Post 16
The Council for Disabled Children (CDC) in partnership with the Department for Education has produced a series of fact sheets, films and posters designed to help children and young people understand some of the key themes of the new SEND reforms.
Compulsory Education
There is an expectation for young people to remain in Education until they are 18 years old. Although this does not mean you have to remain at school, and you can explore other options. Young people who are 16 or 17 can work but they must -
- Take a job with training - for example an Apprenticeship or
- Take a part-time course while they are at work
Further Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) support
A young person with an education, health and care plan (EHCP) will continue to share their views to help shape their future and they are likely to need support to help them with this. They can access education, health and care support up to the age of 25.
Within Year 11, if you have SEN support or an Education Health and Care plan (EHCP) you will be referred through your school to Connexions careers service to discuss transition planning to post 16 education and training. The below options will be discussed in further detail with you and your parent/carer. You will be provided with advice and guidance on your options to ensure you are making informed decisions. You and your parent/carer will be directed to appropriate provision that matches with the young person’s aspirations.
Post Compulsory Education (after Year 11)
- Stay in education, but not necessarily at the same school – although many young people in special schools do choose to stay where they are until they are 19 years old
- Go to college for a full-time education course or to do a Study Programme.
- Do a Study Programme or Traineeship with a training provider.
- Take an Apprenticeship or job with regular training.
- Undertake a Supported Internship.
- Take part in a Supported Employment programme.
- Volunteer and train at the same time.
- Take a job, become self-employed or do some volunteering – and do some part time study.
- Undertake a ‘package’ of provision and support across education, health and care that is appropriate to meet your needs and covers 5 days a week.
Please click the links on this page to find out more information about Post 16 related services.