Young people

We can help young people with a special education need or disability with information about getting support at school or college, health and wellbeing, and preparing for adulthood.

About IASS

The law says children and young people have the right to access information, advice and support separately from their parents; we'll help you to understand your rights and to inform you of the options you need to make informed decisions.

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Help at your school or college

If you have difficulty in learning or taking part in education because of your health needs, the law says that all schools or colleges must give you support to access education, learning and to be included in your class.

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Your Education Health and Care Plan

We can provide information and practical advice about Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and Education, Health and Care Plans, with information on how to ask for an EHCNA, the first step to getting an EHC Plan, and what happens when you have one.

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Your health and social care

We can provide you with information and practical advice about your physical and mental health, and social care.

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Helping you prepare for adulthood

As you grow and develop moving from childhood into adulthood you may need advice, information or support to help you plan for your future.

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Your rights

We can help to explain what you need to know about your rights and what help and support you can get as a young person with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

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Make a referral

York SENDIASS operates a ‘self-referral’ process. Young People can contact us directly, or they may be signposted to our services by others including professionals, schools or voluntary organisations.