SEND Services in Derbyshire
Navigating SEND support in Derbyshire can feel overwhelming, especially in a large county spanning rural villages and market towns where services must reach families across wide areas, but you're not alone in this journey. Derbyshire's percentage of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) remains lower than the England average and statistical neighbours, while educational outcomes for children with SEND often compare favourably to other regions. The local authority is tackling EHCP assessment backlogs through a dedicated recovery plan, locum psychology support, and a new quality assurance framework to improve response times for families. For impartial guidance, contact the Derbyshire Information, Advice & Support Service for SEND (DIASS) at 01629 533668 or [email protected].
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Schools & SEND Provision
449
Schools
30
Specialist
28
SEN Units & Resource Bases
111,842
Total Pupils
17,475 pupils
5,521 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 Derbyshire's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Derbyshire Information, Advice & Support Service for SEND (DIASS)
Parent Carer Forum
Derbyshire Parent Carer Forum
SEND Team
Occupational Therapy
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS
Speech and Language Therapy
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS
Other Services
Preparing for Adulthood
Mediation / Disagreement Resolution
Mediation / Disagreement Resolution
The Together Trust
Personal Budgets / Direct Payments
Autism Pathway / Autism Assessment
Active Dance
Glossop Leisure Centre
ASD/ADHD Parent/Carer Support Group
Autism Acceptance Group
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Alderwasley Hall School
SpecialAlfreton Park Community Special School
SpecialArnfield Independent School
SpecialAshgate Croft School
SpecialBennerley Fields School
SpecialGoodBladon House School
SpecialBrackenfield Special School
SpecialNot judgedBradshaw Farm Independent School
SpecialEastwood Grange School
SpecialHolbrook School for Autism
SpecialGoodHolly House Special School
SpecialNot judgedLandmarks
SpecialNew Direction
SpecialOld Sams Farm Independent School
SpecialPeak School
SpecialNot judgedPegasus School
SpecialStanton Vale School
SpecialNot judgedStubbin Wood School
SpecialNot judgedSwanwick School and Sports College
SpecialBluebank School
SpecialHigh Grange School
SpecialJasmine Grove School
SpecialJasmine House School
SpecialKershaw Wood
SpecialLongdon Park School
SpecialOaklands Manor School
SpecialSpring Valley School
SpecialThe Bayleaf Hub
SpecialWelden School
SpecialWellbrook School
SpecialElmsleigh Infant & Nursery School
PrimaryNot judgedSpringfield Junior School
PrimaryGoodAldercar High School
SecondaryAldercar Infant School
PrimaryNot judgedBrampton Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedChapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryGoodChapel-en-le-Frith High School
SecondaryNot judgedDunston Primary and Nursery Academy
PrimaryNot judgedHilltop Primary Academy
PrimaryRequires ImprovementHope Valley College
SecondaryGoodLangley Mill Academy
PrimaryNot judgedMundy CofE Junior School
PrimaryNew Whittington Community Primary School
PrimaryGoodNewton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School
PrimaryGoodOutwood Academy Newbold
SecondaryThe Long Eaton School
SecondaryRequires ImprovementTibshelf Community School
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 Derbyshire.
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