Special Educational Needs (SEN) Services in Causeway Coast and Glens
Causeway Coast and Glens is a largely rural borough in Northern Ireland, home to stunning coastal landscapes and established towns like Coleraine, Ballymoney, and Limavady, where SEND support is tailored to families across scattered communities. While the area faces challenges like higher deprivation rates among young people compared to the Northern Ireland average and a projected decline in child population, it benefits from strong community wellbeing, ranking second highest in life satisfaction among local districts. Parents navigating the SEND system here can turn to SENAC, the local SENDIASS, for impartial advice and guidance every step of the way.
For families spread across Causeway Coast and Glens' scattered communities, staying organised while managing SEND can feel overwhelming - especially when you're juggling appointments, gathering evidence, and keeping track of how your child is doing day to day. JakTrack takes that weight off your shoulders by giving you one place to record what matters: how your child slept, what they ate, their behaviour patterns, and the small moments that tell the real story of their needs. Over time, this everyday evidence becomes invaluable when you're preparing for appointments or working through the SEN statement process, and our AI insights help you spot patterns you might otherwise miss. Starting early means you're building a clear picture from the beginning, so when you need to advocate for your child - whether with SENAC, your local authority, or at school - you've got the documentation and confidence to back it up. see how JakTrack can help
Schools & SEN Provision
93
Schools
2
Specialist
23
SPiM Schools
22,441
Total Pupils
2,092 pupils
1,884 pupils
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Causeway Coast and Glens operates under the Special Educational Needs and Disability (Northern Ireland) Order 2005. Children here may receive a Statement of Special Educational Needs from the Education Authority.
Northern Ireland Support Organisations
These organisations can help families in Northern Ireland navigate the SEN system:
Free independent advice on special educational needs in Northern Ireland
The Education Authority manages all SEN statements and assessments
Legal advice and representation for children and young people in NI
Local Services & Contacts
SENAC / SEN Advice
Free, independent advice and support for families navigating SEN processes in Northern Ireland.
SENAC
SEN Team
EA SEN Team (Ballymoney)
Schools
Rossmar School
Special0% SENSandelford School
Special0% SEND H Christie Memorial Primary School, Coleraine
Primary28.5% SENMillburn Primary School, Coleraine
Primary25% SENKillowen Primary School, Coleraine
Primary23% SENHarpurs Hill Primary School, Coleraine
Primary20.8% SENPortstewart Primary School
Primary18.6% SENBallysally Primary School, Coleraine
Primary17.3% SENLislagan Primary School, Ballymoney
Primary15.7% SENLimavady Central Primary School
Primary14.9% SENSt Malachy's Primary School, Coleraine
Primary14.5% SENBallykelly Primary School
Primary14% SENCastleroe Primary School, Coleraine
Primary13.8% SENSt John's Primary School, Coleraine
Primary13.5% SENBallymoney Model Controlled Integrated Primary School
Primary13.1% SENGaelscoil Leim An Mhadaidh, Limavady
Primary12.6% SENTermoncanice Primary School, Limavady
Primary12.2% SENFaughanvale Primary School, Greysteel
Primary10.3% SENMacosquin Primary School, Coleraine
Primary10.1% SENSt Brigid's Primary School, Ballymoney
Primary10% SENDrumachose Primary School, Limavady
Primary8.2% SENCarnalridge Primary School, Portrush
Primary7.2% SENSt Colum's Primary School, Portstewart
Primary7% SENSt Joseph's Primary School, Dunloy
Primary3.7% SENStraidbilly Primary School, Ballymoney
PrimaryUnderstanding SEN provision in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland operates under the Special Educational Needs and Disability (Northern Ireland) Order 2005. It retains a Statement-based system with a five-stage Code of Practice. Here's what you need to know:
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Under the Special Educational Needs and Disability (Northern Ireland) Order 2005 (SENDO), a child has SEN if they have a learning difficulty that calls for special educational provision. Northern Ireland uses a five-stage Code of Practice - Stages 1-2 are school-based support, while Stage 3 involves a Statement of SEN from the Education Authority.
Statement of Special Educational Needs
Northern Ireland still uses Statements (similar to England's former system, now replaced by EHCPs there). A Statement is a legal document from the Education Authority setting out a child's needs and the provision required. It's maintained by the EA, not the school, and comes with appeal rights to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal.
Specialist Provision in Mainstream (SPiM)
Some mainstream schools in Northern Ireland have specialist units - known as SPiM (Specialist Provision in Mainstream). These are dedicated classes within a mainstream school for children with specific needs, staffed by specialist teachers. Children benefit from both specialist support and mainstream social opportunities.
Grammar & Secondary Schools
Northern Ireland retains academic selection at age 11. Grammar schools are selective, while secondary (or "high") schools are non-selective. Both types have a SENCO and must provide SEN support. Grammar schools tend to have lower SEN rates but still have legal duties to identify and support children with SEN.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from families about SEND support in Causeway Coast and Glens.
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