When your child leaves school

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In England and Wales, during year 9 (or when your child is 14) the annual review of the statement must include the drawing up of a Transition Plan to prepare for post-16 education. If you live in England this review must involve the Connexions Service which offers guidance to young people. If you live in Wales, Careers Wales will be involved.

Understandably, many parents are concerned about their child's future after leaving full-time education. There are, however, many colleges of further education that are able to accept disabled students on their mainstream courses. There are also special courses which aim to ease the transition from school to further education or employment. Some courses focus on helping young people towards independent living, including training on home management, personal relationships and accessing leisure facilities.

The Transition Plan should include a comprehensive review of a young person's needs as they approach adulthood. This should go beyond education and training needs. Parents, young people, their advocates and a cross-section of professional staff should be involved in the process. The Transition Plan must be reviewed annually.

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