In Gateshead, we believe that early action to address identified needs is fundamental to the future progress and improved outcomes that are essential in helping a child to prepare for the next transition in their life. We have compiled a list below of different help services within Gateshead.
Early Help Service
Gateshead Council’s Early Help Service is a team of family support workers providing direct, practical help and advice to families...
Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO)
A SENCO is responsible for co-ordinating the provision of support for children and young people with SEN in nurseries and schools. You can find out...
Children with Disabilities Team
If your child has a disability and is eligible to receive social care support, a Children with Disabilities social worker can offer support, advice...
Children’s Education Advisory Service (CEAS)
The Children’s Education Advisory Service provides expert and impartial advice to service families about the education of their children, including...
Independent Advice and Support Services Network
This website explains how and where children and young people (under 25 years old) can get independent advice and support about their rights, their...
Financial Advice and Support
Contact a Family have produced a useful booklet about financial advice and support that may be available to you if your child has a disability:...
Careers Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG)
The Careers IAG Team has an extensive history of working within Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND)- assisting the local authority...
SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
A one stop shop for parents, carers and young people with SEND offering independent advice, information and support on SEND provision and processes....