Preparing for adulthood PFA in Torbay
This page provides information and advice about moving from childhood into adulthood, known as 'Preparing for Adulthood' (PFA), and planning for your child's future.
Preparing for Adulthood (PFA) in Torbay
On this page, you’ll find information and practical advice about support for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Torbay school settings.
Preparing for Adulthood (PFA) in Torbay
This page provides information and practical advice about the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) appeals process and SEND tribunal.
Addressing Concerns About PFA
If you have concerns about PFA, speak to your child's school or setting. You can request a meeting to discuss planning and support available. Assistance is available to help you prepare for such meetings or reviews.
Aims of Preparing for Adulthood
The SEND Code of Practice describes PFA as preparing for:
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Higher Education or Employment: Exploring various employment options, including support for self-employment and assistance from supported employment agencies.
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Independent Living: Ensuring young people have choice, control, and freedom over their lives, support, living arrangements, and accommodation, including supported living.
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Participating in Society: Developing friendships, supportive relationships, and participating in the local community.
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Health and Well-being: Being as healthy as possible in adult life.
Transition Planning and Person-Centered Approach
Person-centered planning puts children and young people at the center of planning and decisions that affect them, making them active partners in the process. This approach can positively change their attitude, behavior, and learning.
Involvement in Planning
Transition planning should include:
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Representatives from the new school or setting.
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Professionals who know your child well.
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Current support staff working with your child.
Educational Needs During Transition
At age 16, consider what extra support the young person needs in their learning, training, or employment. Study programs should prepare them for the next stage of their lives. There is a duty to provide independent careers advice tailored to their SEND.
Health Needs During Transition
The transition age for health is usually 18, with some services starting at 17. A transition plan should be in place to move them to relevant adult services. If your child has an EHCP, it should be used to coordinate this transition. Children with SEND over 14 can request an annual health check through the NHS.
Social Needs During Transition
The transition age for social care is usually 18, with some services starting at 17. A transition plan should be developed to move them to relevant adult services. Under the Care Act 2014, the local authority must carry out an adult transition care assessment when it is of significant benefit. This assessment must include current and future care needs.
Useful Resources
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[Preparing for Adulthood (The National Development Team for Inclusion - NDTi)](https://www.ndti.org.uk/)
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[Annual Reviews in Year 9 and Beyond Advice (IPSEA)](https://www.ipsea.org.uk/)
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[Person-Centered Planning Advice (Council for Disabled Children - CDC)](https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/)
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[Becoming an Adult - How Our Help Changes (Torbay Council)](https://www.torbay.gov.uk/)
By considering these aspects and utilizing available resources, you can ensure your child has a well-supported transition into adulthood.
Help with physical or personal care needs.
One-to-one assistance with literacy, maths, or speech and language.
For more information on excel and support please see Torbay’s graduated response toolkit
This page provides information and practical advice about the EHC needs assessment process, existing EHCPs, and the review process.
Addressing Concerns About PFA
If you have concerns about PFA, speak to your child's school or setting. You can request a meeting to discuss planning and support available. Assistance is available to help you prepare for such meetings or reviews.
Aims of Preparing for Adulthood
The SEND Code of Practice describes PFA as preparing for:
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Higher Education or Employment: Exploring various employment options, including support for self-employment and assistance from supported employment agencies.
-
Independent Living: Ensuring young people have choice, control, and freedom over their lives, support, living arrangements, and accommodation, including supported living.
-
Participating in Society: Developing friendships, supportive relationships, and participating in the local community.
-
Health and Well-being: Being as healthy as possible in adult life.
Transition Planning and Person-Centered Approach
Person-centered planning puts children and young people at the center of planning and decisions that affect them, making them active partners in the process. This approach can positively change their attitude, behavior, and learning.
Involvement in Planning
Transition planning should include:
-
Representatives from the new school or setting.
-
Professionals who know your child well.
-
Current support staff working with your child.
Educational Needs During Transition
At age 16, consider what extra support the young person needs in their learning, training, or employment. Study programs should prepare them for the next stage of their lives. There is a duty to provide independent careers advice tailored to their SEND.
Health Needs During Transition
The transition age for health is usually 18, with some services starting at 17. A transition plan should be in place to move them to relevant adult services. If your child has an EHCP, it should be used to coordinate this transition. Children with SEND over 14 can request an annual health check through the NHS.
Social Needs During Transition
The transition age for social care is usually 18, with some services starting at 17. A transition plan should be developed to move them to relevant adult services. Under the Care Act 2014, the local authority must carry out an adult transition care assessment when it is of significant benefit. This assessment must include current and future care needs.
Useful Resources
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[Preparing for Adulthood (The National Development Team for Inclusion - NDTi)](https://www.ndti.org.uk/)
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[Annual Reviews in Year 9 and Beyond Advice (IPSEA)](https://www.ipsea.org.uk/)
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[Person-Centered Planning Advice (Council for Disabled Children - CDC)](https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/)
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[Becoming an Adult - How Our Help Changes (Torbay Council)](https://www.torbay.gov.uk/)
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By considering these aspects and utilizing available resources, you can ensure your child has a well-supported transition into adulthood.
Addressing Concerns About PFA
If you have concerns about PFA, speak to your child's school or setting. You can request a meeting to discuss planning and support available. Assistance is available to help you prepare for such meetings or reviews.
Aims of Preparing for Adulthood
The SEND Code of Practice describes PFA as preparing for:
-
Higher Education or Employment: Exploring various employment options, including support for self-employment and assistance from supported employment agencies.
-
Independent Living: Ensuring young people have choice, control, and freedom over their lives, support, living arrangements, and accommodation, including supported living.
-
Participating in Society: Developing friendships, supportive relationships, and participating in the local community.
-
Health and Well-being: Being as healthy as possible in adult life.
Transition Planning and Person-Centered Approach
Person-centered planning puts children and young people at the center of planning and decisions that affect them, making them active partners in the process. This approach can positively change their attitude, behavior, and learning.
Involvement in Planning
Transition planning should include:
-
Representatives from the new school or setting.
-
Professionals who know your child well.
-
Current support staff working with your child.
Educational Needs During Transition
At age 16, consider what extra support the young person needs in their learning, training, or employment. Study programs should prepare them for the next stage of their lives. There is a duty to provide independent careers advice tailored to their SEND.
Health Needs During Transition
The transition age for health is usually 18, with some services starting at 17. A transition plan should be in place to move them to relevant adult services. If your child has an EHCP, it should be used to coordinate this transition. Children with SEND over 14 can request an annual health check through the NHS.
Social Needs During Transition
The transition age for social care is usually 18, with some services starting at 17. A transition plan should be developed to move them to relevant adult services. Under the Care Act 2014, the local authority must carry out an adult transition care assessment when it is of significant benefit. This assessment must include current and future care needs.
Useful Resources
-
[Preparing for Adulthood (The National Development Team for Inclusion - NDTi)](https://www.ndti.org.uk/)
-
[Annual Reviews in Year 9 and Beyond Advice (IPSEA)](https://www.ipsea.org.uk/)
-
[Person-Centered Planning Advice (Council for Disabled Children - CDC)](https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/)
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[Becoming an Adult - How Our Help Changes (Torbay Council)](https://www.torbay.gov.uk/)
By considering these aspects and utilizing available resources, you can ensure your child has a well-supported transition into adulthood.
