Proposed SEND Strategy 2025 to 2028
The proposed Medway SEND Strategy for 2025 to 2028 outlines our approach to make sure children and young people with SEND in Medway get the help they need to do their best and be happy members of the community.
The strategy has been co-produced with:
- children and young people
- Medway’s Parent and Carer Forum
- education partners
- health care providers
- social care providers
- SEND teams.
Purpose of the strategy
The strategy outlines how the partnership will address the challenges faced by children and young people with SEND in Medway.
It sets out how local area partners will work together to ensure that they get the right help at the right time, so they can succeed just like everyone else.
It identifies the barriers that create social exclusion for children and young people with SEND, such as:
- physical environments
- attitudes
- communication styles
- institutional practices.
By removing these barriers, the strategy advocates greater equality, independence and choice for Medway’s children, young people and their families.
Our goal
Our goal is to make an inclusive and fully integrated system of support for children and young people with SEND in Medway.
We want to make sure children and young people with SEND can reach their full potential and are included as valued members of the community.
Strategy themes
The Medway SEND Strategy 2025 to 2028 sets out the following themes:
- inclusive education and communities
- integrated, collaborative services
- prevention, early identification, and intervention
- empowered young people and their families
- preparation for adulthood
- development and training.
Inclusive education and communities
We want schools, services and communities to be welcoming to everyone.
We'll work on:
- making buildings more accessible
- changing negative attitudes
- improving communication
- stopping unfair practices.
We want children and young people with SEND to feel accepted and have the same chances to join in activities as everyone else.
Integrated, collaborative services
We want to provide holistic, child-centred support. Education, health and social care services will be working together to provide this support.
Prevention, early identification, and intervention
We want to spot SEND needs as early as possible to provide support quickly. This aims to reduce the risk of long-term negative outcomes for children and young people.
Services working with children and young people will also be skilled at prevention and early intervention. This is to make sure the right support is in place as soon as possible.
Empowered young people and their families
We want children, young people, and their families to have an active voice in shaping their support and future.
Education, health and care plans (EHCPs) and support plans will reflect what children and families want and any changes in their needs.
Families will have access to the information and resources to navigate the SEND support system with confidence.
Preparation for adulthood
We want children and young people with SEND to be well-prepared for adulthood. Access to independent living, continued education, and community participation are all part of this.
Clear pathways will be put in place to support the transition from children's services to adult services, making sure they have continued care.
Opportunities to learn life skills and engage with the community will help young people live fulfilling lives.
Development and training
We want all people living, working with, and caring for children and young people with SEND, to have the right skills and knowledge to give the best support.
A well-trained workforce will ensure fair outcomes for SEND children across all services. Parents and carers will also be prepared to meet their child's needs.
Have your say
Find out how you can have your say on the proposed SEND Strategy.