Workshops & Info sessions
Does your child have a Special Educational Need or disability? Do you, your child or young person, have questions about their education? Unsure what to do?
IASK News
We attended the launch of PACT
Kent Parents and Carers Together (PACT) (kentpact.org.uk)
A forum for parents and carers of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within Kent local authority. PACT's aim is to make sure that services provided by education, health and care meet the needs of children with SEND and their families.
Kent PACT is a way to empower you as parents and carers and enable you to have your say. The combined voices of Kent PACT are fed into how services are designed and delivered in Kent. We are part of a National Network of Parent Carer Forums and are supported by parent led charities that you may know in your local area.
Educational Pathways and Work Outcomes of Disabled Young People in England
Educational Pathways and Work Outcomes of Disabled Young People in England is a 36-month research project funded by the Leverhulme Trust (November 2020-November 2023).
Connect Well Kent
Connect Well East Kent is a Community navigation service funded by Kent County Council and the NHS. They support people over 55 with general needs and 18 plus with complex needs.
Better Communication Event
The Speech language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Kent Wide Design Event to support children and young people’s speech language and communication, Tuesday 13 July 2021 from 12. 00pm – 2. 30pm.
Books Beyond Words
Kent Libraries recommend the *Books Beyond Words* series. Check out their catalogue and their ebooks online. They also host 6 virtual *Books Beyond Words* groups through the week.
New Blog Post
The new Children’s Commissioner for England, Rachel de Souza, has launched the Big Ask, a survey for children and young people aged 4 to 17.
IASK Workshops
IASK are Currently offering a range of workshops for parents, young people, and professionals.
Share your views - A new special educational needs and disabilities strategy for children and young people in Kent
The NHS and Kent County Council (KCC) are asking for views on their new special educational needs and disabilities strategy.
KCC SEND Newsletter
The latest KCC SEND newsletter provides government guidance in supporting children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities and their families during the lockdown. You can find the newsletter here: KCC SEND Newsletter