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Dyscalculia is a specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers which can lead to a diverse range of difficulties with mathematics. It will be unexpected in relation to age, level of education and experience and occurs across all ages and abilities.

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If you live in England, your child will learn to read using phonics. Their school is very likely to use either the Letters and Sounds phonics framework or the Read Write Inc. programme. Check with your school if you're not sure which one they use.

Using Letters and Sounds?

If your child is using Letters and Sounds, you can find this list of eBooks by Letters and Sounds Phases useful. Bear in mind the following:

If you don't know your child's Phase, you can check with your school. As a guide, most Reception children will be on Phases 1-4 and most Year 1 children will be on Phases 4-5. Beyond Phase 5, your child will be able to decode most books.

In Letters and Sounds, there are 'sets' within the Phases - so your child might not know all the sounds in every book within their Phase.

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Games are an integral part of our lives as they offer recreation and rejuvenation. The children's faces brighten up, and excitement doubles when they hear learning is also game-based.

Such special children gain ample knowledge about communicating, collaborating, interacting, and working in teams when playing such games. Not to miss, downloading strategic games apps are the best ones to enhance the child's brain functionality.

In this article, we shall cover list of top 10 games for kids with dyslexia to explore and enjoy.

1. Popcorn Words

Popcorn words offer continuous and comprehensive learning for dyslexic children who struggle to identify and manipulate the words quickly. The child, while playing the game, would operate a popcorn machine found in a movie theater.

A monkey, coming up to the counter, to the machine, would say a sight word. As a response, the child has to choose the right sight word to offer popcorn to the monkey.

The goal of the game is too simple - to become a manager by promotion. But the twist lies in the promotion - i.e., handing over ten popcorns successfully would yield an in-between filler game and then only, one can get the promotion. The game both offers the learning dyslexic children need and the recognition they deserve!

Game Link : Web App

2. Lilli's letter

Game Link : App store

3. Chicktionary

Chiktionary is an amazing game that could be the highlight of every Dyslexic child playing it. The game is continuously progressive and takes a child forward to advanced levels very quickly.

A fun edutainment game, it helps the dyslexic children to learn and spell the words in a joyous way. Developed in a barnyard theme, children have to quickly develop as many words as possible with the letters on the chicken.

Guessing enough words, scoring points are a part of the play course. But, on a deeper tone, it emphasizes quicker recognition and the formation of words that enhance the verbal skills of the child.

Game Link : Playstore | Web App

4. Draw Something

Draw Something, a simple and free game is compatible in android as well as iOS, helps the dyslexic children to portray their thoughts as drawings. It aims to make a child draw out the word for others to speculate.

Many vibrant tools and colors are other exciting features to attract children and make their learning livelier. The badges and readers are tokens of appreciation for dyslexic children.

Game Link : Playstore | Appstore

5. Artik Pix

Dyslexic children have deficits specifically in phonemic awareness, the capacity to hear, identify, and manipulate the phonemes(units of sound) of the language. Since it is a fundamental skill that is required in knowing to read and spell, Artik Pix, an indulging articulation app, aids dyslexic children in improving their phenomic awareness.

Captivating the dyslexic children with attractive flashcards and engaging matching activities, Artik Pix helps them to tide over their speech-sound delay. It is genuinely a great way to offer day-long continuous practice to the child, anywhere, and anytime. Owing to this, it is a boon for the children as well as their caretakers!

Game Link : App store

6. Eye Games, Dyslexia

Eye Games provide a dynamic visual platform to fight dyslexia. These games are a splendid and entertaining way to enhance the functionality of the brain by training it to generate the right connections in case of letters, words, shapes as well as pictures.

The two hundred exercises of the game are focussing on helping the dyslexic children to manage their reading and other learning difficulties.

The best part is that the whole essence of the game is based on dragging and dropping, along with touching, multi-sensory learning making it is a very crucial app for dyslexic children. Therefore, this game lets your special children manage and be independent with Eye Games, dyslexia!

Game Link : Playstore

7. Boggle Bash

A classic game to help Dyslexic children to recognize words quicker, Boggle Bash pressurizes the children to find words within a given time limit. Mental alertness, quicker word recognition, and reading are its key focus points.

This fun and rich classic board game is back with a bang with its latest updates by retaining the essence of the original Boggle Bash.

The dyslexic children are finely tuned, and they become ready to beat their own personal best each time with exclusive challenges, contests, pleasant rewards or scores, friendly matches, and much more. All special children should gain this joy-filled learning experience and take up the dice for the turn!

Game Link : Web App

8. DefineTime

An excellent game that renders real-life learnings like time management, working under constraints, Define Time, also trains the dyslexic children in an awe-inspiring way by improving their verbal skills.

This online game is played individually which increases the affinity between Dyslexic children and enhances the children's language skills. The theme of the game is very simple - the child has to choose the most suitable or right definition of the word given.

The definitions are provided as options, and the child must match the word with the appropriate definition. Recognition of words, understanding of their meanings, and much more are its core learnings.

Game Link : Web App

9. Knoword

A fun fast-paced word game, Knoword, is a challenging online game that insists on quick reasoning. Thus, the dyslexic children's vocabulary, thinking pace, mental agility, alertness of brain, observational skills, analytical abilities, typing capabilities are all enhanced with this game.

The primary target is to finish the words as much as possible based on the definition and also the world's first letter. Communication skills are also scaled up with Knoword.

An apt game for all beginner dyslexic children, Knoword is one of the best game in a dyslexic child's toolkit.

Game Link : Web App

10. Word Whomp

Words are always exciting with letters of varying shapes and sizes. To make the words more exciting and help Dyslexic children to recognize the fun with words, Word Whomp is the ideal game.

This app has a myriad of unique features like challenging game modes, spelling words in the given time with the offered letters, adorable and attractive graphics, and rewarding hints that go on until one finishes the game.

Apt for everyone, this simple yet outstanding game appreciates every Dyslexic child to learn more with attractive bonuses and rewards. This app has turned out to be one of the most enjoyable apps for dyslexic children's happy childhood and joyous learning experience.

Game Link : Web App

To Sum Up

Dyslexic children might face difficulties in learning, but even they can have a great future with the right care and giving attention to their needs. The games mentioned above can help in eliminating their loneliness and barriers to learning. Besides this, the time spent by the caretakers also becomes more productive, fun-filled, and of more quality!
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What are executive functioning skills?

Executive functioning (EF) skills are the abilities in our brain that help us complete everyday tasks. These skills include planning, organization, time management, metacognition, working memory, self-control, attention, flexibility, and perseverance. Sometimes, it's helpful to think of executive functions like an air traffic controller in our brains. The EF center is assigning tasks to each of the different skills. For example, it tells us to focus and really listen while someone is talking (attention), while reminding us to get started when we have an assignment due at the end of class (task initiation). All of these skills work together to make sure we are working efficiently and effectively while completing daily tasks.
What do each of the EF skills mean?
Each skill plays an important role in helping to accomplish both daily responsibilities and long-term goals. While reading up on the different executive functioning skills and their jobs, it's important to note that they often work together in different ways.

Planning is developing a well-thought-out strategy before starting a task. This involves thinking about what is needed before beginning something and creating a list of steps to help accomplish that goal in an effective way. Strong planning skills can help learners best use their time and complete tasks well, without needing to go back and revise work after the fact.

Organization is using strategies to stay neat and tidy. Being organized includes having a place for everything, developing a plan to keep materials orderly, and cleaning up we go. Learners with strong organization skills are better able to find what they need when they need it.

Task initiation means starting right away. That includes not procrastinating, even when it is a less-desired task (like starting homework or doing dishes). Skills with task initiation are critical because they are one of the initial steps in actually getting up and starting a job.

Time management is using time well to complete tasks. This helps us estimate how long tasks will take, prioritize tasks, and use time wisely. With strong time management skills, learners are better able to do their best and most focused work on jobs while also completing assignments on time.

Attention allows us to focus on a person or task for a period of time, ignore distractors, and refocus when needed. Strong attention skills can help to make sure learners hear and understand instructions, focus well during conversations, and concentrate on longer tasks.

Metacognition is thinking about our thinking. That means considering what we know and what we don't know about a topic as we learn. This can be a critical skill when studying for assessments, completing challenging assignments, and even just comprehending new learning material.

Working memory is keeping information in our heads while we use it. We use working memory when we solve complex math problems and juggle numbers in our head. We also use working memory when remembering critical details in a story or just thinking back to what the directions given in class were.

Self-control is stopping and thinking in order to make a more positive choice in the moment. That involves learning how to "hit the pause button," calm down when emotions run high, think through a situation, and make a good choice for now and the future. Learners use self-control in the moment, such as raising their hand before asking a question in class, and in the long-term, such as choosing to stay home to finish an assignment instead of going out with friends.

Flexibility is effectively coping with change. This means being open-minded, testing out new approaches, and going with the flow when things do not go as planned. Being a flexible thinker also means being able to see a situation in more than one way, which is critical for problem-solving and perspective-taking.

Perseverance is working through challenges and roadblocks that come up along the way. This means being able to try new strategies, continue working when a task is difficult, and even asking for help, when needed. Strong perseverance skills are necessary for success in all areas of life, as challenges are bound to come up here and there.

Why is it important to target executive functioning skills?

Executive functioning skills are in everything that we do. We use them when we plan out a long-term project, when we organize our materials, and when we use self-control to not call out when someone else is speaking. These skills are the foundation for success in and outside of school.

Can executive functioning skills be improved?

Yes! By explicitly teaching and practicing EF skills, we ensure that all learners have the strong foundation they need to be successful in and outside of the classroom. The idea is that we can train our brains to improve basic skills like organization and self-control.

Kids and young adults can also learn valuable compensatory strategies to help them through their struggles with staying organized, paying attention, and persevering through challenges. Not only does this give learners immediate short-term benefits, but gives support in the long-term as well. Below are some simple, but effective, strategies in teaching and practicing executive functioning skills.

Embed skills in the curriculum. Spend time teaching executive functioning skills through your current content and curriculum. For example, teach students how to plan when a research paper is assigned. Spend a few minutes giving organization tips when clearing out an old notebook. Discuss strategies for memorizing words when learning new vocabulary. Embedding EF skills into what you are already doing can be a highly effective strategy for success.

Problem-solve through scenarios. Teach learners how to overcome challenges by working through scenarios with them. Ask your students, "If you are headed to class and realize you don't have a pencil. What can you do?" and "Imagine you are taking a test, but you just can't focus. What might you try to help yourself?" Come up with your own or use these executive functioning task cards to get started. Working through these situations when they are not stressful is a huge key. This problem-solving practice can build new strategies, skills, and confidence.

Use games and play activities. Use break times to play fun educational games that can build executive functioning skills. For example, play Jenga at the end of the week as a reward to focus on practicing planning and self-control. Use brainteasers in the morning as a warm-up to practice flexibility and perseverance. The options are endless, and kids will have fun while learning.

Teach skills explicitly. When learners have significant executive functioning weaknesses, it's important to teach the skills in an explicit way. That means explaining the skill, discussing the reasons for learning it, and giving students practice. Use this yearlong executive functioning set to get started with your older learners (or try this EF set if you work with younger students).
Which skills should I focus on first?
It's important to note again that all EF skills work together. For example, learners will be better planners if they stay organized and can manage their time well. With that said, each person has individual executive functioning strengths and weaknesses. That means some learners might struggle with staying organized, while others need extra support practicing self-control.

A great way to know which skills to work on is to use the free executive functioning self-assessment. Join Pathway 2 Success to grab your free copy!

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Where can I learn more about executive functioning skills?
It's clear to say that EF skills are a huge topic. Read up on more executive functioning skills with the blog posts below:
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Our engaging, community-based learning, coaching and mentoring programmes will help you and your family to better recognise, understand and meet your individual needs, enabling you to manage your day-to-day challenges. Regardless of where you live, you can access our community network groups that raise awareness, develop skills, share learning experiences, and build confidence.

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Established in 1966; YPAS is a charity that supports children, young people and families to address their mental health and emotional well-being difficulties. The delivery of our citywide services includes: primary schools, secondary schools and across 3 community hubs.

Our services and support are for young people and children aged aged 5 - 25 years old.

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Young Person's Advisory Service - Young Person's Advisory Service

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Established in 1966; YPAS is a charity that supports children, young people and families to address their mental health and emotional well-being difficulties. The delivery of our citywide services includes: primary schools, secondary schools and across 3 community hubs. Our services and support are for young people and children aged aged 5 - 25 years old.

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Welcome to The Isabella Trust

The Isabella Trust aim to support parents, carers and families of children with and sensory difficulties by providing support, information and access to training, courses and workshops.

Latest News & Events

Sponsor's News:
Операторы казино стараются заманивать новых игроков разными способами. Многие предлагают кэшбэк до 30% и даже 40% в неделю. Однако в казино из рейтинга к таким предложениям относятся скептически. Скорее всего, на такой кэшбэк накладывается слишком высокий вейджер. В рейтинговой подборке можно найти клубы, где кэшбэк в неделю составит до 20%, а вейджер на отыгрыш не превысит порога в х10.

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The Isabella Trust | The Isabella Trust aims to improve the quality of life of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Sensory Processing Difficulties by supporting their Families and Carers

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The Isabella Trust aim to support parents, carers and families of children with and sensory difficulties by providing support, information and access to training, courses and workshops. Sponsor's News:Операторы казино стараются заманивать новых игроков разными способами. Многие предлагают кэшбэк до 30% и даже 40% в неделю.

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In June 2017 we were lucky enough to host local hero Jamie Carragher to open our wonderful, welcoming Star Centre following our rennovation and refurbishment of the former Orrell Arts Centre building on Linacre Lane, just across the road from our long-established Venus Centre.

From here, we provide a friendly and welcoming space along with our partners, where young people up to the age of 18 can access information and advice on mental health issues, as well as group support and a variety of therapies.

Services on offer include counselling, CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), psychoeducation, peer support, family therapy, training for parents and group activities addressing issues such as the transition from children's to adults' services.

Young people can drop in Mondays 4:00pm - 6:00pm at The Star Centre for information, support and advice. Our LGBTQ+ Group now takes place in Thornton Family Wellbeing Centre Tuesdays 5:00pm - 7:00pm.

The Star Centre address is 98b Linacre Lane, Bootle, L20 6ES.

The Thornton Family Wellbeing Centre address is Stanny Field Drive, Thornton, L23 1TY.

For more information about the Star Centre give us a call on 0151 474 4744 or for more information on our Thornton Centre please call 0151 934 4991.

For more information around other mental health support available visit seftonliverpoolcamhs.com - this is a single referral form for all children and young people mental health services in Sefton and Liverpool. The CAMHS website has some really useful resources around different mental health concerns.

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In June 2017 we were lucky enough to host local hero Jamie Carragher to open our wonderful, welcoming Star Centre following our rennovation and refurbishment of the former Orrell Arts Centre building on Linacre Lane, just across the road from our long-established Venus Centre.

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YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People

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YoungMinds are a mental health charity for children, young people and their parents, making sure all young people can get the mental health support they need.

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Encompass Psychological Services specialises in providing support to parents and carers of children with disabilities and to the professionals who support them. Run by three highly skilled clinical psychologists who have many years experience within the NHS, Encompass can provide:

Training to staff groups on autism and childhood disability

Autism assessment for children and young people

Training to enable staff to run an innovative and evidence based intervention for parents called 'Riding the Rapids

Follow the links above for more information.

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Encompass Psychological Services specialises in providing support to parents and carers of children with disabilities and to the professionals who support them.

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Use this link to access information about what is available in Sefton to support you and your family

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Use Sefton's Local Offer to access information about all of the support available to you and your family in Sefton.

Click 'Recite' at the top for accessibility options including audio, language etc.

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Use the link above to access the offer from Sefton family hubs and their current timetables of workshops and sessions.

They offer a range of support and workshops inlcuding;

Riding the rapids

Venus

Targeted support

Family guidance

ACEs

Mental health support team

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Our Family Hub timetables make it easy for you to keep up to date with what support is available, when, and where. Whether you’re looking for general parenting advice, activity sessions for your children, or support from one of our targeted sessions, you can find the right programme for you and your family at a glance.

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Access ADDvanced solutions current newsletter and offer of sessions using this link.

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ADDvanced Solutions Community Network - supporting neurodivergent children and young people, their families and the professionals that work with them

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ADDvanced Solutions Community Network is an open access offer that supports the emotional health and wellbeing of neurodivergent children and young people, their families and the professionals that work with them

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The Venus Resource Centre is home to our Family Support, Housing Support and Money Management Programme Teams. We deliver Open Access, a drop in service open Tuesday to Friday, Women’s Counselling Service and various support and activity groups.

Self refer using this link.

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At the Star Centre we work to support the mental health and emotional wellbeing of our young people. We work with children, young people and their families aged 5-18 living in Sefton to provide a wide range of support.

We offer both group and 1-2-1 therapeutic interventions, to support and manage mental health concerns such as anxiety, worry and low mood.

Self refer into the service using this link.

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We work closely with the Sefton's Mental Health Support Team. Support is based on school referral. Please see Miss Murphy if you feel your family would benefit from their support.

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What does the Early Years Special Educational Needs Early Years Team do?

We are part of Sefton's Early Years' Service, we work in close partnership with wider services across Sefton including the Special Educational Needs Inclusion Service (SENIS). The Early Years SEND Team support children from birth to 5 years. The team support early years settings and schools to follow and implement the Graduated Approach in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice.

We provide advice and guidance on inclusion for children aged 0-5 years who have, or may have, Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND). We work closely with families, early years settings and schools in helping to understand young children's early development, strengths and needs and finding ways to promote all aspects of their learning.

Our work includes:

contributing to the assessment of children's needs e.g. through observations, direct work and discussions with those who know the child best

helping to plan and review interventions and monitor progress

working with other agencies including speech and language therapists and community paediatricians

supporting children's transitions

signposting families and settings to other services

developing and delivering training

Providing bespoke advice for individual children, practitioners, and parents through a weekly advice line service

Early Years Team Leaflet

Meet Our Team - Early Years SEND Team Leader

Responsible for the oversight, co-ordination and leading the Early Years SEND Team

Supporting schools, settings, parents and children

Work across services, including Early Years Quality Team and the wider inclusion services

Support with the strategic planning of the Early Years Service and Inclusion

Responsible for supporting positive outcomes for all groups of young children with SEND

Portage Team - providing help and support for babies and young children at home

Portage promotes children's development through play. Portage Advisors work directly with young children aged 0-3 years usually in the child's home and where appropriate, their early years setting, modelling effective interventions to those who know the child.

Their role involves;

An initial developmental assessment to decide whether Portage is the most appropriate service for a child.

Ongoing assessment and regular reviews of a child's progress.

Detailed play activities for families to support their child achieving the next steps in their learning and development.

Advice on further play activities for families to try at home.

Signposting and information about other services that may be able to offer help or advice to a family.

Liaison with other professionals in order to ensure a joined-up approach to meeting a child's needs.

Support in looking at nursery settings and the 'next steps' after Portage.

Stay and Play sessions for families of children with Special educational needs or disabilities that have recently been referred to the Early Years SEND Team

Leaflet

Early Intervention Officers

Provide practical support to early years providers.

Provide day to day support for setting-based SENCOs in ensuring arrangements are in place to support children with SEN.

Strengthen the links between settings and the Early Years SEND Team.

Develop and disseminate good practice.

Early Years SEND Support in PVI settings

SEN and Inclusion Officers

The SEN and Inclusion Officers provide practical advice to settings, schools and families about ways of supporting children up to 4 years of age.

Their role involves;

Providing assessment and advice around evidenced-based interventions through a cycle of Assess- Plan-Do-Review.

Supporting children's transitions into early years settings.

Working with newly appointed Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs).

Advise on appropriate activities and techniques, providing example resources where appropriate, and modelling and evaluating their use.

Contribute to the multi-professional assessment of children's needs, including children with complex learning difficulties and neurodevelopmental needs.

Help monitor SEN policy and practice within Early Years settings and support settings in implementing the statutory requirements as set out in the SEND Code of Practice.

Deliver SEND training for Early Years Settings

Early Years Inclusion Consultants

Early Years Inclusion Consultants are specialist teachers. Their work is informed by knowledge of teaching approaches, including effective strategies and interventions for children with SEND, and by knowledge of the early years curriculum and development.

Their role involves;

Providing assessment and advice around evidenced-based interventions through a cycle of Assess- Plan-Do-Review.

Promote and develop good inclusive practice in early years settings and schools

Provide an allocated amount of time to individual schools/settings to support them in the identification of SEND priorities and actions required to improve outcomes for children.

Support Early Years Practitioners and Teachers in their understanding of why a child is not making progress and the approaches that may enable learning and development

Monitor the progress of identified children, especially at important transition times between classes and schools.

Advising and working in partnership with parents and carers.

School Early Years Inclusion Consultants

Inclusion Consultants are specialist teachers. Their work is informed by knowledge of teaching approaches, including effective strategies and interventions for children with SEND, and by knowledge of the early years curriculum and development. Our early years school-based consultants provide cohort specific support for children with SEND in mainstream Reception classes and support transition from nursery and pre-school to Reception and from Reception to KS1.

Providing assessment and advice around evidenced-based interventions through a cycle of Assess- Plan-Do-Review.

Promote and develop good inclusive practice in early years settings and schools

Provide an allocated amount of time to individual schools/settings to support them in the identification of SEND priorities and actions required to improve outcomes for children.

Support Early Years Practitioners and Teachers in their understanding of why a child is not making progress and the approaches that may enable learning and development

Monitor the progress of identified children, especially at important transition times between classes and schools.

Advising and working in partnership with parents and carers.

Early Years School Consultants leaflet

How does the Early Years Team become involved?

Anyone, including a parent who has concerns about a young child, can request our involvement by completing a 'Request for involvement' form (Word Document) `Request for involvement` form (PDF) . Signed parental consent must always be obtained before we can become directly involved. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept verbal consent only.
When should the Early Years Team become involved?
Where a setting or professional identifies that a child continues to make less than expected progress, despite carefully planned adaptations and interventions, consideration should be given to involving the Early Years SEND Team and/or other external agencies. They must work in partnership with parents to establish the support the child needs. We can accept referrals made by parents if the parent feels support or advice is needed.

Settings should follow a Graduated Approach when making decisions about who to involve and at when

For children starting Reception, requests for our involvement should be made at least one term prior to starting school for us to be able to contribute to transition planning.

How much involvement does the Early Years Team have?

The amount of involvement we have depends on the nature and purpose of the work. It may be that only short-term input is required. Alternatively, we can remain involved with an individual child until the end of the first term in their reception year of mainstream school. This means we are able to help support a child's transition into school.

In addition, all mainstream schools have access to a School Early Years Inclusion Consultant. Who will support a cohort of children up until the end of the first term in year 1.

Services we work closely with

Early Notification (For use by Health Professionals only)

In line with the SEND Code of Practice, where health services anticipate a child under school age has, or is likely to have SEND when they start school they are required to have a discussion with the parents and then make a notification to the local authority. This duty is Section 23 of the Children and Family Act 2014.

This applies where, in the course of exercising functions in relation to a child who is under

compulsory school age, a clinical commissioning group, NHS trust or NHS foundation trust form the opinion that the child has (or probably has) special educational needs or a disability.
The group or trust must-(a) inform the child's parent of their opinion and of their duty under subsection (3), and(b) give the child's parent an opportunity to discuss their opinion with an officer of the group or trust.(3) The group or trust must then bring their opinion to the attention of the appropriate local authority in England. Children and Families Act 2014 (c. 6) page 20
As part of this duty, Health professionals will share information about the named child with the Early Years SEND Team, who will then consider how supported early education will be provided.

The purpose of the SEND Early Notification is to ensure that the Local Authority is aware of children with SEND and can ensure that the child has access to the right support arrangements at the right time.

The threshold for an SEND Early Notification is generally agreed to be that the child has severe, complex and enduring special educational needs which may require support arrangements which are in excess of those through reasonable adjustments.

There is no generally accepted right time for a SEND Early Notification to be made. Health colleagues will notify the LA at a time that is considered to be appropriate.

In addition to evidence about the nature of a child's SEN, the SEND Early Notification will outline the outcomes that parents are seeking for their child. The LA can then ensure that the support arrangements necessary to enable the child to make progress towards achieving their outcomes are in place.

It is not the function of the SEND Early Notification to serve as a recommendation for a specialist setting, although in some cases a specialist setting may be the most effective way of providing the arrangements a child

The SEND Early Notification is not in itself a request to undertake an Education, Health & Care Needs Assessment
The Early Notification Process, Flowchart
Forms Early Notification Form (Word Document)Early Notification Form (PDF Version)
If you would like any further information or to contact a member of the team please email:
SENDEarlyNotification@sefton.gov.uk Please note Early Notification does not replace Request for Involvement.

Dates for your Calendar
Advice and Support Helpline

Our Advice and Support Helpline is for practitioners working in early years settings, nursery schools, and for parents of children attending these settings

Do you work with children aged 0-5?

Do you have concerns about a child's development?

Are you unsure whether to refer a child to our service?

Are you a parent with concerns about your child or would you like an informal chat about what to expect from our service?

If you answer YES to any of the above, please contact us to book onto one of the half hour advice and support helpline sessions, see link below for details.
Advice Line leaflet Allocations Meetings
The Early Years SEND Team meet each month to allocate children that have
been referred to our service. We accept referrals from Early Years PVI and
Maintained nurseries, Childminders, Professionals from other services and
Parents. To refer a child to the Early Years SEND team please complete a Request for Involvement form. Please see the section How Does the Early Years Team Become Involved.

For your information, the meeting dates for 2025-2026 are as follows:

Sefton Professional Development Centre
225 Park Road
Formby
Liverpool
L37 6EW

Once a child is allocated to a member of the team, they will get in touch.

The Graduated Approach

Resourced Nursery Provision

Resourced nursery places are a small number of Early Years settings who receive additional funding from the Local Authority in order to support children with SEN or disabilities within their setting.
Leaflet Referral for Early Years SEND High Needs Base Place form

Parents and Carers

Looking for Childcare in Sefton? Please follow the link to our Childcare directory where you can browse through a range of providers.
Parent Carer Coffee Mornings information leaflet 2025 -2026 Information for Parents and Carers about The Graduated Approach in Sefton Back to School Sensory Survival Kit Early Bird Programme for Parents/Carers
Has your child received an autism diagnosis or on the pathway for a diagnosis?

www.autism.org.uk/earlybird

Join the National Autistic Society's EarlyBird programme to learn more about autism and how you can support your child.

Early Bird programme

Meet other parents and share experiences on our 8 week face-to-face programme. Designed for families whose child is under five, we can help you understand autism and support your child, including:

* supporting interaction

* understanding sensory differences

* developing play

* interpreting behaviour.
This is your local licensed EarlyBird group leader, trained by the National Autistic Society.
Contact them for more information
tina.galletly@sefton.gov.uk Early Bird Leaflet
The National Autistic Society is a charity registered in England and Wales (269425) and in Scotland (SC039427)
For Helpful information for parents/carers see below:

Helpful Information and Links for Special Educational Needs and Disabilites Coordinators (SENDCO)

Upcoming Events

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Contacting the Early Years SEND Team

For further enquiries please contact the Early Years Team as follows:

Tel: 0151 934 2347

Email: SENIS@Sefton.gov.uk

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Early Years Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Team

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What does the Early Years Special Educational Needs Early Years Team do? We are part of Sefton's Early Years' Service, we work in close partnership with wider services across Sefton including the Special Educational Needs Inclusion Service (SENIS). The Early Years SEND Team support children from birth to 5 years.