Autism support

The National Autistic Society exists to champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and to ensure that they and their families receive quality services appropriate to their needs. The website includes information about autism and Asperger syndrome, the NAS and its services and activities. Click here: The National Autistic Society 

Parents whose children have special educational needs can appeal to the Special Needs & Disability Tribunal against decisions made by local education authorities (LEAs) in England about their children's education. Click here: SENDIST

SEN Legal are leading experts specialising in education law. Originally specialising in Appeals to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST) through out England and Wales, SEN Legal continues to handle well over 200 appeals to SENDIST a year. As a practice SEN Legal works routinely with families who have children with diagnosis on the Autistic Spectrum and emotional and behavioural difficulties such as School Refusal, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Attachment Disorders. Click here: SEN Legal

Ofsted inspects and regulates to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. Click here: Ofsted

 

Autism support

The Department for Children, Schools and Families leads work across Government to ensure that all children and young people: stay healthy and safe; secure an excellent education and the highest possible standards of achievement; enjoy their childhood; make a positive contribution to society and the economy; have lives full of opportunity, free from the effects of poverty. Click here: DCSF