Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Assessments

The council is responsible for carrying out statutory assessments and issuing and maintaining education and health care plans (EHCP). An EHCP describes a child’s difficulties and specifies the provision needed to meet their needs.

Home to school transport for children with SEND

The council can provide information on the transport services available for children with special needs when travelling to and from home to school and on the guidelines regarding eligibility for this service.

Disabled students

The student finance section at Tower Hamlets works in partnership with the Student Loan Company under the banner of Student Finance Direct to provide financial support for eligible disabled students taking higher education courses.