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The Schools White Paper: What you need to know

The government has published its new white paper, setting out big changes for schools and support for children with SEND. These proposals make changes ...

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Amaze guidance on the use of AI in relation to your child’s SEND

In the last few months, Amaze has noticed that more of you are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for SEND ...

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Tips for a calmer Christmas if your child has SEND

We all know Christmas can be stressful – and this can be intensified when your child has special educational needs or a disability. So ...

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Help with the cost of Christmas

With the festive season upon us, we know that many families will be struggling to afford everyday expenses let alone Christmas. There is help ...

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SENDIASS guide to SEND tribunals

Amaze has heard from many families who are worried about long waits to have an appeal heard by the First-Tier (SEND) Tribunal. With waits ...

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Getting support over Christmas

We know the Christmas holidays can be a difficult time for many families. If you or your child are struggling to cope over ...

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Your rights as a carer

We know that many of our parents don’t consider themselves to be carers. But it’s important to recognise that the extra responsibilities you have ...

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Managing meetings and paperwork

When you have a child with additional needs, just managing their medical appointments, school meetings and disability benefits can seem like a full time ...

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How to make the most of therapy for children with SEND

When your child has additional needs, getting them to say words, take steps, sleep soundly, keep friends, or just stay well, can require extra ...

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Applying for a school in Brighton & Hove without an EHCP

Are you choosing a school without an EHCP? Are you thinking about using ‘compelling medical or other exceptional reasons’ to make the case for ...

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Getting support over the summer

We know the holidays can be a difficult time for many families, with reduced support, changes to routines, and stretched budgets. If you or ...

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Supported internships explained – what are they and who can get one?

St John’s College recently announced a new programme of Supported Internships to be delivered at the University of Sussex. They join a number of ...

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