SEND YOUNG PERSON POST-16 GUIDE
These guide support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families as they transition from education to adulthood. It provides detailed information on post-16 options, such as further education, training, employment, and independent living, while also offering practical advice on how to access services and understanding legal rights and entitlements.
These guide help ensure a smooth transition, empowering young people to make informed decisions about their future.
Post-16 Education and Employment: Information on further education options, training, and employment support for young people with SEND.
Legal Rights and Transition Support: Understanding SEND entitlements after 16 and the support available during the transition to adulthood.
Independent Living and Social Participation: Guidance on building skills for independent living and accessing housing, social care, and financial support.
A guide for Parents, Carers and Young persons
View & DownloadPreparing for Adulthood (PfA) is about helping young people with SEND move into the next stage of life with confidence, independence, and support. This guide explains the legal duties, support available, and steps to plan for a successful transition from school to adult life.
View & DownloadDisabled students in higher education are entitled to additional support to help them overcome barriers related to their disability, health condition, mental health, or specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia or ADHD.
View & DownloadAs young people with SEND approach age 16 and beyond, they begin to make important choices about education, training, employment, and adult life. This guide sets out what support is available, the legal rights of young people, and how families can plan for successful transitions.
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