Issue details
Preparation For Adulthood Strategy
Purpose of report: The report provides an update on the development
of York’s Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) Strategy
2026–2031 and seeks the Executive Member approval of the
strategy. The strategy sets out the city’s shared approach to
supporting young people with SEND to prepare for adult life through
earlier planning, clearer pathways and more joined-up support
across education, health and social care.
The strategy establishes a new citywide framework for Preparation
for Adulthood, bringing together partners, services and providers
to improve outcomes in employment, independence, health, housing,
community inclusion and participation.
Executive Members will be asked to: Agree the Preparation for
Adulthood Strategy.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 26/05/2026
Decision due: 07/07/26 by Decision Session - Combined Executive Member Decision Session
Lead member: Executive Member for Children, Young People and Education, Executive Member for Health, Wellbeing and Adult Social Care
Lead director: Corporate Director of Adult Services and Integration, Corporate Director of Children and Education
Department: Directorate of Children and Education
Contact: Karoline Silcock, Head of Disabled Children's Services and Designated Social Care Officer email: karoline.silcock@york.gov.uk karoline.silcock@york.gov.uk.
Consultation process
The development of the strategy has been
carried out in consultation with York Parent Carer Forum.
Equality Impact Assessment Completed?: EIA will be included as part of the report.