SEND Services in Cheshire West and Chester
In Cheshire West and Chester, a mix of urban and rural communities, SEND support is shaped by growing demand that outpaces funding, much like the national trend, though EHCP rates stand higher than the England average. The local authority is tackling challenges like service gaps in early years and inconsistent communication through its SEND Strategy 2025-26, which prioritises better school placements, fewer exclusions, and stronger post-16 options, informed by a recent joint strategic needs assessment and family voices via the Parent Carer Forum. Families can turn to Cheshire West & Chester SENDIASS for impartial guidance, while ongoing scrutiny and collaboration with health and education partners aim to build trust and meaningful change.
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Schools & SEND Provision
178
Schools
18
Specialist
14
SEN Units & Resource Bases
55,306
Total Pupils
7,551 pupils
3,260 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 Cheshire West and Chester's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Cheshire West & Chester SENDIASS
EHCP
SEN Team
SEND Team
SEN Team
SEN Team, The Portal, Wellington Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 0BA
Occupational Therapy
NHS Children's OT (via SEN Team)
Speech and Language Therapy
Cheshire West Integrated Children's Services (SALT)
Other Services
Home to School Transport / Travel Assistance
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Archers Brook SEMH Residential School
SpecialNot judgedDee Banks School
SpecialDorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
SpecialGreenbank School
SpecialNot judgedHebden Green Community School
SpecialiMap Centre
SpecialRivacre Brook
SpecialRosebank School
SpecialAbbey School for Exceptional Children
SpecialAdventure Wellbeing School
SpecialFern House School and College
SpecialMaple Grove School
SpecialOak Cottage
SpecialPetty Pool College
SpecialAcresfield Academy
PrimaryOutstandingBarnton Community Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryOutstandingDarnhall Primary School
PrimaryGoodDee Point Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementFrodsham Primary Academy
PrimaryNot judgedGrange Community Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryGoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimarySt Nicholas Catholic High School
SecondaryGoodThe Catholic High School, Chester
SecondaryUpton Westlea Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementWillow Wood Community Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryGoodWitton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedUnderstanding 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 Cheshire West and Chester.
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