Education for all (Inclusion)

How we work

How we work Paving the Way is a multidisciplinary team commissioned by Sutton Local Authority to support children and young people experiencing challenges in areas such as: Referrals to Paving the Way are made through schools. When a child is showing signs of difficulty and additional advice or support is needed, schools (in collaboration with […]

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Paving the Way (Early Intervention and Identification)

Paving the Way is a specialist early intervention and identification service that provides early support for primary-aged children (5-11 years), including those transitioning to secondary school in the London Borough of Sutton, who may be experiencing difficulties with social communication, attention and concentration, emotional regulation and anxiety. Working in partnership with schools, families, and professionals, […]

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Cognus Education Safeguarding Team attend Free Community Family Event at Tweeddale Children’s Centre

On Saturday 16th August 2025, the Education Safeguarding Team attended a free family event at Tweeddale Children’s Centre, organised by the Parenting Service and Volunteers, supported by Family Hub Staff. This is our safe space.  Look at the smile on my daughter’s face.  We haven’t been able to do a lot this summer as everything […]

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SEND Explainer Videos

Supporting your child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through transitions can be challenging, but you’re not alone. Sutton Council and Cognus Limited have launched this series of short, informative videos to provide support and guidance to parents and carers of children with SEND in Sutton, focusing on the transitions into primary school, secondary […]

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Attendance interventions

Attendance Interventions are broken down into three categories: voluntary, formal and statutory involvement. Our team work with schools to support appropriate consideration of support levels required. Where voluntary support is not having an impact on attendance improvement, schools can consider a more formal support.

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