Childcare and extended services - briefing for new and exsiting providers supported by Sure Start

This issue considers the development of accessible childcare for disabled children as part of the core offer of extended services in and around schools. Government guidelines for extended services emphasise the importance of developing opportunities that are inclusive, and focus on improving outcomes for the most disadvantaged children. “Children with disabilities or special educational needs must be able to access all new services".

With Information on:

• Welcoming ethos and attitude
• Training, staff development and support
• Listening to children, young people, families and
  staff in a range of services
• Funding and charging, ensuring sustainability and reliability of services
• Understanding the legal context including DDA
  1995/2005
• Approaches to transport