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Secondary Transfer 2009 - General FAQs Page 4 of 4

My child has a statement of Special Educational Needs - what do I need to do?
You will need to contact your SEN Locality Officer on one of the following numbers depending on which area of Kent you live:
West Kent - 01732 525036
Mid Kent - 01233 898639
East Kent - 01227 284495

My child has a statement of Special Educational Needs, when should I return the secondary form?
The form needs to be returned to your child's current primary school by 5 September 2008. It will then be sent on for you to your local AEN and R section.

My child has a statement and I have given the form to my primary school. What happens now?
We will write to you in December 2008 confirming the proposal to amend your child's statement, setting out the proposed changes and seeking your views.
Between December 2008 and 15 February 2009 you can make any representations about the proposed amended Statement. A final Statement will be sent to you by 15 February 2009.

I want my child to go to school outside the Kent LA area. Do I still need to complete a Kent SCAF?
Yes, all school applications must be made on your home LA's application form, even if you are applying for schools outside Kent - you cannot fill out more than one form.

Will I receive help with travel costs if my child goes to school outside Kent LA area?
Please refer to the booklet "Admission to Secondary School in Kent 2009".

I live outside Kent but want my child to go to a Kent school. What do I do?
You will need to name the Kent school on the application form provided by your own Local Authority.

I have missed the closing date of 7 November. What should I do?
Please ring 01622 696565 and ask to speak to the Secondary Admissions Team.

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