Teenagers and young adults

Contact your child's nursery, playgroup, childminder, school, college or Amaze, our local Information, Advice and Support service.

How to get support provided by our council, called social care, for children and young people 0 to 25 years old.

Schools will work with you and your child to provide support with their special educational needs or disabilities.

Your child's school or college may be able to apply for funding to support your child with special educational needs and disabilities.

How to apply for school in Brighton & Hove and what to do if your child has an education, health and care (EHC) plan.

Most children and young people who have special educational needs or disabilities get the support they need from their childcare provider, school or college without an EHC plan.

You may be able to apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) to cover some of the extra costs with difficulties you have.

Where to find fun activities in Brighton & Hove and accessibility information for local cinemas, restaurants and hotels.

Learn more about what a short break is, the types of short breaks available, and how to use direct payments to pay for short breaks.

Get in touch with one of our teams for help and information.