Sunderland's Family Hubs

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Sunderland

Registered for Tax Free Childcare.

This provider will welcome all children and will work with parents and professionals to try to meet individual children's needs.

Alyson Marie Rutter

Education provision for 3 to 11 year olds. This setting is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Full details of the school's Local Offer can be found in their 'Special Educational Needs Information Report' which can be found on the school website.

Barmston Village Primary School

Secondary education provision for pupils 11-16 years. Biddick Academy also have a resourced provision for young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. See the Local Offer details section for more information.

Secondary education provision for pupils 11-16 years who require specialist teaching and interventions to promote development of social communication and access to age appropriate positive peers.Biddick Academy is commissoned by the Local Authority to offer a resourced provision for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder aged 11 - 16 years (6 per year group).Full details of the school's Local Offer can be found in their 'Special Educational Needs Information Report' which can be found on the school website.  The setting also have a SEND Information Report for their Unity Centre.There is also a seperate 'Special Education Needs Information Report' for places in the Local Authority commissioned Autism Provision (Unity Centre), which can be found here.

Biddick Academy

Education provision for pupils 3 - 11 years. Biddick Primary is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Biddick Primary and Nursery School

Caroline is registered to look after babies to school age children.  She attends the local toddler group. Caroline has the following qualifications: CACHE Level 3 in Childminding Practice, Level 1 Adult Numeracy, Level 1 Literacy, Emergency First Aid for Carers, EYFS Training, Level 2 Food Safety in Catering and a Health &amp; Safety Course. As well as the facilities listed, Caroline regularly attends Childminder Network Meetings and takes part in fundraising for Dr. Barnardo’s.

This provider will welcome all children and will work with parents and professionals to try to meet individual children’s needs.

Caroline Cook

Automotive Industry Training.We offer full time study programmes, apprenticeships and training to employers for MOT courses.

Chameleon Vocational Training

A primary special school for young people aged 3 - 11 years who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder and /or severe learning difficulties.

Columbia Grange School

Debra has had 13 year’s experience working in childcare. She has two year’s experience working as a sessional crèche worker and eleven years as a crèche manager looking after children aged 0 – 5 years. Debra has done many courses over the years and has her Level 4 NVQ in Children’s Care and Learning and Development. She is committed to providing a first class standard of childcare for all children in partnership with their parents/carers. Her aims are to create a happy, comfortable fun environment, where each child will have the opportunity to enhance their physical, intellectual and emotional development through play. She believes social skills are of great importance. Debra will encourage positive attitudes and consideration for others. She will make the time in her care an enjoyable experience for children. In her facility play will consist of free play, child led and adult led activities where children can experience and experiment and find out for themselves. This is achieved by following the Early Years Foundation Stage. Registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Debra Laing (Debbie Day Care Childminding Service)

Denise has a golden retriever and 2 cats which the children in her care adore. Denise is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Denise Clements

Education provision for pupils aged 3 - 11 years. This setting is registered for Tax Free Chidlcare.

Fatfield Academy Inspires

Education provision for pupils aged 3 - 11 years.

Holley Park Academy

At Hollywood Bowl Group, we are committed to making our products and services as accessible as possible. In Our CentresHollywood Bowl Group offers disabled access across all of its bowls which includes ramps onto the lanes (where required), ball ramps and lane bumpers for use with or without wheelchairs, lightweight balls and disabled toilet facilities. For further information or to discuss your individual requirements please call your local centre direct.

Hollywood Bowl Washington

John F Kennedy Primary School

I have been a childminder since February 1994 (24 years) and I'm registered with Ofsted to look after babies and school age children.  I drop off and pick up from John F. Kennedy Primary School, in central Washington.  The children in my care are mostly long term some of which have been in my care for 11 years, I look after children right through from babies to the start of comprehensive school.  I actively take children to play-parks, play areas, sea-side, museums, toddler groups and Sure Start Learning Centres. All of the children in my care are given as many learning experiences and adventures as possible, making for a fun time developing social and emotional skills. I have completed Level 3 NCMA approved Quality First Assurance Award and index for inclusion. I have also completed CACHE Level 3 certificate in Childminding Practice (all 3 models ICP, DCP and ECP). I keep up to date with all required courses and qualifications. I offer a happy friendly place to be in a non smoking environment.  I also have the following qualifications: a current first aid certificate, up to date insurance, speech and language therapy training, child protection for childminders, introductory certificate in Special Needs with Early Years, Behaviour Management for Childminders, Fire Safety Awareness for Childminders, Birth to Three Foundation Stages of Development, Supporting Vulnerable Children and their Families, Listening to Children, Risk Assessment, Play for Under 2's and Health &amp; Safety. I have just completed an updated child protection/safeguarding course. I feel parents are the most significant people in a young child's life. I work in partnership with parent/carers, to support, encourage and maximize involvement in providing high quality, safe and stimulating care, learning and play opportunities for children. The kitchen is beyond the porch with yet another door for added security for your children, leading into a large living area with comfortable seating area, my playroom is beyond at the back of the property, my conservatory which is the full width of the house offering lots of space for play and learning. Leading off the conservatory is a large back garden with is fully enclosed with high fences to ensure safety of children at all times. I offer lots of outdoor activities including mud kitchen, bikes, sand pit, water table, water wall, bubble cars, outdoor picnic area, tuff tray activities which change depending on the age of the children. Please feel free to give me a call to arrange a visit and come and see my location and the childcare provision that I offer. I am registered to offer Government funded 15 hours for eligible 2 year olds, please contact for more information. I am registered to offer Government funded 15 and 30 hours for eligible 3 and 4 year olds, please contact for more information. Julie is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Julie Dalton

Julie has completed the NCMA approved Quality First Assurance Award. She has completed the Certificate in Childminding Practice, First Aid and also attends other childminding courses. Julie attends daily playgroups and meets up with other childminders for outings. This provider is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Julie Thomas

Lambton Primary School

Marie is registered to look after babies to school age children. She completed and passed her Certificate in Childminding Practice in May 2006 and has also passed Safeguarding Children, First Aid  Health and has attended a Safety and Food Hygiene Course. Marie also attends playgroups and Childminder Network Groups. There is a range of toys for outdoor play, which includes cars, bikes and a sandpit. The large range of indoor toys include dressing up, jigsaws, musical instruments and many more. There are also visits to the Wetlands Centre, parks and beaches. Marie is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Marie Hamed

Monaghan, Amy Marie

Secondary education provision for pupils aged 11 - 16 years. Oxclose also has a resourced provision for young people with physical and medical difficulties - See the Local Offer details section for more information.

Secondary education provision for pupils aged 11-16 years who require specialist interventions and therapy programmes and an accessible environment.Oxclose Community Academy is commissioned by the Local Authority to provide 12 places for pupils who have complex physical and medical needs and require access to specialist equipment and therapy programmes. The school also host the Together for Children's Physical &amp; Medical Needs Team who provide outreach support to mainstream schools and academies. Full details of the school's Local Offer can be found in their 'Special Educational Needs Information Report' which can be found on the school website.

Oxclose Community Academy

The Nursery offers early education provision for pupils aged 2 -4 years. Free early education places for 2 year olds are available for families who meet the relevant eligibility criteria. Wraparound care with breakfast starting at 7.45 am; an afterschool club until 5.30 pm; extra sessions; and lunch time care are also available. The Nursery also has a resourced provision for young people with physical and medical difficulties.  See the Local Offer details section for more information. This setting is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

The Nursery offers Early Education provision for pupils aged 3 - 4 years.  Free early education places for 2 year olds are available to families who meet relevant criteria. Oxclose Nursery are commissioned by the Local Authority to offer 4 places for pupils with physical difficulties and medical needs. Full details of the school's Local Offer can be found in their 'Special Educational Needs Information Report' which can be found on the school website.

Oxclose Community Nursery School

Education provision for pupils aged 4 - 11 years. Oxclose also has a resourced provision for young people with physical and medical difficulties.See the Local Offer details section for more information.

Primary education for pupils aged 4 - 11 years who require specialist interventions and therapy programmes and an accessible environment.The school are commissioned by the Local Authority to provide 7 places for pupils who have complex physical and medical needs and require access to specialist equipment and therapy programmes.Full details of the school's Local Offer can be found in their 'Special Educational Needs Information Report' which can be found on the school website.

Oxclose Primary Academy

Our business and professional apprenticeships cover administration, team leading, and management. These will help you get a head start in business environments, opening up opportunities across a range of industry sectors.

Paid Business Administration / Finance Apprenticeships

Take an apprenticeship with Seta and get paid while you learn ...A Seta engineering apprenticeship is the perfect start to a career in engineering, manufacturing and related industries.That’s because our apprenticeships will provide you with a high level of training, delivered in our state-of-the-art workshop facilities in North East England where you are able to experience hands-on learning and gain practical skills for use in industry.Plus, you’ll be taught by highly experienced, qualified staff, and we’ll help you prepare for ‘real life’ working environments.Engineering, manufacturing and related industries offer excellent career prospects and the apprenticeship process will give you the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification, while receiving on-the-job training and earning a wage from your employer too!There is currently a huge demand for engineering skills in industry, and an apprenticeship with Seta opens the door to numerous, rewarding career paths. Many of our apprentices have gone on to become:<ul><li>Technicians</li><li>Machine operators</li><li>Welders</li><li>Electrical engineers</li><li>Maintenance engineers</li><li>Production managers</li><li>Design engineers</li><li>Senior managers</li></ul>

Paid Engineering Apprenticeships

Eligible to offer free 2 year old childcare places. Registered for Tax Free Childcare. Firstly I would like to thank you for considering me to care for your child. My name is Rebecca and I am a mum of 2. I have over ten years experience as a nursery nurse working as a senior member of staff. Due to funding cutbacks the nursery I worked for had to close. It was at this point in time that I decided to childmind. I work full time Monday to Friday. My hours of work are 8am until 6pm, however I am willing to negotiate longer hours and consider weekends if required.  I currently have 3 assistants working alongside me which enables us to cover a bigger selection of primary schools.I am also a commissioned childminder and able to offer 15 hours of education to over two year olds.

Rebecca Ann Hamilton (Rebecca's Daycare)

Education provision for pupils aged 3 - 11 years. This setting is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Rickleton Primary School

I am a registered childminder, graded as Outstanding from Ofsted, I am fully qualified with a relevant BA (Hons) Degree. I offer full time and part time places in my home where children enjoy a range of toys and activities both inside and outdoors. I accept payment via childcare voucher schemes.For a small fee I offer a service to pick up or drop off at home. I also do school and nursery drop offs and pick ups to Biddick and Rickleton Primary schools. Spaces are available for holiday care only, as required.I have been Childminding since 2006 and live in a large detached house with a dedicated toy room and large enclosed garden in the Fatfield area of Washington. I have a wealth of experience working with children of all ages and abilities to provide a high standard of care. I offer opportunities, activities and experiences that enhance children's development to help children achieve to their full potential.  Certificates are held in the following: Safeguarding Children, Food Hygiene, Health &amp; Safety, First Aid, SENCo for Childminders, Early Years Foundation Stage etc.

Sara Crowther (Crowther Childminding)

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The Specialist Support Team has the key role in promoting, developing and delivering the Local Authority's service for children with physical and medical difficulties attending mainstream schools. The Specialist Support Team is integral in ensuring the Local Authority Charter, "Every Disabled Child Matters" is met.<ul><li>It is a service for children and young people who may have difficulty accessing the curriculum due to their physical and/or medical needs</li><li>The team is based at Oxclose Community Academy in Washington, however it supports schools/settings throughout Sunderland Local Authority</li><li>The team works to support schools/settings in partnership with parents/carers and a wide range of agencies to enable children and young people who have physical and/or medical needs, who may have associated learning difficulties, to effectively access education in mainstream schools</li><li>The team aims to give the child/young person and school staff the advice and support required to eliminate barriers within the educational setting enabling them to access the curriculum and their environment for learning</li><li>The team works with a wide range of children and young people; some have physical difficulties such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy whilst others have medical conditions such as heart conditions or are recovering from operations, accidents or illness</li></ul>Criteria for accessMost children, especially those with more complex needs, are referred to the team by their Paediatrician in order that the team can monitor their progress and provide advice, especially at times of transition between schools/settings.The Specialist Support Team will accept referrals from all schools/settings/agencies involved in the education and care of children and young people with physical and/or medical needs in mainstream provision, where their diagnosis and/or condition significantly affects their ability to effectively access the curriculum and/or the school environment independently. Referral ProcessSchools/settings should initially telephone/email the team to discuss the issues/concerns relating to the child or young person, then:<ul><li>if appropriate, a fully completed written referral must be completed and returned in order to access the support of the team</li><li>on receipt of the completed referral form, a member of the Specialist Support Team will contact the school/setting directly to discuss the referral and next steps</li><li>where there is an urgent need for support/advice please contact the team directly by telephone or email</li></ul>The Specialist Support Team also offers a variety of services to stakeholders. Universal services include:<ul><li>Consultation with staff in schools around inclusion and curriculum access, including advice regarding appropriate specialist resources and their use, eg. assistive technology, PT equipment and resources</li><li>Supporting schools/settings in relation to the implementation of the SEND Code of Practice (2014) for children and young people with physical and medical needs</li><li>Supporting transition, across all settings (0-15) eg. nursery to primary, primary to secondary or secondary to post 16</li><li>Liaison with key professionals from other agencies involved in the education, health and care of children and young people with physical and medical needs to develop ways of working together effectively through a multi-disciplinary approach</li><li>Promoting equality of opportunity for children and young people with physical and/or medical needs</li><li>Continued Professional Development opportunities and information sharing to increase staff confidence/skills in support children and young people with physical and medical difficulties in mainstream provision.</li></ul>Targeted services include:<ul><li>Supporting schools/settings in relation to policy, provision and practice for pupils with physical and medical needs</li><li>Contributing to EHC Plan process, including transfer reviews</li><li>Attending SEND Code of Practice review meetings</li><li>Supporting the process for the correct/appropriate placement of children and young people with SEND</li><li>Consultation with parents/carers of children and young people with physical and medical needs</li><li>Assessments</li><li>Training for professionals eg. Moving &amp; Assisting Training</li><li>Develop and manage the physical and medical database</li></ul>

Specialist Support Team for children with Physical & Medical Needs

St Josephs RC Voluntary Aided Primary School, Washington

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Secondary education for pupils 11 - 16 years. St Robert of Newminster also offer Sixth Form provision for pupils aged 16 - 18 years.

St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College

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Nursery takes NNEB students and teacher training students. Open/fun days held regularly. Security camera/card entry system. The nursery is closed on bank holidays. We have National Day Nurseries Association Accreditation - Quality Counts and the Wear Healthy Early Years award. All staff members are First Aid qualified and training is updated periodically. There are 20 staff with Level 3 and higher. This setting is registered for Tax Free Childcare.