Merlin's Magic Wand! - Magical Experiences for Children
Merlin’s Magic Wand, is an international children's charity dedicated to creating magical experiences for children who need them most. They do this in partnership with every Merlin Entertainments attraction using their there three programmes, Magical Days Out, Magic On Tour, Magic Spaces. Some of our children may meet the eligibility criteria, one being having a registered disability. You can find more information and apply on their website. Please click here to enter their website and apply for a magical day out.
Useful information
NHS Guidelines - is my child too ill for school?
It can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child off school when they're unwell.
But there are NHS guidelines for schools that say when children should be kept off school and when they shouldn't.
If you do keep your child at home, it's important to phone the school on the first day of absence, by 9:30 am, and let us know the reason why they are not in school, keeping us updated regularly while they are absent.
If your child is well enough to go to school but has an infection that could be passed on, such as a cold sore or head lice, let their teacher know or call the school office.
Any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Young Carers
Young carers are children who look after someone in their family. This may be a parent, brother, sister or other family member who has a illness, physical or learning disability, a mental health problem or misuse of drugs or alcohol. A young carer usually takes on practical and/or emotional caring responsibilities that would normally by expected of an adult.
If you would like to learn more about Swindon Young Carers to decide if your child meets the criteria then you can consider making a referral to Swindon Carers Centre by following the link https://www.swindoncarers.org.uk/young-carers-support-in-swindon/
You are also welcome to discuss this with your class teacher.
Useful websites
Swindon SEND Families Voice
Please click here to visit Swindon SEND website
Swindon Hardship Fund
Swindon Hardship Fund is a response to poverty in Swindon. They make small cash grants, when needed within a few days, through trusted organisations- Local partner organisations, who are engaged in supporting the destitute and people struggling to meet the basic needs of living. For more information please follow the link https://swindonhardshipfund.org.uk/
Swindon Send Information, Advice and Support Service - SIAS formally SENDIASS
The SEND Information, Advice and Support service (SIAS) provides information, advice and support about education, health and social care for children and young people from 0-25 with SEND, as well as their parents or carers. You do not need to have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan to use the service.
- They are free, you will never have to pay for their services
- They are impartial, which means they don't take sides
- They are confidential, which means no-one will be told about the things you talk about unless you give them permission
They also offer training and advice to local education, health and social care professionals.
Please click here to visit their website for more information.
CAMHS
For information on Learning Disability CAMHS including team members and what they do please click here to visit their website. Click here to find out further information about Positive Behaviour Support and the person centred framework that Learning Disability CAMHS uses.
The British Institute of Learning Disabilities (BILD)
The BILD website contains useful information and easy read documents including autism, epilepsy and health issues. Click here to visit their website.
Disabled Living
http://www.disabledliving.co.uk/ website provides practical solutions to support disabled adults, children and younger people. You may like to register to received their regular newsletter.
National Autistic Society (NAS)
For information on Autism including diagnosis, behaviour, education, communication and myths, facts and statistics click here to visit the website.
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation
A charity for people with severe learning disabilities. They provide information about challenging behaviour, offer peer support for family carers and professionals, supporting families by phone or email, running workshops to reduce challenging behaviour, speaking up for families nationally. Click here to visit their website.
Swindon Borough Council Early Bird Training
Support for families with children who have Autism in Swindon by providing parent training. Click here to visit their web site and find out more.
Family Fund
Family Fund is the UK's largest charity providing grants for families on low incomes raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people. Grants can help with computers and tablets, clothing, bedding, white goods, sensory equipment and much more. Please click here to view the Family Fund Poster or access their website for further information - https://www.familyfund.org.uk/
Contact - Guide for Families with Disabled/Additional Needs Children
Contact are a charitable organisation that can help guide you through what can be a confusing system of support. They’ll can support you to find the best way to help your child. They can help you make sense of any jargon and job titles you’ll come across. They can also make sure you and your family have all the information and help you may need. For more information please visit their website by following the link https://contact.org.uk/
Sungate Holiday Home - Bath
Sungate Holiday Home is a three bedroom bungalow in Bath, that sleep five people, and has been adapted to be a relaxing and reviving space with Autism Friendly Features. For more information please follow the link https://sungatebath.co.uk/
