Question of the Week 22

If you were new to SEND, would Devon’s SEND Local Offer website help you know where to start Finding the right information early on can make a big difference, especially when families are just beginning their SEND journey. How would you answer?  Yes, it clearly shows where to start It has useful information, but I’d still…

How much do you know about Parent Carer Forum Devon and it’s role? We are Devon’s official independent Parent Carer Forum, led by parent carers of children and young people with SEND aged 0–25. Our role is to:  Listen to families from communities across Devon and gather their experiences.  Identify the common issues affecting children,…

Question of the Week Have you heard before today about the Four Cornerstones Oversight Commitee? Follow the link to find out more. React with – yes I have heard of it but did not know much about what they do – I already knew about it and had a good idea about what the committee…

Who made life a little easier for your family this week? Whether it’s a brilliant member of school staff, a helpful SEND Practitioner, someone from DIAS or a helpful member of the SEND Operations Team. give them a shout-out below! 🌟 Your experiences matter. What you share helps shape the feedback we give to schools, health services,…

With the new term just around the corner, what is your biggest concern or worry about the weeks ahead? It might be:  School or college transport Having the right placement in place Support being ready from day one New teachers, staff or routines EHCP provision actually being delivered Your child or young person coping with the transition back Communication with school,…

Before today, how familiar were you with DiAS – Devon Information Advice and Support?  I have used DiAS  I know about DiAS but haven’t used the service  I had heard the name, but wasn’t sure what DiAS did  I hadn’t heard of DiAS before today DiAS provides free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support for children…