Children are permitted to move between parents’ houses for the purpose of contact. However, the guidance states that the decision to do this must be made carefully and after making “a sensible assessment of the circumstances, including the child’s present health, the risk of infection and the presence of any recognised vulnerable individuals in one household or the other.”
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My child had exceptional teaching arrangements, can they still access this during COVID-19?
The EA has made arrangements for remote access to teaching online, over the phone or via provision of learning packs for children who currently have exceptional teaching arrangements in place and have indicated that all families will be contacted by their local provider. Further information can be found here.
Can my child still access ETI Information and Resources during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The Education and Training Inspectorate have collated a set of information and remote learning resources for children with SEN who attend special schools. This information, which includes visuals aids, daily activities and information about useful websites can be accessed here.
Are EA Pupil Support Services still available during the COVID-19 pandemic?
EA’s Pupil Support Services such as literacy support, ASD Support, Services for children who have hearing or visual impairments and Early Years support are available but may have adapted the way that services are provided. A number of EA Services have a range of specific materials that you can use at home with your children, as well as contact details if you need to seek advice. This information can be accessed here.
Can I still make an appeal to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST) during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The SENDIST is operating on a limited basis due to the outbreak of coronavirus. Parental SEN Appeals and Disability Discrimination Claims should still be filed by parents as usual and these are being registered and processed.
Cases which are ready for hearing are currently being offered by having a hearing on the papers alone; by teleconference or secure video-link, or by waiting for a face to face oral hearing (which may be delayed). We strongly recommend that you take legal advice before agreeing to any form of hearing other than a face to face oral hearing.
CLC legal advisers are working as usual and can provide advice about how to proceed in individual cases. You can call us on 08088085678 or email info@childrenslawcentre.org