Why SEND Transition Often Feels Like a Cliff Edge
For many families of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), the journey through childhood education can feel intense but structured. There are schools, annual reviews, professionals, therapies, and systems that – despite their challenges – provide some level of framework and support. Then adulthood approaches. And for many families, it suddenly feels […]
What a good post-16 pathway actually looks like
When we talk about ‘post-16 pathways’, we often jump straight to options — college, apprenticeships, supported internships. But a good pathway isn’t defined by the setting. It’s defined by whether it genuinely prepares a young person for adulthood, independence, and meaningful participation in society. For young people with SEND, this distinction matters even more. So […]