Smooth transitions between education settings and phases of education are crucial for all children, but especially for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Early planning and collaboration are key to ensuring a successful move.
If your child has an Education, Health and Care Plan, matters relating to the education setting they attend are overseen by the Southend-on-Sea City Council SEND Team. Please contact your childs EHC Case Coordinator or contact the team on 01702 215246 or by email at SENTeam@southend.gov.uk
Support workshops for parent carers
The Educational Psychology Team are running online and face to face workshops between May and August 2026 on the following topics:
- transitions from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to reception
- transitions from year 6 to year 7
- introduction to barriers to school attendance
The Specialist Teaching Service also hosted a number of support sessions for parent carers in June 2026.
The Early Years SEND Support Team are running a session at their Play and Development group on 12 August for parents of children with SEND who are starting reception in 2026.