Education for all (Inclusion)
Coffee Morning for Parent/Carers of Deaf Children and Young People in Sutton
On Friday 19th June 2026, a coffee morning organised by Hearing and Vision Education Services (Cognus Ltd) and supported by Speech and Language Therapy was hosted by Rushy Meadow Primary School The event gave families a valuable opportunity to meet and connect with one another in a relaxed and supportive environment. Parent/carers were able to […]Read more on Coffee Morning for Parent/Carers of Deaf Children and Young People in Sutton
Guidance for Schools: Legal Interventions
Formal and Legal Interventions Most attendance concerns can be addressed through early identification, supportive engagement and partnership working with pupils and families. Where attendance does not improve despite appropriate support being offered, schools may need to consider formal or legal interventions in consultation with the Local Authority. Interventions should always be proportionate, evidence-based and supported […]Attendance Legal intervention
Formal and legal interventions may be considered where attendance concerns continue despite support and earlier interventions. Any decision to use these measures will be based on the individual circumstances of the child and family and whether the intervention is appropriate, proportionate and likely to improve attendance. Legal interventions may include: For Schools Guidance on legal […]Attendance Support for Parents and Carers
Regular school attendance gives children the best opportunity to learn, achieve and develop the skills they need for later life. Attending school every day helps children make progress in their learning, build friendships, develop confidence and feel part of their school community. Why Attendance Matters Every child has the right to a full-time education. Good […]Attendance Support for Children and Young People
Why Attendance Matters School isn’t just about lessons — it’s about your future and your wellbeing, you deserve the chance to do well — and going to school regularly helps make that happen. Going to school regularly helps you: Every day in school is a step towards your goals, even if it doesn’t feel like […]Read more on Attendance Support for Children and Young People
Attendance Support
Regular school attendance is important for children and young people’s learning, wellbeing and future opportunities. The Attendance Support Team works with schools and professionals to support and understand attendance concerns and provide the right support at the right time. Our approach is supportive, early and collaborative, with legal action used only where necessary and as […]Paving the Way Family Workshop – ‘Back to School’
The Paving the Way team welcomed 10 families to a workshop aiming to support the transition back to school. Together, we discussed our feelings of going back to school and created items to kick start the readiness for school. It was wonderful to see the children creating organisation tools, bookmarks and speaking supportively to themselves […]Read more on Paving the Way Family Workshop – ‘Back to School’
Research – stakeholder surveys
Reflective Safeguarding Supervision Summary – 2025-2026 How useful have you found the supervision sessions? 95% (21/22) – 5 stars (Very satisfied – exceeded expectation) 5% (1/22) – 3 stars (Satisfied) What supervision have you accessed this year? 27% (6/22) – Group supervision with other schools 18% (4/22) – Bespoke supervision for your school 55% (12/22) […]Autism Advice Services – For professionals, parents and carers
To request an appointment, please email theautismservice@cognus.org.uk with your name, the child's name and their school.
For Professionals, times available between:
Thursday 14th May, 9.30am-12.30pm
Friday 24th July, 8.30am-11.30am
Friday 4th September, 9.30am-12.30pm
For Parents and Carers, times available between:
Friday 15th May, 1.00pm-4.00pm
Wednesday 17th June, 9.30am-12.30pm
Wednesday 12th August, 12.30pm-3.30pm
Monday 14th September, 2.00pm-5.00pm
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