Local Offer News
Here you can find all the latest SEND news from Kirklees.
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Introducing the Families Together Gateway
We have launched a new way for families in Kirklees to get the help and support they need.
The ‘Families Together Gateway’ brings together a wide range of information and support, including services which go all the way from pre-birth, through childhood and adolescence, and up to 25-years-old for those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Project SEARCH Interest Event and Neurodiversity Careers Fayre
As part of Neurodiversity Week Kirklees Council are hosting a Project SEARCH Interest Event which also includes a Neurodiversity Careers Fayre
Join us for an exciting in-person event at:
Where ? 1 Civic Centre, Huddersfield,
When ? Tuesday 18th March 9:30 am to 3pm
Booking is essential!
Huddersfield Town Football Club Meet With Families To Discuss Accessibility
Huddersfield Town meet with families through Richard Dresser from Kirklees Council Local Offer Team and Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) focus of Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) to discuss accessibility at the club.
Cluster funding model to support pupils with additional needs
Kirklees are changing the way funding is provided to support school pupils with additional needs.
Calling all football fans! (and wannabe fans!) Help make the John Smith Stadium more accessible.
Calling all football fans! (and wannabe fans!) Help make the John Smith Stadium more accessible.
Happy Healthy Relationships Courses for people with Learning Difficulties
Cloverleaf Advocacy are delivering a range of courses about Happy Healthy Relationships for people with Learning Difficulties.
SEARCHin for interns
This May there is a open evening for young people living in Kirklees, (aged 18-24) with learning difficulties or autism who are interested in developing their skills for the world of work. If you work with young people or families, or you know of someone who you think may be interested in becoming an intern, please share these details.
The Project SEARCH intern programme offers a supportive environment where young people get the opportunity to work with others, gain real work experience and develop life skills.
Changes To Thriving Kirklees
Changes to Children’s, Young People’s and Family Services In Kirklees Council
From 1 April 2024, we will no longer be using Thriving Kirklees to describe children’s, young people’s and family services in Kirklees.
This includes: Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing, Health Visiting and School Nursing (0-19), Peer and Volunteer Led Family Support (Homestart Kirklees), Healthy Start and Safety in the Home (Fresh Futures).