About SEND and Local Offer

West Sussex Local Offer is a service provided by the West Sussex County Council (WSCC). It lists local services and information for children and young people with additional needs or special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) from birth to 25, their families and professionals.

SEND areas of need

The areas of need for people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and how to support children and young people.

SEND jargon buster

Our glossary of commonly used SEND acronyms and what they stand for.

Legislation and statutory guidance

Details of the SEND code of practice, our strategy and information report and the Children and Families Act.

Local Offer privacy notice

How we handle data that you provide to the Local Offer.