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Welcome to Barnsley's Local Offer

Where families have access to the right information at the right time, allowing them to make informed choices about the services and support they receive.

The Local Offer is maintained by BMBC's Families Information Service.

If you can't find what you are looking for ring 0800 0345 340.


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Starting your SEND Journey

In this section, you will find out where to go and who to talk to if you have concerns your child has SEND.

Find a Service
Find local SEND services, find out how they can help and how to contact them
Find Things To Do
Search for local leisure activities or support groups
Find Parent Groups
Use the search to find parent groups in the Barnsley area
Disabled Children's Register (DCR)

In this section you will find out about the Disabled Children's Register (DCR) including

  • What it is,
  • Why you should join, and
  • How to join
Early Help for SEND Families
In this section you will find out what Early Help is and how it can help support you.
Childcare for a child with SEND


In this section you will find out about childcare for a child with SEND including:

  • Top tips for choosing childcare,
  • Help with childcare costs,
  • Free childcare for eligible 2 year olds
  • Support in settings
Short Breaks
In this section you will find out about
  • What a short break is,
  • How to check if you are eligible, and
  • How you can apply.
SEND Learning Opportunities (Opens in New Window)
In this section you will find a range of free courses for SEND young people, parents, carers and families 
Education Health & Care Plan (EHCP)


In this section you can find out:

  • What an EHCP is
  • How long it takes
  • What to do if you don't get an EHCP.
Get Involved
In this section you can find out how to get involved and have your say.
Money

In this section you will find information on:

  • Disability Living Allowance (DLA),
  • Motability,
  • Personal budgets
  • Permits & passes which can support you.
Becoming an Adult

In this section you can find:

  • What is meant by 'preparation for adulthood'
  • Moving from children to adult services
  • Things to consider by age
National Organisations (Opens in New Window)

Find trusted national organisations that can help you in your SEND journey


Contact us

Need help?

0800 0345 340 

infofis@barnsley.gov.uk

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Current ways to have your say
Click here to see the latest ways to get your voice heard.
Keeping you up to date with SEND improvements
click here to find out about the latest SEND improvements following the Inspection 
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BMBC Strategies
Click here to see current BMBC strategies.
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Family Service Directory
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