When applying for a Home Access package for children with severe physical disabilities and Special Educational needs a Looked After Child’s designated care worker can fill out an application form on the learner’s behalf.
All children and young people who are classed as ‘looked after’ (as defined by the Children Act 1989 and in full-time state-maintained education in England - school years 3 to 9 inclusive) who have difficulty using a computer because of a severe physical disability or a Special Educational Need will qualify, unless they have already been provided with a similar service or already have appropriate provision.
Looked After Children living in local authority maintained accommodation are ineligible for the programme as facilities should already be in place for this group.