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A “radical overhaul” of Special Education Needs (SEND) system is needed, according to a June 2023 report from the Children’s Commissioners. Through this report they expressed concerns about the lack of support for children with special educational needs.
40% of families of children with SEND say they can’t access the support they need. This urgently needs to change as without the right support in both care and education many of the most severely disabled children are falling through the gaps.
These children have the potential to communicate, be independent, and go onto employment in areas they are passionate about. But instead, this becomes a distant dream, as families must put all their effort into getting their child’s basic needs met.
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At Seashell we are working to change this! We work with the most severely disabled children and young adults from across the UK and their families. We know with the right support they can thrive. We provide specialist care and education in our state-of-the-art school, college, and residential homes meaning that the children and young adults who come to Seashell can get the tools they need to succeed.
Isaac’s life has completely transformed since coming to Seashell. He is now able to express himself, and communicate more confidently, using a combination of spoken words, signing and high-tech communication devices. He can let people know how he is feeling, when he needs a break, or if he is feeling pain. He has now left college and is employed as a chef with an exciting future in front of him. For Isaac, Seashell has been simply life changing.
A great education for many children and young adults with complex disabilities, is the chance to learn how to advocate for yourself, it means gaining independence and a chance to defy expectations and gain meaningful employment. Sign up to make sure that disability education is made a priority.