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Directory resultsTransition 16-25
Transition describes the move from children’s services to adult services. This can involve leaving school, transferring from children and family services to adult social care services, and/or transferring from paediatric services to adult health services, it can also involve leaving college and moving to employment. Family…
Social and Activity Clubs
There's no need to feel lonely and isolated at home - there are lots of social and activity clubs which provide opportunities for you to get out, meet new friends and take part in activities you enjoy. Many clubs and groups are for people of…
Jargon Buster
Jargon Buster Academy - An independently run school that receives government funding. Many academies have converted from maintained schools. Academies may be run by businesses, other schools, charities or voluntary groups. Academies are not controlled by the local authority and have a lot of freedom…
Nursery Schools & Classes
Nursery School and Classes are open term time only, please see below to find out more. For infor mation on day nurseries visit our advice & guidance page Nurseries . Page reviewed January 2020
Help from your GP
Caring can take a toll on your own health and wellbeing so it is especially important to look after yourself. It is important you identify yourself as a carer to your GP Practice so they are aware of your situation and can offer extra support if…
Childcare for Children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities in Reading
OFSTED registered childcare, is available in Reading for children with special educational needs and or disabilities (SEND). Reviewed September 2020
SEND Definitions - Areas of Special Educational Needs/Disabilities
The related links on this page will provide guidance of some of the SEND definitions that are commonly asked about by parents/carers and professionals. Updated October 2020
SEND News, Information & Workshops/Courses
Keeping families up to date with changes is important, along with interesting and informative news items… SEND News, Information & Workshops/Courses Disability News Service Easy Read Online Easy News - Easy News is the first news magazine designed to be accessible for people with learning disabilities…
Independent Living
Independent Living Leaving Home Are you ready to leave home? As you leave school and become an adult you might start thinking about leaving home. It is important to think about how independent you are before you leave home. You will need to think about…
Housing grants and loans
The Council offers a variety of grants for people on low incomes to help ensure homes in Reading meet the decent homes standard. For details of all grants and loans visit www.reading.gov.uk/homeimprovementgrants or call the Council’s Private Sector Housing Team on 0118 937 2562. Home…