Get help as a young person

Find information, advice and support for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Get help as a parent carer

Groups and courses can be great ways to meet other parents and swap tips, and share resources. Find advice and information on our Local Offer.

Get help with special educational needs or disabilities outside Brighton & Hove

Find support in East Sussex and West Sussex for children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities.

Help with transport for children and young people with SEND

You may be able to get free transport to school, bus passes and discounts, free parking and taxi vouchers to help you get around.

Get social care support with special educational needs and disabilities

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

Get support with health

Find GPs, dentists, pharmacies, mental health support, charities and centres for children with special educational needs and disabilities.

Check if your child can get 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.

How early years and childcare providers support children

Nurseries, playgroups and childminders can provide advice and work with you and your child to provide support with their special educational needs or disabilities.

Health checks to find out if your child needs extra help

Scans, checks and reviews can find out if your baby has a health condition, special educational needs or a disability.