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Accessible toys, play and learning
Toys for children with physical or learning disabilities need to be safe for them to use and suitable for their particular needs. Non-specialist toys can be suitable, but you do need to make sure they are safe for your child to play with. For example,…Accessible breaks, activities and day trips
As anyone with a disability or their carer will know, planning an outing requires forward planning. Checking whether the destination is accessible for disabled people, whether it can cater to specific dietary requirements, and planning how you will travel all needs to be done in…Abortion
An abortion is the medical process of ending a pregnancy so it doesn't result in the birth of a baby. It's also sometimes known as a termination. The pregnancy is ended either by taking medications or having a minor surgical procedure. One in three women…Your healthy twin pregnancy
If you're pregnant with more than one baby, a healthy diet and lifestyle will help you cope with your pregnancy and give your babies the best start in life. The advice for keeping healthy in pregnancy is similar whether you're expecting twins, triplets or just…Your six-week postnatal check
You should have your postnatal check about six weeks after your baby's birth to make sure you feel well and you are recovering properly. Some GP surgeries do not routinely offer a postnatal check. You can always request an appointment for a check, especially if…Education Commission launched in Oxfordshire
An Education Commission, tasked with further improving educational outcomes for all children and young people, is being launched by Oxfordshire County Council. The commission will speak to all interested and concerned parties about what a world class education system might look like for Oxfordshire…Service improvements for children with special educational needs and disabilities
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) children are benefiting from service improvements provided by Oxfordshire County Council and its partners, despite major funding shortfalls from central government. Today, the county council updated residents on how these plans are being rolled out. They are part…The funding crisis, education for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Like all local authorities in England with responsibility for providing education to young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), Oxfordshire County Council struggles to keep up with demand. This is because the government’s high needs grants don’t match our children’s needs. These…Major proposals for children with special educational needs and disabilities in Oxfordshire
Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are at the heart of major proposals debated by Oxfordshire County Council’s Cabinet today, Tuesday 24 May. Residents have already contributed to plans for this local area SEND strategy through public consultation,…