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Special educational needs and disability (SEND) support
Activities and support for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND, and their families.
This directory includes council and NHS services, as well as charities and community groups.
For other services, for example childcare or private companies, go to Family Information Support.
The Sleep Charity
- 03303 530 541
- The Sleep Charity website
In partnership with Furniture Village, The Sleep Charity has launched a brand new National Sleep Helpline to ensure that everyone has access to high-quality, evidence-based sleep advice.
The Swan Centre
- Brighton Aldridge Community Academy, Lewes Road, Brighton, BN1 9PW
- The Swan Centre website
Contact the Swan Centre to find information, including how they support children and young people with SEND and a link to their Ofsted report.
Time Out
- 01273 293 610
Group for children with hearing loss and their families.
Time Out for ASC
- 01273 265 780
Course for parents who have children under 10 years old with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Together Co (previously Brighton & Hove Impetus)
- Brighthelm Centre, North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YD
- 01273 775888 (befriending) 01273 229382 (social prescribing) 01273 229386 (admin)
- Together Co (previously Brighton & Hove Impetus) website
Local charity that helps people who feel lonely or socially isolated.
Uncommon Minds
Online summer camps and clubs for neurodivergent teens.
University of Brighton
University offering undergraduate and post-graduate courses and degrees.
University of Sussex
University offering undergraduate and post-graduate courses and degrees.
Varndean College
Varndean College offers A-Level courses to sixth-form students in Brighton as well as a range of adult education courses suitable for all ages.
Varndean School
- Balfour Road, Brighton, BN1 6NP
- Varndean School website
Contact Varndean School to find information about the secondary school, including how they support children and young people with SEND and a link to their Ofsted report.
Virtual School for children in care or previously in care
- Moulsecoomb Hub South, Hodshrove Lane, Brighton
- 01273 293992
- Virtual School for children in care or previously in care website
Support service aiming to improve the educational and life success of children currently or previously in care.
Weight management clinic
- Seaside View Child Development Centre, Brighton General Hospital, Elm Grove, Brighton , BN3 3EW
- 01273 265 780
- Weight management clinic website
Specialist weight management service for children and young people with additional needs.