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Work!

Most students attending 51视频 School will not go on to full time employment in the future. Some may manage supported internships, voluntary work or part time employment. I have covered a lot of Preparation for Adulthood themes over the last few months but let鈥檚 start with the 4 strands

• Work and Education
• Remaining healthy
• Community Inclusion
• Living Independently

The NDTi places work at the top. However, the government Preparation for Adulthood policies are for all young people approaching adulthood, so are not SEN specific.

So, what do you need to consider for those who will not be able to take up paid work? Again, I have covered Universal Credit and the Limited Capacity for work element, formerly known as ESA (Employment Support Allowance)

Here is the link to the article in a previous blog:

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The government plans may impact on this, as they seek to reduce benefit costs. It remains to be seen what will happen, given that it is still at the consultation stage. I would urge those with students in Post 16 to look at this, particularly if your young person will need financial support. If you require further information please get in contact with me, complete the form below and I will make an appointment to discuss it with you on an individual basis. This is part of my 鈥渄rop in鈥� offer. I can offer face to face, TEAMS or telephone support.

If you are claiming benefits, receive additional benefits for your disabled child, these will stop when they reach the age of 20 or if they leave education/training. If they are unable to work, you will need to apply for Universal Credit for them in their own right.

I found the link below on Work Capacity Assessments and the descriptors and the points system which explain how a person might be deemed to have limited capacity for work related activity.

Toby Henderson Trust: Webinar

听Transitions, something many parents say are difficult for their children. Here鈥檚 an option.

鈥淥ur next free webinar for parents and carers is all about Autism and Transitions in Education settings and will be taking place via Zoom on Friday 23rd May from 9.30am-11am.

Your child might be preparing to move class, school or they might be transitioning to College or University which might be a massive change for you all. We want to help make this change as smooth as possible for you and your child so we’ll be sharing tips and resources that might help with starting this new chapter.

If you’d like to attend this session with us then please register by visiting our website: . You can also register your place by calling us on 0300 365 3055 or emailing us at support@ttht.co.uk鈥�.

Access Fund: Newcastle families only.

The Access Fund is a grant to help disabled children and young people to participate in activities in their local community. 听This can be any daytime, evening or weekend activity that the child or young person enjoys whilst their parent/carer has a break from caring.听听 The Access Fund seeks to support children and young people to take part in inclusive activities alongside their non- disabled peers.

The maximum that can be applied for is 拢400 per annum, but this could pay for activities like swimming, horse riding, music, gym membership as examples.

The Access Fund is open to any disabled child or young person living in Newcastle aged 0-25 years (inclusive) and who meets听at least one听of the following criteria:

• Child or young person in receipt of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• Young person in receipt of the standard or enhanced rates of Personal Independence Payment Daily Living component
• Child or young person subject to an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)

This fund used to be managed by the Nunsmoor Centre but is in the process of being handed over to another provider. Please direct any queries to the email address below in the meantime. I would appreciate any success stories too.

accessfund@newcastle.gov.uk

May half term will be here before we know it so, if you are looking for activities keep an eye on this and next week鈥檚 blogs.

听Alan Shearer Centre.

听Some repetition here, but in case you missed last week鈥檚 blog. I know hydrotherapy sessions are hard to find and for members this is free at the Alan Shearer Centre. They have revised the booking system to make it accessible to more people. See poster for details.

Smile Through Sport:

听May Half Term Holiday Activities

After a quick turnaround from the Easter half term, we are pleased to share our May half term holiday activity programme! If you are looking for some activities check out our sessions and book on!

Email info@smilethroughsport.com or book online at

Nerd Summer Fest Saturday 19^th July 2025

NERD ARCADE EVENTS
Bringing pop culture to a town near you through Cosplay, Movies, Magic, Gaming & Geeks!

Nerd Summer Fest this July 19th at Gateshead Stadium!

Fun for all the family: – Cosplay competitions, Retro Gaming zone, Movie Props, Movie /tv cars, Guests TBA, Geeky traders & so much more!
Tickets available from eventbrite and on the door on the day!

Here is a link to the event on Facebook:

Summer Fayre.

You can鈥檛 have missed the big reveal; that we are having a summer fayre on Saturday 21^st June from 11-14.00.

Huge thanks to those of you who have sent in donations already. If every parent, carer and staff member donated 1 bottle, 1 item of chocolate or, for those who can a raffle prize I would be so grateful.

The fayre is a great opportunity to mingle with the school community socially in a place familiar to your child/young person. We have always received positive feedback on previous fayres.

Do you have a small business and if so, would you be interested in a stall at the fayre? We are not taking food stalls as we will have a BBQ and hot food available at a reasonable cost.

If you are interested, we offer these at a reduced cost to families so get in touch with me.

Meeting:

The next FoPHS meeting is on Wednesday 14^th May from 9.30-11.00.

I will send a TEAMS link on Monday. The focus is likely to be the fayre.

Facebook page:

This is a closed group for family and friends of 51视频 School, where you can share news听and updates about school life. It is not for external professionals who may be working with families. To join, you need to answer the question stating your link with school.

Please note: this group is for sharing news and updates about school life and is not intended to discuss any issues around individual students, and as such all comments are moderated. If you have a particular issue or concern, please contact school directly on 0191 216 1811.

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