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We are the parent carer forum within Blackburn with Darwen,for parents/carers of children/young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities from 0-25 years. We work in co-production with Children and Young Peoples' Services, Health, the Local Authority and voluntary groups to and represent parents in these…

About Us Achievement for All is a leading not-for-profit organisation that works in partnership with early years settings, schools and colleges: meeting the needs of children and young people from pre-school to post-16. Our main aim is to improve outcomes for all children and young people…

The Autism Education Trust (AET) believes that all children and young people with autism must receive an education which enables them to reach their individual potential to engage in society as active citizens (and that individuals, families and professionals are informed, supported and equipped to…

Within Blackburn with Darwen, families with an autistic child or young person can get support from a Family Support Worker with the Burnley bassed charity Action for ASD. General support, information, advice, training and practical ideas are available. Families can get help during and after…

This document explains how the Council makes decisions on providing school transport for children aged between 5 to 16.  To view the policy please download the document on the right.  You may also want to view the Deparment for Education's Home to School Travel and…

To view Blackburn with Darwen Council's SEND Transport Policy please click on the document to your right. If you have any queries in the meantime please contact Transport Services using the contact details below.

Bringing Us Together is an independent and proactive community championing the voices of disabled children, young people and their families. We are passionate about making the world a place where our young people are loved, respected, have an equal voice, rights, and purposeful lives. We want all our…

New Directions provides independent and impartial careers information, advice and guidance to young people in Blackburn and Darwen.  We support 16-19 year olds (and up to 25 for SEND young people) to access education, employment or training through a drop-in service (no appointment necessary) We…

CANW’s Young Carers service provides help and support to young people aged between 8 and 25 who are carrying the care burden at home. They may be looking after parents or siblings, helping them cope with illness, mental health issues, or even substance abuse problems.…

The Children’s Education Advisory Service (CEAS) operates within the Ministry of Defence.  CEAS provides advice and guidance to Service parents, educational establishments and local authorities on educational issues relating to Service children, including issues relating to SEN.   Any Service family, anywhere in England, can access…