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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.

Amanda Jane Lee

Argyle House is an Independent Day School for pupils in the age range of 3 - 16 years of age.Registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Argyle House School

Ashbrooke School is a co-educational, specialist day-school providing high quality education for pupils between the ages of 5 and 18 years.  The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils who have a range of complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours. For more information see the Local Offer details section of this record, or see the School's own Local Offer, available in the Download section.

Parents are welcome to contact the school directly, however referrals are made by the local authority. The school will review the referral and if they have capacity and can meet need, they will contact the LA to discuss the young person further and whether they can invite them in for a visit.  Once the school has met the young person, if they can offer a place they will let the LA know formally in writing and this will usually then need to go to panel.  If accepted, a member of staff will come and do a home visit, to get any further paperwork signed, provide school uniform and help to support the transition. Who is eligible?Young people have an Education, Health, Care Plan (EHCP) from the local authority, usually with a primary need of either:Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)Speech, Language and Communication Needs. Our young people have a range of diagnoses including but not limited to:ADHDASD / ASPathological Demand AvoidanceOppositional Defiance DisorderAttachment DisordersSpecific LD – Dyslexia / Dyspraxia / DyscalculiaAnxiety / Depression Therapeutic SupportWe have an in-house therapy team consisting of Mental Health Practitioners, Occupational and  Speech and Language Therapists and Psychologists offering a variety of support based on the needs of the young person. These can include undertaking assessments, staff training, attending Internal Team Around the Child Meetings (ITACs), small group work with young people, providing therapeutic packages to be delivered by teaching assistants and also direct 1 to 1 with the therapists themselves. Class StructureWe pride ourselves on having high staff ratios and small classes to enable us to meet the needs of each young person and be able to differentiate the work accordingly. Therefore, we have no more than 8 young people in a class with a teacher and up to 2 teaching assistants. Monitoring needsWhen a referral is received, the initial needs are gathered through reading the EHCP and accompanying paperwork, liaising with professionals, as well as meeting with the young person and their family, both on a school visit and subsequent home visit. During the young person’s initial 12 weeks there will be baseline assessments which could include numeracy, literacy and wider curriculum needs, to establish what level the young person is working at and staff will be informed to make sure work is tailored. They will also have therapeutic assessments were needed, following which sensory diets and other therapeutic supports are put in place. There is a 12-week Post Admission Review to discuss how their child's progress and their educational plan going forwards. Every half term there is an Internal Team Around the Child (ITAC) meeting where all of the key professionals involved meet to discuss any progress, concerns and strategies which would best support that young person. If a young person receives therapeutic support, needs are also shared with relevant staff to ensure appropriate training is given, or strategies are provided. An Annual Review is held, which both the parents/carers and SEN Officer are invited to and any other key professionals. The progress of the young person is discussed as well as anything further that may need to be put in place. There is also an EHCP Review that takes place in this Annual Review meeting at every key-stage transition period. There are learning walks done throughout the term to monitor our teachers and teaching practices to ensure that we are providing the best education we can. Witherslack Group has a Quality Assurance and Monitoring Team who provide further advice and guidance around our teaching practices and pupil progress. The Pastoral Care Team and Family Liaison Officer provide pastoral support to the pupils and families and attend any additional meetings. Staff structureSenior Leadership – Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher(s), Assistant Head Teacher(s), Head of Pastoral Care – oversee the running of the school, staff management, school curriculum and all safeguarding. Pastoral Care (including Family Liaison Officer) – Provide all behaviour support, support around medication, safeguarding concerns, attendance and general support for parents. They are also supported by the Safeguarding, Behaviour and Inclusion Team within Witherslack Group. Therapy - Mental Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Psychologists (Educational or Forensic). They are also supervised and supported by the Clinical Services Team within Witherslack Group. Teachers – Teachers who teach a range of both academic and vocational subjects, including teachers of specialist subjects. Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) – Provide additional support to young people where needed. This may be through joining a specific lesson to provide extra support or through one to one and small group work for areas such as numeracy, literacy, social skills, CSE, restorative practice and recognising and managing emotions Teaching Assistants (TAs) – TAs are appointed to class groups therefore they will move around the school with the class throughout the day providing support, understanding and guidance. Admin, Maintenance and Catering Staff All staff who work with young people receive training in Autism, ADHD, Attachment Disorders, PDA and further staff are also trained in other more specialised areas, such as Dyslexia, Social Skills, Anxiety etc. All staff also receive training in Positive Behaviour Support, Safeguarding, Team Teach, First Aid and GDPR, to name a few. CommunicationWe place a great deal of importance on communicating effectively with parents and carers as we appreciate that the majority of our young people arrive and leave school by taxi. We have dedicated staff to help ensure excellent standards of communication with parents. All parents will receive regular phone calls or emails or will use a home/school diary, depending on which format best suits the parent’s needs. We ensure that communication includes lots of positives. Parents are also invited to attend a Post Admission Review in the first 12 weeks of their child starting at the school and subsequent Annual Reviews. There are also termly reports sent home on progress and targets.  Parents’ evenings take place at least once a year and this is an opportunity to meet teachers and discuss pupils’ progress and successes. Parents may also be invited to school for special assemblies, celebrations or events.  Parents are welcome to ring in to speak to the Family Liaison Officer or Pastoral Care Team or to arrange a meeting to come into the school. How do we support long taxi journeys?Most of our young people come to school via taxi. Many of them bring electronic devices to use, which they can hand in to school on arrival. We also provide driver and escort training for a number of LAs to help the drivers and escorts understand the needs of our young people and how best to support them. All pupils can have breakfast when they arrive and during this time some may have a movement break or others may have time with a particular member of staff to talk about any anxieties. This can be done again at the end of the day for those who need it. We work closely with our pupils and parents to best support these transitions. What subjects are there and can they do GCSE’s?All pupils can access the core subjects of:MathsEnglishScienceComputing?HumanitiesForest SchoolsPEPCSHE There are also Vocational subjects:DTFood TechOutdoor EducationHair and BeautyEtc. Once they get to Year 9 they can choose the GCSE Option subjects for Years 10 and 11, on top of their core subjects. All courses are GCSEs, BTECs or equivalent accredited courses HistoryGeographyDTFood TechOutdoor EducationHair and Beauty If a young person is placed within one of our primary schools, then they will still need to be referred to the secondary school by the local authority and it is up to the LA as to whether they will transfer them, however the LA will take the parents’ preference into consideration and most of our young people do move up to our secondary school.  If the young person is in one of our through schools it is more unusual for them to be moved elsewhere by the local authority, but again this can happen if the LA think that they can meet need within one of their own maintained provisions. If a young person wants to stay for our Post 16 provision, the LA doesn’t need to make a referral, but it does need to be discussed in their transition AR. The school needs to say whether they think it is appropriate and can meet need, the parents and young person need to state that it is what they want it and the LA then need to take it to panel and agree as to whether they will fund the place. Throughout their Key Stage 4, we offer opportunities to experience career options. They will attend careers fairs, work experience placements and speak to careers advisors. They also learn how to write job applications and practice interview techniques. We will also support them with liaising with Post 16 Colleges to help them find the best courses for them. We aim to provide all of our young people with the confidence and skills to be able to go on and live independent and fulfilled lives and careers.

Ashbrooke School - Witherslack Group

Who we are?We are a young parents’ project, offering education, support and training opportunities to young mothers and mothers to be, aged 16–20. Our groups offer the opportunity to further your education, develop self-esteem and parenting skills, whilst empowering young people to make positive life choices for themselves and their children.Our OFSTED registered nursery has been rated as Outstanding. We employ qualified nursery day care practitioners, who provide a high quality, caring environment that promotes appropriate play and learning opportunities for children of young parents accessing B2b+ Where are we based?We are a city wide provision based in the Ryhope Health Centre. Bus fares to and from the venue are reimbursed where appropriate. Who can refer?We accept referrals from a wide-range of professionals – Social Workers, Early Help, Schools and Colleges, Family Nurse Practitioners, Health Visitors &amp; Midwifes, GP’s, Housing, Connexions, Housing and Support Workers. Young parents can also self-refer. Benefits of attendingB2b+ enables young parents to make new friends and reduces social isolation, whilst developing personal skills. Our courses include Health &amp; Social Care, English and Maths, Incredible Babies/Toddlers; our Wellbeing group is facilitated by Young Person Washington MIND Counsellor.Personal development sessions include independent living skills, parenting, cookery, craft, safety awareness, family away days, messy play and swimming.

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

B2b+ Young Parents

Banana Moon Sunderland

Secondary special school for young people aged 11-19 years with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder and complex learning difficulties. It is part of the Ascent Academies' Trust which is a partnership between three secondary special schools in Sunderland, one all aged school in Easington and one primary school in Billingham.

Barbara Priestman Academy

Children have free flow access to the garden from all areas. We provide freshly cooked meals prepared by our own cook. This provider is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Busy Bees Day Nursery - Sunderland Ryhope (Day Nursery)

The Community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is a team of professionals who offer assessment and treatment to children and young people around their emotional well being. Our service works with children and young people aged 0-18 years old that may be showing signs of behavioural difficulties and / or emotional distress. Difficulties include worries / anxieties, low mood, controlling anger, bereavement and lose, bullying, eating problems, self harm and relationship difficulties. The service consists of a multidisciplinary team of mental health practitioners including, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, health visitors, teachers, early years workers, counsellor and admin staff, all with additional child and adolescent mental health training. This includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Systemic Family Therapy and Person Centred Counselling. The Community CAMHS service aims to deal with such difficulties in the early stages and focuses on prevention and early intervention.  The aim is to develop skills and resilience to promote positive well being / mental health and minimise the risk of further difficulties or distress. Following the acceptance of the referral, children and young people and their families will receive an assessment from one of our clinicians.  This will allow us to make the right decisions about what happens next.  This could be individual work, group work or in some cases a transfer to Specialist Mental Health Services.  The service aim is to ensure that children and young people are seen by the right service to meet their need. The service works within the NICE (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) guidelines around treatment interventions offered. The service has 3 locality bases across Sunderland, Washington and the Coalfield’s.  Families will be seen at the closest venue to where they live.  The service will also see children and young people and their families at other locations such as GP surgeries and schools. The service can provide consultation advice and support directly to families but also to other agencies working with children and young people presenting with mental health difficulties and will support the team around the child. Criteria for accessCommunity CAMHS is commissioned to provide a service of prevention of mental health problems, and early intervention when mental health problems occur, for children and young people aged 0-18. Aspects of clinical referrals which make them appropriate for Community CAMHS are: Mild to moderate mental health problems A brief history of presenting mental illness Lack of clearly established mental illness, but likelihood of developing one A strong community emphasis is likely to be necessary in resolving the problems An opportunity for preventative work is present There is some children and young people who may be presenting with the above but as their family circumstances maybe different they maybe more suitable for the specialist CAMHS. Health professionals, children services (including schools) and voluntary agencies referrals are accepted by letter or by strengthening families’ form which come via children’s services. The service operates from three venues across the city:<ul><li>    Valley Road Community Primary School (Main Office)</li><li>    Southwick Community Primary School</li><li>    Wessington Primary School</li></ul>Targeted servicesThe service is a targeted mental health service for children and young people and families with moderately severe mental health needs that cannot be met by universal or early intervention services. This includes the provision of a range of short evidence based mental health interventions delivered by CAMHS practitioners and counsellors.

Community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Sunderland

Friends of the drop in for asylum seekers and refugees (FODI) is a charity that aims to improve the mental health and well-being of the asylum-seeking and refugee community of Sunderland. In doing so we hope to lessen their social isolation and promote their integration into the wider community, by supporting and extending the activities of the Drop-In currently run on Wednesday afternoons. Our registered charity number is 1176524. At FODI, we believe that everyone deserves a chance to thrive.That’s why we help asylum-seekers and refugees in Sunderland find their way in the community, whether it’s through the charity’s programmes or just by being part of something bigger than themselves. We see people who have been forced to flee their homes and are living in limbo, without support or a place to call home. We want to give them a chance to be active members of their communities again—and better yet, we want to do it together! FODI is a not-for-profit charity that provides funding for projects that improve the lives of asylum seekers and refugees in Sunderland by providing access to community resources and opportunities. FODI aims to improve the mental health and well-being of the asylum-seeking and refugee community of Sunderland. In doing so we hope to lessen their social isolation and promote their integration into the wider community, by supporting and extending the activities of the Drop-In. FODI has no religious affiliations. All asylum seekers and refugees are welcome. Our objectives:<ul><li>To provide opportunities for the clients of the Drop-In to participate in wider societal activities of a suitable nature.</li><li>To foster closer links into the wider community, providing opportunities for clients to link into this.</li><li>To work in partnership with other local organisations/groups to further this aim.</li></ul> FODI officially began in November 2011 when our constitution was signed. With a vision to support the Drop-In and expand the positive impact, FODI achieved charitable status in July 2013 and became a CIO in 2018. Our registered charity number is 1176524. FODI offers a range of services to improve the lives of asylum seekers and refugees in Sunderland by providing access to community resources and opportunities. Please click below to find out more.New ArrivalsAsylum seekers arriving in Sunderland are welcome to come to our drop-in for registration and orientation. There they will meet our volunteers and volunteer interpreters who will give out the FODI welcome letter (translated into five major languages) go through the new arrivals information ( SEE LEAFLETS BELOW) and check whether they have a GP and solicitor; we also signpost people to ESOL and to other agencies for advice or assistance. For new families; we have volunteers who visit all new families and help them settle here by taking them to local schools and helping them register at their GP and deal with any housing issues.

FODI (Friends Of the Drop In)

Eligible to offer free 2 year old childcare places. Gail has completed a childminding course and is a qualified crèche worker. She is registered to look after babies to school age children.  Her husband is an approved assistant.  She has completed all mandatory training including First Aid and Food Hygiene and all relevant childminding training and now has NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and level 2 in Safeguarding children. She is a member of the toy library, Millie's Minders Support Group, Diamond Hall, Highfield Children's Centre and Elim Toddler Group. Each morning they attend a play session eg. toddlers, soft play or library.  Afternoons are spent at home with themed play, free play or outdoor play, the children like to choose for themselves.  Gail takes the children to and from school, offer home cooked meals and a large variety of activities, help with homework if needed.  Gail was graded 'Good' by OFSTED with 'Outstanding' in some areas.   Gail is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Gail Barker (Gail's Daycare)

Education provision for pupils aged 2 - 11 years.

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.

Grangetown Primary School & 2 Year Provision

Healthwatch Sunderland in an independent consumer champion for health and social care and will work with local people, patients, service users, carers, community groups, organisations, service providers and commissioners to get the best out of local health and social care services. This doesn’t just mean improving services today but influencing and shaping services to meet the needs of the local communities tomorrow. Are you looking for a care home in Sunderland? We have spoken to care home residents, their friends and relatives, care home staff and management to find out what it’s like to live in the care homes in Sunderland.  For full details please go to the Care Home Life page on our website, you can also find out more by watching our promotional video.Please visit our website for more details.

Healthwatch Sunderland

Helen is 34 and Ofsted registered Child Minder, recent Ofsted inspection: Good. Helen has undergone childminding training and has excellent knowledge of the early year’s foundation stage, making learning through play fun.  Helen has experience of working in both Schools and Nurseries when completing her GNVQ Health and Social Care course. Some time ago before Helen became a childminder, was a childminding assistant.  Helen comes from a large family including her parents, two sisters and one brother. From her teens Helen was always called upon for baby sitting from friends and family. Helen tries to make the experience at her home very enjoyable for the children in her care and has received excellent written comments/reviews from the children's parents. Helen really enjoys her job as she finds it very rewarding seeing the children in her care, grow, learn and progress. Helen and her partner, who is her assistant, have been together for eight years. Both have valid paediatric first aid and food hygiene certificates. They live in a smoke free environment, in Hastings Street, Hendon within 15 minutes walking distance to Sunderland city centre and very close to the beach. She has two cats, Jasmine and Milly (brother and sister). Helen currently has spaces available and looks after children from birth to teenagers.  Helen's home is warm, comfortable and welcoming. She gives children in her care a happy, safe, caring, educational and a playful place to be. As well as play activities. Helen focuses on children getting enough exercise during play. Helen and the children in her care go to parks, go on sensory beach walks, farms, museums. Also take part in nature walks looking out for animals such as squirrels, different kinds of birds on the way and nature quizzes for the older children. During the week Helen takes babies/toddlers to toddler groups so children socialise and develop friendships with the children who attend weekly as Helen feels this is a big part of children’s learning. There are always organised outings with the toddler group for example to farms, museums organised and funded activities. Helen has a large out door area where children can get involved in out door sensory fun activities including sand/water play, easel and messy play. The children plant and grow things in her sensory garden which has herbs and plants that produce fruits for example fig and strawberry. Helen has a large gazebo so children can play in the shade. In the summer, once children are old enough they can play in the paddling pool. Regular risk assessments are carried out of all out door activities. In the summer organised treasure hunts in the outdoor play area. During the week Helen organises age appropriate activities to help babies, toddlers and children learn and progress through play. A learning journal with photos is provided for parents. Examples crafts, painting playing and making play dough, cooking, messy play, story and nursery rhyme time activities that children are interested in. There is a variation of toys supplied to suite every age of children from birth to teens. Examples sensory toys, dress up, dolls, cars, musical instruments and books. Although Helen has confirmed hours and school runs, she is very flexible and will try to accommodate parent’s needs. Please contact her by phone, mobile text or e-mail. Recent parent references - Miss Bewick My children have been in the care of Helen since April 2011. Helen is accommodating to my needs and I cannot stress how professional she is at her job. The children love going to Helen's and a range of activities and outings are always on offer.Not only is Helen welcoming but she is a genuine and caring person. I am so pleased we decided to use Helen as our child minder, not only is my mind at rest whilst my children are in her care but I am confident we have made the right decision. Miss Young Helen and Jeff have made a big difference to my son’s life. They both helped me with potty training, Ashton’s speech, behaviour and other departments in Ashton’s life. There time keeping is brilliant and they are both very reliable. From day one I have felt safe with leaving my son with Helen and Jeff they are friendly and make sure I feel relaxed with everything they do with my son. Ashton has been a Hugh responsibility to them from March 2011 until August 2012 and they have never let me down or made me feel disappointed through out Ashton's time with them. It was heart breaking losing my job as I could no longer afford Ashton’s child care. They grew a lovely bond together and Ashton loves the other kids.I have a personal opinion of Helen and Jeff which, is they are lovely, kind and caring people. I couldn’t ask for better care for my now 3 year old son. Certificates<ul><li>Certificate of registration from Ofsted</li><li>Introduction to child minding practices</li><li>Learning the Early years Foundation Stage</li><li>Safeguarding Children</li><li>Level 2 food Hygiene</li><li>BTEC GNVQ Health and Social Care</li><li>Up -to-date CRB checks for herself and her partner</li><li>All up to date policies - risk assessments contracts</li><li>EYFS</li></ul>

Helen Nicola Callaghan (Helen's Little Angels)

Education provision for pupils aged 3 - 7 years. This setting is registered for Tax Free Chidlcare.

Hill View Infant Academy

Education provision for pupils aged 7 - 11 years.

Hill View Junior School

Katie has 16 years experience as a Nursery Nurse (Snr) and holds a NNEB Diploma, also having attended First Aid, Childminder and Safeguarding courses.She has worked in Nurseries across Newcastle and the Sunderland area, from private to Sure Start settings. Katie has worked with children from 5 months – 8 years and covered the EYFS, observing the children and planning for each individual child, extending their learning by introducing words, objects and resources during play and changing toys or visiting our environment so children can experience and explore safely.Katie has had input with children in Social Care and worked closely with Health Visitors, Social Workers, Family Support, etc and helped parents/carers on certain subjects, ie behaviour, healthy eating, social behaviour and interacting, this has not only helped them but also their child (praises and certificates).Katie does lots of messy play (from a young age) and has a good selection of resources from sensory baskets, building blocks, sand/ water, painting etcDaily diaries are used for younger children, these get passed to parents at the end of each session. Katie carrys outlearning journals with lots of photos showing you how they are having fun ! (these are yours to keep)Katie uses text messaging during the day for reassurance to parents and the odd photos.Sleep cushions are available for children who need a sleep, also a travel cot for younger children in a quiet room.Katie also visits Children's Centre settings, toddler groups, parks,  beach and the shops on a daily basis, using double pushchair, buggy boards or reins depending on ability.Drinks and snacks are included in the fee. Breakfast and tea is an extra charge. Parents supply hot/cold pack lunch.

Katie Mae Crake

Located near Sunderland City centre, the nursery is split into rooms depending on the age group and stage of development. Each room will have direct access to large, well-equipped and challenging gardens which have been designed to suit the age groups that use them. As an extra addition to the curriculum, children at Kids 1st Sunderland are able to participate in lots of extra curricular activities and will be taken out on visits throughout the year. We love to involve our parents through regular parents’ social evenings and play days; at these events you will meet with your child’s key person who will talk to you about your child’s development. A complimentary ‘Coffee to Go’ breakfast service is available for all Kids 1st parents every morning. This provider is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Kids 1st Ashbrooke

Kids Planet Ashbrooke Day Nursery provides childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The nursery is open 51 weeks of the year from 7.45am - 5.45pm, Monday - Friday. The Nursery offers free childcare places to eligible 2 year olds, 15 hours free childcare to all 3-4 year olds, and also 30 hours free childcare to qualifying 3-4 year olds. The setting is warm and homely, well equipped and has excellent indoor and outdoor facilities. It is based in the heart of Ashbrooke conservation area. A holiday club is also available for children aged 3-11, for outside of term time.

Kids Planet Ashbrooke

Loving and caring Childminder based in Silksworth, Sunderland, SR3 with over 20 years of childcare experience.  Please view my social media page 'Blue Heart Childminders' on Facebook &amp; Instagram.

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

Lianne Gardner

Margaret is highly experienced in child minding and makes observations of children's progress and keeps records for parents and Ofsted to look at. She has a variety of toys and attends play groups, parks, libraries and also visits the farm. Margaret has completed training in :<ul><li>Safeguarding Children</li><li>Healthy Eating for Children First Aid (which I update every 3 years)</li><li>Health and Safety</li><li>The New EYFS Framework</li><li>ASD Awareness</li><li>CACHE Level 3 in Childminding Practice</li><li>An Introduction to EYFS Setting the Standards</li><li>EYFS - Developing and Extending</li><li>An Introduction to EYFS (NCMA) - An Awareness Raising Session for Childminders</li><li>Current Changes to Ofsted Regulations</li><li>ASD Awareness</li><li>Childminder Quality Improvement</li><li>Awareness of  Child Abuse and Neglect</li><li>Level 2 Award in Food Safety and Catering</li><li>Early Language Development Programme</li><li>Common Assessment Framework</li><li>Administering Medication for Childminders</li><li>Childminder Quality Improvement Group</li><li>SENCo Course for Childminders</li><li>Drugs and Alcohol</li><li>Paediatric First Aid</li></ul>Margaret continues to attend training courses to further her knowledge.This provider is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Margaret Clarke

Eligible to offer free 2, 3 &amp; 4 year old childcare places. From September 2024 funding for 9 month olds. Michelle is flexible with her days and hours and will try to accommodate everyone. She has a current first aid qualification.  Michelle also attends childminder and toddler groups and also soft play.  There are lots of outings to farms, parks, beaches, etc.  There is outside play both at home and at the groups.  There is also baking, messy play, sand and water play, books, computer, etc. Michelle is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Michelle Angus (Cheekiechops Childminding)

Returners is an attendance provision for secondary students unable to attend mainstream education due to poor mental health normally associated with anxiety disorders. The aim of the provision is to provide a small nurturing environment where pupils can successfully access a broad curriculum, rebuild their confidence and self esteem, with a view to a successful return to mainstream education, a specialist provision or Post 16 education. They are based in Thornhill Academy where all pupils are taught and supported by a wonderful and dedicated team of professionals who not only see pupils for who they are now but for who they can become. An application for a place can only be made by the pupil's registered school via the Central Provision Panel.  The following criteria must be met:<ul><li>The young person's attendance must be less than 50%</li><li>They must be engaged with a Mental Health Service eg. CYPS or CAMHS</li><li>The young person does not display poor behaviour</li></ul>Please feel free to contact the Provision Manager Lyn White to arrange a visit.

Returners - Thornhill Academy

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

Ryhope Infant School Academy

Ryhope Junior School

Outreach Youth provision engages with local young people acting as a stepping stone in supporting them to access existing opportunities in the world.

Ryhope Outreach Youth Provision

We specialise in FREE preloved school uniform.  Our school department is a free service to all north east parents.  You will find uniform for over 100 school's represented. There is a huge outdoor wear section, a PE department which also has Out of School Club kits, including football boots, gym and dance kits, a great swimwear selection, as well as fancy dress department. Other services we provideIn the school department there are FREE books for children to encourage all children to read.  All books are FREE for all children, parents and/or carers. Formal/Interview Wear - FREE hire serviceWe have a large selection of special occasion and interview wear.If you are going to a special event there is no need to pay a fortune when sometimes the garment will only be work a few times at most. You will find a good selection of men's suits and accessories, as well as ladies garments for events such as weddings, proms, balls, cocktail parties, ladies day at the races, charity balls and garden parties.  We have a lovely selection of accessories too. Why not book an appointment with us to view.  Out contact details are below. Donations:All donations can be taken to 46 Villette Road. We thank you for your support and generosity.

Second Chance Sunderland

Providing awareness and support for adults who have dyslexia and assisting adults where this is causing barriers in their daily life, such as finding work, liaising with professionals, engaging with their children and other family members. Criteria for accessLive in Sunderland area and experience barriers because of dyslexia. Diagnosis not essential. Universal servicesLiaising on behalf of or supporting a person with contacting other agencies to seek any additional support needed. Signposting to other appropriate agencies with whom we are partners. Targeted services 1-1 Tailored support to adults who experience dyslexia, for example:<ul><li>Dyslexia awareness</li><li>Literacy skills</li><li>Confidence building</li><li>Self esteem</li><li>Coping strategies</li><li>Support in preparing for work, job searching or further training</li><li>Liaising with professionals</li></ul>Specialist servicesOffering free dyslexia awareness training and advice to professionals, volunteer staff, local agencies and other organisations, who work with people who may have dyslexia.

Social Inclusion and Dyslexia Project (SID)

Social Inclusion and Dyslexia Project (SID) Logo

Secondary education provision for pupils aged 11 - 16 years.

Southmoor Academy

Special Olympics Sunderland supply coaching and training for youngsters with learning disabilities in swimming, judo, badminton and other sports.  We have qualified coaches in all sports.  Children and young people are encouraged to reach their full potential and enter competitions if they wish.  1-1 swimming lessons are available for age 6 years and over.Criteria for access All potential members must have a diagnosed learning disability and be aged 6 - 25 years.  All members are to be accompanied by a parent or carer.Targeted services Coaching and training for children and young people with a diagnosed learning disability.Cost to access services Fees of £4.00 per session and £20 annual membership.Please visit our website for more details.