Discounts for families if your child has SEND
There are various local and national schemes and charities which can help save money if your child has an additional or special need.
- The concessionary bus pass entitles holders to travel free of charge on off-peak local bus services anywhere in England. Check eligibility and apply online for the bus pass on Slough Borough Council website.
- Merlin's Magic Wand offer Magical days out, Magic on tour, and Merlin’s magic spaces to children who meet their eligibility criteria.
- CEA Card is a national card providing concessionary cinema tickets for carers accompanying a disabled person to the cinemas across the UK. The card is valid for one year and costs £6.00. Apply online for the CEA card or download the application form.
- The National Trust issues a companions free entry card called "Access for all admit one card" for carers. It is issued to the disabled person so that it can be used for different carers. To obtain the card, email the disabled person's name and address to enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or telephone: 01793 817634. Entry for the disabled person is at standard cost or free with membership.
- English Heritage has over 400 properties including abbeys, castles and stately homes. It provides free entry to carers or companions of the disabled to English Heritage sites.
- Taking time out of your caring responsibilities is important to your health and wellbeing and with Slough Carer’s Card you can enjoy money off a relaxing massage or facial. There are also discounts for pieces of equipment for the person you care for. Apply for Slough Carers Support carers discount card.