1. Looked After Children with SEN and Disability: implications of new joint statutory guidance Amanda Harvey, Assistant Director 26th March 2015

2. Disabled children are nine times more likely to become looked after than non-disabled children. About a quarter of all looked after children are disabled. 2/3rds of LAC have SEN more likely to be voluntarily accommodated rather than subject to a care order Worse educational, behavioural and emotional outcomes than looked after children generally (no research re: health outcomes) Most common type of SEN is ‘behavioural, emotional and social difficulties’ What we know about our LAC children with SEND

3. Joint commissioning Local offer Follow requirements set out in SEND COP Harmony, coordination and integration of assessments, plans and reviews Promoting the health and well-being of LAC children What the guidance says about children with SEND

4. Participation of children and young people with SEND Health Assessments should take account of any particular needs Role of Virtual School Head ad Designated Teachers Young Offenders Transitions and Leaving Care What else do we need to consider?

5. Visit our website: www.councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/councilfordisabledchildren Follow us on twitter: @CDC_tweets Get in touch