Young people
Email this pageIf you live in Essex and are under 25 years old, we offer a free, confidential and impartial service which provides support, guidance and information to young people who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
How SEND IASS can help you
If you are having problems with your education we can give you some help, support or advice to help sort it out. We may also be able to help with health or social care issues if they are related to your education.
SEN Support
Find out what SEN support is available to you and how we can help.
Your Guide to an Education, Health & Care Needs Assessment
Learn more about EHC Needs Assessments and how an EHC Plan may help you.
Your Guide to Education Health & Care (EHC) Plans
Children and young people who need extra help with learning may need an Education, Health and Care plan.
Your Guide to Suspensions and Permanent Exclusions
Explaining the types of exclusion and advice and support around what you can do if you are suspended or permanently excluded
Can I apply for transport?
Advice and support if you are unable to travel in the same way as others in your area.
Preparing for Adulthood - Independence, Training and Employment
Information on independence, further education, training and employment opportunities
University Support
Information on applying and moving to university and Disabled Student Allowance
Information links for young people
Information on understanding your rights, things to do, someone to listen to your worries and more