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Information for early years practitioners, childminders and health visitors.

Early Years - Small Steps guidance  PDF, 1.25 MB Opens new window
SEND Graduated Approach booklet PDF, 615.33 KB Opens new window
Ordinarily available provision PDF, 551.98 KB Opens new window
Supporting your key children with additional needs throughout the year - a quick reference guide PDF, 399.28 KB Opens new window
Assess, Plan, Do, Review

The graduated approach towards the identification of children who may have SEND.

What is a Section 23 notification

What is a Section 23 Notification

Physical and medical needs

Supporting children with physical and medical needs in Early Years settings.

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