Supporting families with
children on the autism spectrum
in and around Bath
What is autism?
Useful Links and Contacts (No longer updated)
FACES
Facebook Group - Closed group.
General information
National Autistic Society: www.autism.org.uk
National Government
SEND Guide for Parents and Carers
SEND Code of Practice - explains the duties of local authorities, health bodies, schools and colleges to provide for those with special educational needs.
Local Authority
Bath & NE Somerset Council
Homepage for Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND): www.bathnes.gov.uk/localoffer
Searchable resource for services and support: www.rainbowresource.org.uk
SEND Partnership (formerly Parent Partnership): Source of free confidential and impartial information, advice and support about matters relating to special educational need or disability, including health and social care.
Family Information Service: There to answer enquiries about a range of family related issues, childcare, parenting support, benefits, schools and more.
Local Support
National Autistic Society Local Branches.
National Autistic Society Local Services
Butterflies-Haven. Support group based in Keynsham
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Bath & NE Somerset Carers' Centre - helping those who care for others with expert advice, breaks from caring, emotional support and understanding.
Bath and NE Somerset Autism Advice Service (for adults)
Support and Training for Parents
Fosse Way School Support Services for Parents
Fosse Way School Training Courses for Parents
Local Activities
Nick Dewfall (walking football) www.twitter.com/nickdfitness
Wheels for All Cycling: www.bathnes.gov.uk/wheelsforall
Time2Share socal events: www.time2share.org.uk
Bath Rugby Foundation Inclusive After School Sports Club
Bath Area Play Project: http://www.bapp.org.uk/
Little Theatre Cinema - occasional autism-friendly screenings.
Dimensions - autism friendly screenings in Odeon, Vue and Cineworld cinemas.
Statutory Advice and Guidance
Assistance with the process of applying for an Education, Heal;th and Care (EHC) Plan (formely known as a Statement of Special Needs) to unlock additional support in school.
Independent Parental Special Education Advice (known as IPSEA): www.ipsea.org.uk
National Autistic Society pages on EHC Plans
Local Specialist Schools
State Schools
Mendip School (Radstock for 2015/6 until new buildings completed. Then in Shepton Mallet for 2016/7)
Priory Group Schools