Skip to content

Devon’s SEND Local Offer

What is the SEND Local Offer?


A local offer gives children and young people, aged 0-25, with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families information to help them find the right help and support in their area.

Its two main purposes are to:

  • provide clear, comprehensive and accessible information about the support and opportunities that are available
  • make provision more responsive to local needs

Devon’s SEND Local Offer

Devon’s SEND Local Offer brings together information around local education, health and care services, as well as other support available (either locally or nationally) that you may find helpful, in one place. It covers:

  • education – support in early years, schools and college, including transport
  • health – specialist clinics, support and advice for children and young people with medical needs
  • social care – support for personal care and practical assistance, short breaks and personal budgets
  • transitions – moving between phases of education and preparing for adulthood
  • education, health and care (EHC) plans – the statutory EHCP process explained, including applying for a plan, transfers and reviews
  • information, advice and support – where to get impartial and confidential information, advice and support

Get involved

There are opportunities for parents, carers and young people to get involved and have your say to help shape SEND services across Devon.


Top