Stockton-on-Tees Local Area SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy Delivery Plan - November 2025 to December 2026
3.1 We will develop clear pathways that equip young people with skills and independence - transitions
How will we do this?
| Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
Establish transitions team to support the journey of young people moving from children to adults' services. Embed team practice and process. | October 2025 |
| Creation of a multidisciplinary panel to ensure we have all children's data. | December 2025 |
| Review impact of team. | December 2026 |
Leads
Leads include:
- Strategic Lead - SEND Partnerships
How will we know its making a difference?
- timeliness of referral to adult social care
- establishment of clear data set of children from 14 year old that will move into adult social care at 18
- evidence from panels of early transitions planning including independence goals (for example, travel, housing, employment) reduction in crisis referrals or emergency transitions
- satisfaction scores from young people and families, via surveys or feedback
- increase in jointly managed cases or shared reviews
Working in partnership
Partnerships involved include:
- Adult Services Assessment and Operational Teams
- Children's Services Operational Teams
