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Autism

Autism is a life-long condition that affects a person’s ability to make sense of the world. It is known as an ASC (ASC) because it includes a wide range of differences

The Cheshire East Autism Team (CEAT)

The CEAT are a small school-focused team of teaching and support staff with considerable experience and qualifications in the field of autism. They provide specialist support for children in years 1 to 13 attending Cheshire East schools via the School Consultation model.

A diagnosis is not needed for the team to become involved with a pupil, however as it is a school based service request, the school has a procedure to follow which is outlined in the One minute guide - Cheshire East Autism Team a guide for parents ( PDF, 257KB).

Once a school has identified a student as having social and communication differences, they will need to complete the  CEAT consultation paperwork, including gaining parental consent.

The school will then attend scheduled CEAT meetings where strategies will be discussed and an action plan will be decided.

A decision will then be made for whether a school observation is needed. Discussions and model interventions (as required) will then take place with the child, family and school. Then a report or record of visits will be created outlining involvement and recommendation.

Further follow up visits and contacts as required will be provided.

One minute guide - The role of the Family Liaison Officer

  • CEAT who we are and what we do (PDF,140KB)

Autism related links

  • The Den - for teenagers and young adults on the autistic spectrum
  • National Autistic Society

Contact details

Autism Team - Cheshire East Council theautismteam@cheshireeast.gov.uk

01270 685960

Cheshire East Autism Team
Floor 5, Delamere House C/o Municipal Buildings
Earle Street

Crewe
Cheshire
CW1 2BJ

Also in this section

Support for pupils with autistic spectrum conditions
Autism
Information for parents and family of asc children
Information for professionals of asc children
Resources for parents and family
Resources for professionals

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