This page aims to be a safe space for young people with additional needs in Gateshead to access relevant information and express their views and experiences of growing up in the area.
Resources for autistic teenagers
The National Autistic Society has developed a set of free resources which includes videos and downloadable guides aiming to support teenagers...
Transition
Transition is the process where young people with SEND receive the support they need to move into adulthood. The transition process should be led by...
Post-16
This section contains all of the information you need regarding your choices for after leaving school and anything Post-16 related. If you are...
Preparing for Adulthood
All young people face changes as they move from being teenagers to becoming adults and need to make important decisions about their future. This...
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...
Gateshead SEND Participation Strategy
Gateshead Council has launched its 2023-2026 SEND Participation Strategy.
Health and Wellbeing
This is where you can access relevant Health and Wellbeing information to support and assure you, no matter your age, situation or needs.
Get Involved!
Get involved! We want to know what you think. Whether it be feedback on what you think is good or what needs to improve, or maybe you have ideas...
LGBTQ+
LGBT+ groups exist to ensure you are supported, empowered and provided with the information you need. Click the links for information about local...
Young Carers
A young carer is someone under 18 who helps to look after someone because they are ill or have a disability. Most young people help at home but...
Independent Living Options
Deciding to move into your own home is a life-changing decision whatever your personal circumstances, but particularly for young people with SEND....
SEND Leisure and Social Activities
There’s lots of things for you to do and get involved with in Gateshead! The SEND activities directory has been developed to provide free and...
YoungSibs
Do you have a brother or sister who is disabled, has special educational needs or a serious long-term condition? There's lots of information to help...