What You Can Find on the Reading SEND Local Offer - www.readingsendlocaloffer.org

Education & Learning (0–25)

Information on childcare options including Ofsted‑registered provision and childminders offering SEND support. Reading Directory | Early Years & Childcare

Support around Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCPs) and Personal Budgets. Reading Directory | Education, Schools & Services

Information to help you understand schooling, specialist provision and how to access support.

Activities, Clubs & What’s On & Short Breaks

Listings of holiday clubs, events, leisure activities, and inclusive group sessions for children and young people with SEND across Reading. Reading Directory | Special Needs Activities

A wide range of social and community opportunities for young people, including those aged 16+. 

SEND Short Breaks Reading Directory | SEND Short Breaks (all ability activities)

SEND Local Offer Newsletter – Spring, Summer and Winter - Reading Directory | SEND Local Offer - Newsletter

Health & Social Care

Information on child and young person health services. Reading Directory | Health & Social Care

Guidance on how to access social care support, especially if your child has complex needs. 

Advice for families supporting young people who will eventually move from children to adult services.

Support for Families

Free newsletters and regular information emails to help keep you updated on new groups, services, events and opportunities. 

Access to local and national family support organisations. Reading Directory | Special Needs Support

Parent to Parent Support section, created directly in response to parent carer feedback to help families connect with others in similar situations. Reading Directory | Parent to Parent Support

Preparing for the Future Reading Directory | Transition 16-25 - Preparing for Adulthood

Although the Local Offer covers the full 0–25 age range, we also provide dedicated resources for families preparing for the move into adulthood, such as:

Help with post‑16 education, training and employment pathways. Reading Directory | Listings in Education & Training

Preparing for Adulthood resources, including guides and videos explaining the next steps. Reading Directory | Transition - Becoming an adult and preparing for the future

Support services like Reading Mencap’s Preparing for Adulthood Service for young people with Learning Disabilities and Autism (aged 16–25). Reading Directory | Reading Mencap – Preparing for Adulthood Service

Need More Support?

The SEND Local Offer Team is here to help with any questions, big or small.

You can contact them at:

localoffer@reading.gov.uk

0118 937 3777

They are available Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, and are always happy to support you in finding the right information and services for your child or young person.