SEND Services in Bexley
Bexley is a London borough with a population of 246,543 and a strong track record in early years support, particularly in helping disadvantaged children access quality education from the start. The borough has invested in specialist SEND provision, including a dedicated SEND Centre within its children's services that offers assessments, interventions and play-based support for young children with additional needs. If you're navigating SEND support in Bexley for the first time, the Bexley Information, Advice and Support Service (IASS) is your free, independent point of contact - they can guide you through the assessment process, explain your rights, and help you access the right provision for your child. This page brings together the key information about schools, specialist settings, and local services to help you understand what's available and how to get started.
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Schools & SEND Provision
91
Schools
10
Specialist
28
SEN Units & Resource Bases
43,749
Total Pupils
5,258 pupils
2,341 pupils
Services & Contacts
Local Offer
Every Local Authority must publish a "Local Offer" - a directory of all SEND services and provision in their area.
View Bexley's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Bexley Information, Advice and Support Service (IASS)
Parent Carer Forum
Bexley Voice Parent Carer Forum
Bexley Parent Carer Forum, giving a voice and support to families with SEND children and young people aged 0-25.
SEND Team
Bexley SEND Team
Portage
Bexley Portage Service
Portage is a home visiting educational service for pre-school children with complex additional needs and their families.
Occupational Therapy
Children's Occupational Therapy Service
Occupational therapists and therapy assistants who work with children aged 0-18 years.
Speech and Language Therapy
Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service
Speech, language and communication needs assessment and treatment service for children aged 0-18.
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Marlborough School
SpecialADO River Valley School
SpecialBrighter Futures Specialist College Ltd
SpecialPark View Academy
SpecialBarrington Primary School
PrimaryBelmont Academy
PrimaryBexley Grammar School
SecondaryOutstandingBlackfen School for Girls
SecondaryNot judgedChrist Church (Erith) CofE Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedCleeve Park School
SecondaryGoodCrook Log Primary School
PrimaryHaberdashers' Crayford Primary
PrimaryGoodHillsgrove Primary School
PrimaryHook Lane Primary School
PrimaryMayplace Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedParkway Primary School
PrimaryPelham Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedSherwood Park Primary School
PrimarySt Columba's Catholic Boys' School
SecondarySt Michael's East Wickham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryGoodSt. Paul's (Slade Green) Church of England Primary School
PrimaryGoodTrinity Church of England School, Belvedere
SecondaryUnderstanding school SEND provision
Schools in England provide SEND support at different levels. Here's what each type means:
Specialist School
A school that exclusively educates children with SEND. Smaller classes (typically 6-12 pupils), staff trained in specific needs, and environments designed for children who need more support than mainstream can provide. Places are usually named in an EHCP.
SEN Unit
A dedicated unit within a mainstream school, staffed by specialists. Children are on the roll of the unit but may join mainstream classes for some lessons. Offers a middle ground - specialist support with mainstream social opportunities. Usually requires an EHCP.
Resource Base
Extra resourced provision attached to a mainstream school. Children are on the mainstream roll but can access additional support, equipment, and specialist staff. Some resource bases focus on specific needs like autism or speech and language.
SEN Support (Mainstream)
Every mainstream school has a legal duty to identify and support children with SEND. This includes having a SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), providing reasonable adjustments, and putting in place SEN Support plans. You don't need an EHCP for SEN Support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from families about SEND support in Bexley.
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Social Care
Children with Disabilities Service (CWDS)
A specialist team within Bexley Local Authority Children's Social Services responsible for the assessment of children with severe and profound disabilities up to the age of 18