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  1. 12 to 23 months

    From 12 months onwards, children start to explore and try out new things. They begin to move around the room independently and enjoy playing with toys by themselves for a short time. They are also communicating and developing their language skills. You can help your…
  2. 2-3 years

    Your child will do a lot of their development at this age. They become busy little people, running, walking up stairs, using their imagination when playing and will follow simple instructions like "bath time". The time between 2-3 years old is often known as the…
  3. 3-4 years

    Good communication is key to children's relationships and development. Your child is now becoming much more independent and will want to do more things by themselves, such as putting on their coat or getting in to the car. They will also want to talk and…
  4. 6-12 months

    Leading health experts around the world agree the first 1001 days of a child’s development influence a child’s future more than any other time in their life. From 6 to 12 months, your baby will be developing quickly, babbling, gesturing and recognising some words. They…
  5. Accessibility of Schools

    Under the 2010 Equality Act all schools have a duty to ensure that they are accessible to children and young people with SEND. This is underpinned by the idea of 'reasonable adjustments'. The Equality Act lists three requirements in relation to reasonable adjustments: where a…
  6. Activities and Things to do in Sandwell

    There is plenty of fun to be had in Sandwell! With lots of outdoors spaces for family time in the park, swimming at your local leisure centre or discovering something new in the libraries and museums, there is always something to do.
  7. Alternative Provision

    Alternative Provision provides education for children or young people, including those who cannot attend mainstream school due to social, emotional and mental health needs and medical needs. Additionally, it makes provision for those children and young people who are at risk of or have already…
  8. Apprenticeships and employment

    If you have special educational needs or a disability and are looking for work, there are lots of places you can find help Training and extra help finding work If you feel you may need a bit of extra support in a workplace or help…
  9. Asylum, Refugees and Resettlement Scheme

    Information, advice and support to help newly arrived families settle and feel welcomed in Sandwell. Newly arrived families, asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants should feel safe, respected and understood.  Families need support with accommodation, education, childcare, family support, health, benefits and employment. There is lots…
  10. Baby and toddler eating and mealtimes

    Mealtimes are often a time when children learn that they can gain some control over their parents. Parents may become concerned that their child is not eating enough and frustrated when their child refuses food and/or demand alternative meals. Most children go through a phase…

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