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The Sherwood School

Inspire, Learn, Grow

Special Educational Needs

SEND Local Offer

Families requiring further information on the Local Offer should email enquiries to:

fsd@merton.gov.uk or localoffer@merton.gov.uk

If you do not have email access, or the enquiry is an emergency, please call 020 8274 5300 between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).

Facebook

Merton are also putting up daily Facebook posts for parents that include the most up-to- date information about services and some ideas for activities for you to do with their children. Please do like and follow the page using the link below.

Local Authority of Merton's Facebook Page

Link to Merton Local Offer for SEND

Merton Local Services Directory for Families and Young People

Parenting Information and Support

Parenting Information and Support

Speech and Language

The SpeechLink Parent Portal explains how and why it is 'good to talk'. Take a look at the online resources for tips and videos explaining how to support your child's speech and language development whilst at home.

https://speechandlanguage.info/parents/top-tips

Bereavement Support for Parents and Carers

Please see the websites below for support and guidance to support your children when there has been a bereavement. Further support can also be sought from your Health Visitor, School Nurse or GP.

JIGSAW4U (pre and post bereavement support)

CHILD BEREAVEMENT UK

CRUSE (bereavement care)

WINSTON’S WISH (website for grieving young people and their families)

CRUSE materials for Coronavirus: dealing with bereavement and grief

Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources for Parents and Carers

Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources for parents

Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources for Parents and Carers

Further Resources

Brain Parade A visual instruction app, including flash cards and picture-choosing games, for children with autism and special needs.

HelpKidzLearn A collection of games and resources designed for a range of educational needs and stages.

Inclusive Teach Downloadable teaching resources to support pupils with SEND.

Visuals2Go An all-in-one app created to support people with communication and learning difficulties. For verbal and non-verbal learners.