Warwickshire County Council is proud to raise awareness of our initiative aimed at empowering young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to lead happy and independent lives.
The County Council is providing free Independent Travel Training (ITT) to eligible young people with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) who qualify for home to school transport assistance.
Traveling independently can be a significant milestone for young people with SEND, and our ITT program is designed to help them achieve just that. By mastering the skills necessary to navigate public transportation within Warwickshire, these young people can gain greater independence and broaden their horizons.
The ITT program is tailored to each individual, ensuring that it meets their specific needs and abilities. Typically, the program consists of one-to-one training sessions that occur once a week for a duration of 9 to 12 weeks, however this can be adapted to suit the needs of the young person. The duration may be extended to ensure the young person has the confidence and skills…
