when speaking with professionals.
ABCD
The Local Offer
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The Local Offer provides information for children and young people with SEND and their families, about available support services in their area.
Find information from the Local Authority on early years, schools, health support, transport, leisure activities, services that help young people move towards independence and more.
SENDIASS
Please click the link below to access our policies, which outline how Derby SEND Voice operates and supports our community. These policies reflect our commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and safeguarding, and ensure we remain accountable in everything we do. We encourage all visitors, partners, and parent carers to take a moment to read through them.
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FamilyHubs
The Local Offer provides information for children and young people with SEND and their families, about available support services in their area.
Find information from the Local Authority on early years, schools, health support, transport, leisure activities, services that help young people move towards independence and more.
CAMHS
Professionals in the SEND world often use a sea of acronyms
EHCP, SALT, CAMHS, SENCO,
leaving many parent carers feeling confused and out of the loop. It can feel like you need a dictionary just to keep up! Please view our ever-evolving list of SEND acronyms to help you feel informed, equipped, and confident when speaking with professionals.
