Articles on Schools and learning (33)
Choosing schools and formal education
There are several types of schools and formal education could also take place at your home. You you may decide what is the best educational option for your child depending on your particular preference or circumstances. Have a look at the options below if you are trying to decide…Disabled Children's Register
What is the Disabled Children's Register? The register is a database that holds information about children and young people with disabilities and special needs who live in the City of Westminster.Educating your child at home
Parents/carers are legally required to ensure their child is in receipt of a suitable education but this does not have to be in a school. Some will choose to electively home educate. Elective home education is the term used to describe a parent or carer's…Education, learning and skills
A complete list of schools in Westminster can be found here. Drawn by (left to right) Halima aged 8, Hassan aged 8, and Toyobaa aged 7The best school or educational setting for your child depends on their needs. This section of our Local Offer explains…Fair Shot Training Programme
"Changing lives one cup at a time", Fair Shot are a social enterprise cafe and registered UK charity that aims to transform the lives of young adults aged 18-25 with learning disabilities and/or autism through specialty coffee. Their mission is to be the stepping stone to…Funding equipment in schools for pupils with SEND
In general, it is the responsibility of the school and education setting to fund equipment that supports the needs of children or young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) who attend. However, the Local Authority understands that it is not always reasonable to…Further education funding for young people with special educational needs and disabilities
There are a range of different funding arrangements made available to further education providers to help meet the needs of young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). How this funding is provided can depend on the type of educational provider, the age of…Health Services to support children with specific medical conditions
Information on the support available for children with a specific medical condition can be found by expanding the drop-down menu below. Much of this support is provided by the Bi-Borough School Health Service and Children's Community Nursing Service Bi-Borough School Health Service Children's Community Nursing…