Children aged 0 to 4

Oxfordshire SEND local offer

Guidance and support for parents and carers of children aged 0 to 4 accessing SEND support.

Does my child have special educational needs?

You may worry that your child finds learning harder than other children of the same age. Somebody may have told you your child has special educational needs (SEN).

Find out what this means and what you can do next.

Find local advice

Find local health services

Your health visitor is there to help

You may have more questions than answers to start with, but your health visitor can offer practical support and advice.

Find a nursery

Any childcare provider is required by law to have a coordinator (SENDCO) whose job it is to ensure children with special educational needs and disabilities achieve the best possible educational outcomes.

Ask the right questions

Find specialist childcare

Find preschools and nurseries near you