St Peter's Catholic
Primary School
"Loved by Jesus, we love, we learn, we live and grow together for Him"
19. Who are the support services that can help parents with pupils who have Special Educational Needs?
Agency | How they support parents | How to contact them |
Speech and language therapy | Parents can take their child to a clinic appointment. The therapist will give you guidance on how to continue to support your child at home. | If you are concerned about your child’s speech and language then the GP is able to refer you to NHS Speech Therapy |
Communication and Autism Team | Difficulties around communication skills and autistic spectrum | 0121 675 5057 |
Sensory Support Services | Discuss assessments and support for hearing and visual impairments | 0121 303 1793 |
Family Support worker | Emotional support, completing referral to local support groups, debt advice, accessing counselling, housing support and support for completion of forms | School are able to do a referral to the Early Help Support. Please see Mrs Mellor or Ms Kenny |
Spotlight | Support in improving attendance and punctuality. This is run by the Education Welfare Service/ Local Authority. | Sam 0121 675 5059 |
Autism West Midlands | Support for parents with behaviour strategies, managing sensory issues, funding etc. | autismwestmidlands.org.uk or 0121 450 7582 |
Forward Thinking Birmingham | Support for young people with mental health concerns – discuss and plan support with parents | 0121 303 9193 |
Edward’s Trust | Bereavement support | edwardstrust.org.uk or 0121 454 4838 |