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Guerilla Mum: Surviving the Special Educational Needs Jungle

  • ISBN-13: 9781843109990
  • Publisher: JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
    Imprint: JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
  • By Ellen Power
  • Price: AUD $43.99
  • Stock: 0 in stock
  • Availability: This book is temporarily out of stock, order will be despatched as soon as fresh stock is received.
  • Local release date: 14/10/2010
  • Format: Paperback (229.00mm X 154.00mm) 160 pages Weight: 258g
  • Categories: Advice on parenting [VFX]
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Getting the educational provision you need for your special needs child can feel like an uphill struggle. This book offers clear guidance on how authorities such as Local Education Authorities, schools, the National Health Service and the Government function, what the law entitles your child to, and how you can fight most effectively for the education they need.Basing the book on her own experience of bringing up two sons with special educational needs, Ellen Power describes how she worked with - and in some cases challenged - the authorities to get the right education for her children. Outlining what she did, how she did it, and how you can do the same, she explains clearly the implications of the Special Educational Needs code of practice and the Disability Discrimination Act, as well as giving advice on diagnosis, assessment, and dealing with the authorities. Further sections look at how to address issues such as transition between schools, and bullying.Interweaving real-life experience with practical advice, Guerrilla Mum is essential reading for parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Author's Preface.; 1. Identifying Special Needs; 2. Assessment and Provision for Special Educational Needs - Getting an Appropriate Mainstream Education for your Special Needs Child; 3. The Statutory Assessment Process; 4. When 'Things Go Wrong'; 5. How to Complain Effectively; 6. How to Ensure your Child is Happy and Safe at School and Deal with Bullying; 7. Support for Carers; 8. Disability Discrimination Act - How is it Relevant to Your Child at School?; 9. Conclusions; 10. Resources.; 11. References. Index.
A very useful resource book, written in plain English. I would recommend it to parents who have children with special needs but also to student of any education and social care studies for a great overview of the system.
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