At Bristol Steiner school we believe every child shouldbe given the opportunity to reach their full potential, or some children and
their families this may mean accessing additional support and services funded by the Local authority.

The Bristol local offer is an online hub which outlines the entitlements of children and parents and sets outhow families can find, and fund, services for children and young people with SEND.

Early intervention and support for children who have a specialeducational need or disability can be vital in ensuring they are able to live a full and happy life, early support is known to improve wellbeing for SEN children and their families.

What sort of support can I find through the Bristol Local offer?
 

Information on services available to everybody, such as schools and children’s healthcare.

Information on short term support and services for children and young people without an Educational, Health and Care plan.

Information on specialist services and longer-term specialised support for children with SEND.

Where to find more information about the local offer and SEND support-

Log onto- https://www.bristol.gov.uk/bristol-local-offer

PARENT SUPPORT AND ADVICE

Bristol’s SEND Information, Advice and Support Service is SEND And You. They can becontacted by phone (0117 9897725) or email (support@sendandyou.org.uk

The Families, Local Offer, Resources and Advice (FLORA) team provide information and advice for children and youngpeople with additional needs and their parents and carers. They can be contacted by phone (0117 352 6020) or email (flora@bristol.gov.uk)

Or speak to-

Lorraine Swords (Headteacher and Main School SENDCO) via reception@bristolsteinerschool.org.

Emma Odeh (Kindergarten SENDCO) emmaodeh@bristolsteinerschool.org