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Post-16 travel policy consultation

Have your say on the Post-16 transport policy statement. This sets out the travel support available for young people of sixth form age to attend education or training from September 2025. 

Complete the survey and let us know what you think about our statement or contact us on 020 7364 5001.

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Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

SEND child on adapted bus

Assessments

The council is responsible for carrying out statutory assessments and issuing and maintaining education and health care plans (EHCP). An EHCP describes a child’s difficulties and specifies the provision needed to meet their needs.

Read more about assessments.

Home to school transport for children with SEND

The council can provide information on the transport services available for children with special needs when travelling to and from home to school and on the guidelines regarding eligibility for this service.

Disabled students

The student finance section at Tower Hamlets works in partnership with the Student Loan Company under the banner of Student Finance Direct to provide financial support for eligible disabled students taking higher education courses.

Read more about student awards.

You can also get further information from the Parents Advice Centre.