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Autism
Croydon’s local offer of services for children & Young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and disabilities – WINTER 2015
AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP Support group for Parents, Families and Carers of Adults and Teenagers with Autism. Provides a space to talk about issues. Regular guest speakers on subjects of interest. Refreshments provided. The group meets on the last Monday of each month from 6.30pm-8.00pm at Chatsworth Hall, 1 Chatsworth Road, Croydon, CR0 1HEFor more details/information please call Paul Wallingford
[ 0208 255 5473
/ [email protected] your caring role would make it difficult for you to attend, please call to discuss further.
COUNCILLOR ANDREW RENDLE’S AUTISM WEBPAGE Councillor Andrew Rendle, Croydon’s ‘Autism Champion’, has created a ‘one-stop shop’ of information and advice for autism on Croydon Councils website. His vision was to create a one-stop shop to bring together everyone that is touched by autism and at the same time raise awareness in the general population
Y www.croydon.gov.uk/healthsocial/adult-care/aschealth/autism-0
CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES TEAMThe team provides a specialist service for children and young people with disabilities, aged 0-18, and their families who require support over and above what is available through universal and community services. They work closely with other services such as health, education and community organisations.
Eligibility: Children and young people aged 0-18 with a permanent and substantial physical and/or learning disability. This includes profound multiple disabilities, disabilities associated with complex health problems, severe sensory impairments
How to get an assessment: A referral for an assessment can be made by anyone, including a parent/ carer, a GP, health visitor etc. For children and young people aged under 18 please contact:
Services: Following an assessment a recommendation will be presented to the resource allocation panel which will use the assessment to make a decision on whether specialist services may be provided.
Services available include: Short breaks and help with equipment and adaptations can be provided through the assessment process:
• Individual support - one-to-one individual support is provided in the community or the family home to support the child/ young person with their personal care, play, leisure activities, independence skills etc. It helps the child to socialise or take part in a community activity such as swimming, sports and leisure activities and give the parent a break. It increases opportunities for youngsters to be included in activities that interest them including universal services open to all children.
• One-to-one support to help a young person attend mainstream activities. Short breaks are provided in the community or in the child’s home, offering three hours a week support per family with a one-to-one worker. The aim is to develop the child’s independent living skills and increase their inclusion in social and leisure activities.
• Calleydown short break unit provides specialist overnight and day care for disabled children. For more details go to:
Y www.croydon.gov.uk/healthsocial/families/cyp-disabilities/residential
• Summer and half term schemes during school holidays; Saturday schemes, term-time only - for more details go to the shortbreaks pages of our website where you will find lots of information on Croydon’s short breaks and activities for children and young people.
Y www.croydon.gov.uk/healthsocial/families/cyp-disabilities/short-breaks
Equipment and adaptations - can be organised if a child has a substantial and permanent disability that requires aid equipment or adaptations to your home - see the “equipment toys and adaptations” leaflet for more information.
LOCAL AND NATIONAL SUPPORT
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CROYDON’S LEARNING DIFFICULTIES AND DISABILITIES YOUTH PROJECT Eligibility: Children and young people aged 9 – 25 with learning difficulties and disabilities Referrals: Self -referral or from parents, carers, schools, colleges, Children with Disabilities team or Adult Services.
What the service does: Provides specialist social and positive activities for children and young people with learning difficulties and disabilities. There are 6 youth projects running per week around the borough including after school and evening provisions. The service tries to be as inclusive as possible and is offered to all young people with additional needs; however they cannot offer 1-2-1 support. Carers are welcome to attend to support those individuals so that they may still socialise with other young people.
The service offers: • Information advice and guidance
around education, employment, training and relationships.
• Teams games and sports – to promote healthy living and working together
• Planning and cooking healthy meals- to encourage healthy eating and independent skills
• Youth forums – to encourage decision making from our y/p which in turn, it is hoped, will influence decision makers
• Off -site trips and residentials – to promote independent travel and being away from home
• Arts and music projects-to build confidence and help young people discover new skills. Contact: For suitability of placement contact Paul Funnell on: [ 07990 790183 or email
NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETYThe NAS Croydon Resource Centre provides information, advice and, support to parents and carers of children and young people with autism in Croydon. They offer home visits that include practical strategies for coping as well as information and advice; workshops on autism related issues; a quarterly Dad’s Club covering autism related topics and giving an opportunity to meet with other dads; family Groups for fun days and outings in the school holidays; after school clubs family support workers that work with families of children from 0 to 19 years with autism.Contact: General enquiries [ 020 3326 1200Family Support Workers:Sarah Omari [ 020 8662 4664
/ [email protected] Linda Townsend[ 020 8662 4661
/ [email protected] after school clubs bookings: [ 020 8662 4665
CROYDON YOUTH PHAB Eligibility: Inclusive youth club for disabled and non-disabled people aged 11-25. Club members have a range of communication, learning and access needs. The club provides arts, leisure and sport activities at day long club sessions every other Saturday. Young people have the opportunity to develop their life skills through cooking sessions, and they are encouraged to stay fit and healthy through physical activity. There is an emphasis on arts (music, drama, dance and visual arts) which helps young people to express themselves. There is a Club Leader
supported by a deputy and a team of volunteers who support club members with joining in activities and with prompts. However they cannot provide personal care – young people needing this support should be accompanied by a carer. 1-2-1 support cannot always be guaranteed for the whole club session. Bi-weekly. Waddon Youth Centre, 85 Waddon Way, Waddon, CR0 4HY
Y www.croydonyouth.phab.org.uk
PRISMPRISM is an umbrella group that includes the National Autistic Society, Parents in Partnership, Jubilee Parenting and Woodlands Children’s Centre. New services have been introduced including Chill and Chat Special; Stay and Play; Family Outings; Dad’s clubs; outreach workers; workshops at ASD resource bases; post diagnosis follow-up appointments in partnership with CAMHS; parenting programmes.[ 020 8663 5626
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Other advice, guidance and support specifically for autism
AMBITIOUS ABOUT AUTISMProvides services, raises awareness and understanding, and campaign for change.Address: The pears national centre for autism education, Woodside Avenue, London N10 3JA
[ 0208 815 5444
Y www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk
ASPERKIDSAK is an all-in-one-place “spectrum” of smart ideas & sassy tips for teens, parents & professionals written by bestselling (Aspie) author, Jennifer O’Toole
Y http://asperkids.com
AUTISM ALL STARSOrganises fun, inclusive events to raise funds, raise autism awareness and most importantly, to raise the self-esteem of people on the spectrum.
Autism All Stars
Y www.autism-all-stars.org
AUTISM EDUCATION TRUSTThe Autism Education Trust (AET) is funded by the Department of Education (DfE) and was founded by Ambitious about Autism (formally TreeHouse), The Council for Disabled Children (CDC) and The National Autistic Society (NAS).
The AET helps raise awareness of the importance of appropriate educational provision for children and young people on the autism spectrum through a range of dedicated events, information sharing conferences, web based resources and ongoing research and project work.Contact: AET, c/o National Autistic Society, 393 City Road, London EC1V 1NG, UK[ 0207 903 3650
AUTISM SERVICE – CROYDON CARE SOLUTIONS Based at 1 Chatsworth Hall, Chatsworth Rd, CR0 1HE, Croydon. They offer a range of support options and solutions to individuals on the autism spectrum and their families and carers. They are part of the larger Croydon Care Solutions company offering support options and equipment to a wide range of individuals requiring our support.
[ 0208 255 5473
Y www.croydon-care-solutions.com
BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES (BILD)Events, conferences, books and journals providing information to spread good practice. In particular see the ‘Good Autism Practice Journal’ (published twice a year) written by practitioners, academics, parents and people with autism, the journal encourages good and innovative practice in supporting children and adults with autism and Asperger’s syndrome
Contact: BILD, Birmingham Research Park, 97 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2SQ
[ 0121 415 6960
[ Fax: 0121 415 6999
Y www.bild.org.uk
BURGESS AUTISM TRUST Raise awareness and provide practical and emotional support to both people with the condition and their carers and families. They make an assessment of your requirements, make recommendations and estimate costs where it is appropriate. They also hold social groups and activities to help share experiences and gain mutual support and offer training such as anxiety management and parent and family training.Contact: Burgess Autistic Trust, 164a Lee High Road, Lewisham, London, SE13 5PLOur office is open from 09:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday. You can contact us by:[ 020 8464 2897[ Fax: 020 8464 2994
ESPA AND ESPA RESEARCHEducation and Services for People with Autism. The majority of services provided are based in the North of England however where possible they will help families around the UK with: • Independent Specialist Further
Education College• Residential Care• Supported Living• Domiciliary support• Floating support
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• Transition houses• Day service• University support programme• Vocational TraineeshipESPA Research is a not-for-profit subsidiary of ESPA dedicated to undertaking high-quality research into autism and related conditions all for the public benefit. Their website has various publications and blogs offering information and advice.Contact: ESPA Head Office: 2A Hylton Park, Hylton Park Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR5 3HD[ 0191 516 5080
/ [email protected] Research:
Y www.espa-research.org.uk
FOREST BOOKSA leading provider for over 24 years of books and resources for Special Educational Needs, Autism, Speech Language and Communication, Deafness, Sign Language and other related issues
[ 01594 833858
Y www.forestbooks.com
GINA DAVIES AUTISM CENTREProvides services to families, carers and professionals who are dealing with the challenges of autism among children. Provides practical methods and strategies that have been developed over many years by acclaimed autism expert, Gina Davies.
Y http://ginadavies.org
/ [email protected] [ 07920 046131
NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY CROYDON BRANCHThe NAS Croydon Branch Parent Group aims to reduce some of the isolation felt by those who have received a diagnosis or are waiting to receive a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder for a family member. We aim to provide:• Monthly coffee morning
• Advice and information• The opportunity to meet other
parents and carers in similar circumstances
• A friendly and supportive environment
Come and drop in to one of our sessions between 10am – 12 noonFor more information contact us:[ 07833 293 263
OAASISOrganisation providing information relevant to children on the Autistic Spectrum and Aspergers. Support provided for parents, carers, teachers and other professionals who care for children and young people with a range of learning disabilities. They also produce publications on a wide range of other learning disabilities.[ 0800 197 3907[ Fax: 01590 622 687
Y www.oaasis.co.uk
PEACHInformation and support for parents of children with autism.[ 01344 882 248
RESEARCH AUTISMUndertakes research into autism interventions.
Y www.researchautism.net
THE AUTISM EDUCATION TRUST Provides resources and training for professionals, parents, carers and children and young people with autism. There are three separate programmes for schools, early years settings and post 16 provision. The AET also provides practical tools for use in schools, early years settings and post 16 provision. Many of these resources are free and include Ofsted friendly self-review materials. Contact: AET, c/o National Autistic Society, 393 City Road, London EC1V 1NG, UK.
Find out all about our offer and get access to our online resources at:
Y www.autismeducationtrust.org.uk [ 0207 903 3650
TREATING AUTISMA charity that provides information and support to families and individuals affected by autism with the aim of improving their quality of life.Contact: Treating Autism, International House, 24 Holborn Viaduct, London, EC1A 2BN
Y http://treatingautism.co.uk
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SPECIALIST EARLY YEARS PROVISION Other Early Years providers detailed in the Local Offer ‘Services and Support for very young children and their families – including early years education and childcare’ leaflet are open to children with Autism, however those listed below specifically take children with autism.
WILLOW TREE NURSERYAt Gilbert Scott School provides a setting for children with severe learning difficulties and autism.Contact: Gilbert Scott Primary School, Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 8HD[ 020 8657 4722
Y www.gilbertscott.croydon.sch.uk
WINTERBOURNE CHILD DEVELOPMENT UNITAt Winterbourne School is an assessment nursery for children with moderate delay and a combination of speech, language and social interaction difficulties. Some children may have a diagnosis of autism.Contact: Winterbourne Nursery and Infant School, Winterbourne Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon, CR7 7QT[ 0208 689 7684As places are limited, admission to specialist Early Years provision is managed through a central process within Croydon council. This ensures that each child is considered equally and fairly based on their educational needs. For copies of the admissions criteria please contact the Early Years SEND team.
/ [email protected][ 020 8604 7263
sPECIALIST EDUCATION PROVISIONListed below are some of the schools that specifically take children and young people with autism. Please see the ‘Specialist Education Provision’ Local Offer leaflet for details of all specialist education provision in and around Croydon. For details of other Post-16 Specialist provision in and around Croydon please see the ‘Post-16 Education – Colleges, Further Education and University’ Local Offer Leaflet.
Special Schools – Maintained by Croydon Council
There are a number of special community schools in Croydon maintained by the Local Authority. Entry to these schools is through application to the SEN team, and all pupils will have a statement/Educational Health and Care Plan. Each school offers different types of specialist support, and their offer of services can be seen on their website.
CHAFFINCH BROOKA special community school for girls and boys with autism and challenging behaviour. Age range: 5-11Contact: 32 Morland Road, Addiscombe, Croydon, CR0 6NA
/ [email protected][ 020 8325 4612
BENSHAM MANORA special community school for boys and girls with moderate learning difficulties and autism. Age range: 11-16Contact: Ecclesbourne Road, Thornton Heath, Surrey, CR7 7BN[ 020 8684 0116
Y www.benshammanor.com
PRIORY SCHOOLA special community school for boys and girls with severe learning difficulties and autism. Age range: 11-19• Priory School (11-16)
Contact: Hermitage Road, Upper Norwood, London SE19 3QN
[ 020 8653 7879 or 020 8653 8222
Y www.priorycroydon.org.uk • Priory Post-16 Centre
Contact: Hermitage Road, Upper Norwood, London SE19 3QN [ 020 8653 7879 or 020 8653
8222
RED GATESA special community school for boys and girls with severe learning difficulties and autism. Age range: 4-11Contact: Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 8HD[ 020 8651 6540
Y www.redgates.croydon.sch.uk
ST GILESA special community school for boysand girls with physical disabilitiesand complex medical needs acrossthe ability range from profoundand multiple learning difficulties tomoderate learning difficulties.Age range: 4–19Contact: 207 Pampisford Road,South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 6DF[ 020 8680 2141
Y www.st-gilesschool.co.uk
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Enhanced Learning provision in Croydon – Mainstream Schools: Primary
‘Enhanced learning provision’ is a term that is used to describe specialist provision in a mainstream school for pupils with a significant level of special needs. Admission to these is through Croydon Council’s SEN team.
CASTLE HILL ACADEMYSupport for children with autism spectrum disorders. Age range: 4-11.Contact: Dunley Drive, New Addington, Croydon, CR0 0RJ[ Early Years: 01689 842002[ Middle Years: 01689 843148
Y www.castlehillacademy.co.uk
KENSINGTON AVENUE PRIMARYSupport for children with autistic spectrum disorders. Age range: 4-11.Contact: Kensington Avenue, Thornton Heath, Surrey, CR7 8BT[ 020 8764 2923
Y www.kensingtonavenueprimary.co.uk
Enhanced Learning provision in Croydon – Mainstream Schools: Secondary
Admission is through Croydon Council’s SEN team.
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL (THE SPECTRUM CENTRE)Support for pupils with autistic spectrum disorders and communication difficultiesAge range: 11-16Contact: Fairchildes Avenue, New Addington, Croydon, CR0 0AH[ 01689 842 545
Y www.meridianhigh.london
OASIS ACADEMY ARENAFrom September 2016, Oasis Academy Arena will have a designated unit for students with Autism Spectrum Condition or Disorder.Contact: Albert Road, London, SE25 4QLAcademy: Oasis Academy Trust [ 020 8240 6700
Y www.oasisacademyarena.org
OASIS COULSDON (THE OZONE)Support for pupils with autistic spectrum disorders. Age range: 11-19Contact: Homefield Road, Old Coulsdon, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 1ES[ 01737 551 161
Y www.oasisacademycoulsdon.org
ST NICHOLASA special community school for boys and girls with moderate learning difficulties and autism. Age range: 4-11Contact: Reedham Drive, Old Lodge Ln, Purley, Surrey CR8 4DN[ 020 8660 4861
Y www.st-nicholas.croydon.sch.uk
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Out of Borough and Independent SchoolsThe Majority of children and young people with special educational needs will attend either a mainstream school or one of Croydon’s special schools or enhanced learning provision resources.
Wherever possible, it is our intention to find a placement for a child or young person with special educational needs within their local community. However, in exceptional circumstances, we may consider placing a child or young person outside of their local community.
Placement in any of these types of school is through Croydon Council’s SEN team.
Other Local Authority Schools
CLIFTON HILLA special school for pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties, and autism. Age range: 10-19. Based in Caterham, Surrey.[ 01883 347740
Y www.cliftonhillschool.co.uk
CRICKET GREENA special school for pupils with moderate and severe learning difficulties, autism and speech and language needs. Age range: 4-19. Based in Mitcham.
[020 8640 1177
Y www.cricketgreen.merton.sch.uk
RIVERSIDEA special school for pupils with severe or profound learning difficulties including autism. Age range: 5-19. Based in Bromley.
[ 020 8639 0079
Y www.riversideschool.org.uk
THE GLEBEA foundation secondary special school for pupils with moderate to severe learning difficulties and autism. Age range: 11-19. Based in Bromley.
[ 020 8777 4540
Y www.glebe.bromley.sch.uk
TURNEYA special school for pupils with speech and language difficulties, autism and moderate or severe learning difficulties. Age range: 5-16. Based in West Dulwich, Lambeth.
[ 020 8670 7220
Y www.turneyschool.co.uk
Independent SchoolsApproved Educational EstablishmentsThe Department for Education has a register of approved educational establishments in England and Wales. The register includes independent schools, academies, free schools, LA maintained schools, special schools and colleges.
Y www.gov.uk/government/publications/section-41-secretary-of-state-approved-list
The National Association of Independent Schools and Non-Maintained Special Schools provides details on member schools and information on a range of issues relevant to special needs
Y www.nasschools.org.uk
Y www.gov.uk/government/publications/independent-and-non-maintained-special-schools
INSPECTION REPORTSThe Department for Education provides guidance on where to find inspections reports on independent schools
Y www.gov.uk/types-of-school/private-schools
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INDEPENDENT LIVINGBelow is a list of autism specific services relating to independent living. For further aspects of independent living please see the ‘Independent Living’ Local Offer leaflet or visit:
Y www.croydon.gov.uk/sendoffer
AUTISM SERVICEEligibility: For adults with Autism who also have a learning disability.Referrals: Referrals are made by the Joint Community Learning Disability Team. Self-referrals are also accepted.What the service does:• The service works closely with
families, using their knowledge and experience to develop the most appropriate support for each individual attending the service. The service supports individuals to develop coping mechanism for their autism which allows them to develop in all areas of their life, this is achieved through person centred social, leisure and learning activities. The service is co-ordinated with other organisations, care managers and particularly speech and language therapist to develop communication methods for each individual. A financial assessment will be carried out to see if you must pay towards the services you receive.
To apply for support please use the details below:• Croydon Day Opportunities Ltd
[ 020 86889305
CHERRY ORCHARD DAY SERVICEEligibility: Young people aged 16+ and adults with moderate and severe learning disabilities including autism; those with complex health needs. Referrals are usually made by a care manager. Clients can self-refer if they are able to self-fund.What the service does: The service supports adults with severe,
complex and multiple learning disabilities. Clients are enabled to be as independent as possible through their participation in sessions such as music therapy, swimming, and sensory sessions.Each client has Key Worker who supports the client and parents/ carers. Contact: 171 St James Road, Croydon, CR0 2BYCroydon Day Opportunities Ltd
[ 020 86889305
Y www.croydon-care-solutions.com
NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETYProvides a range of services including supported living for people in their own homes, residential services, support centres and outreach services for adults with autism and Asperger syndrome. There is a focus on life skills, social activities and education, helping to build confidence in becoming independent.Contact: National Autistic Society, Croydon services, Coney Hall, 40a Croydon Road, West Wickham, Kent BR4 9HT
[ 020 3326 1200
Y www.autism.org.uk/croydon
LeisureActivities provided in the Local Offer Leisure Leaflet are open to children and young people with Autism, however those listed below are specifically autism friendly
CROYDON NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY (NAS)Fun days and outings in school holidays, after school clubs,
[ 020 8662 4665
Museums
TINCTURE OF MUSEUMSome museums offer autism friendly events and workshops in and around London. For more information visit:
Y http://tinctureofmuseum.wordpress.com/autism-in-museums-events
Cinemas
DIMENSIONS
Details of autism-friendly screenings at Cineworld, VUE, ODEON and Showcase cinemas
Y www.dimensions-uk.org/support-services/autism-care/autism-friendly-screenings/autism-friendly-screenings-vue/#cinemas
VUE CINEMAAutism friendly screens and Audio description equipment for visually impaired.
Y www.myvue.com/accessibility
[ Customer Services team on 08712 240 240 pressing 0 (zero) to speak to an operator between the hours of 09.00-22.00 (Calls cost 10p a minute from BT, other networks may vary)
HealthPlease see the ‘Health’ Local offer leaflet for details of Health services within Croydon. The following are specific health services relating to autism.
ASPIDEBI Debi Brown writer of “The Aspie Girl’s Guide to Being Safe with Men”, Autism and Asperger Syndrome website
Ywww.aspiedebi.com
MY HOSPITAL PASSPORTThe National Autistic Society has produced a resource called ‘My Hospital Passport’ for people with autism who might need hospital treatment. The passport is designed to help people with autism to communicate their needs to doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
Y www.autism.org.uk/living-with-autism/out-and-about/my-hospital-passport.aspx
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