SEND Services in Devon
Devon, a large rural county in the South West, offers SEND support tailored to its spread-out communities, with services often delivered through local hubs and transport links to help families connect. Pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) in Devon have shown stronger academic performance than the national average in key areas like Year 1 phonics, Key Stage 2 subjects, and GCSE outcomes, reflecting positive local efforts. For impartial guidance on navigating this system, contact DiAS (Devon Information Advice and Support) at 01392 383080 or [email protected], knowing you're part of a supportive network dedicated to your child's needs.
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Schools & SEND Provision
421
Schools
43
Specialist
24
SEN Units & Resource Bases
106,609
Total Pupils
16,545 pupils
6,877 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 Devon's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
DiAS (Devon Information Advice and Support)
EHCP
SEN Team
SEND Team
SEND Operations Team
Occupational Therapy
NHS Children's OT (via GP/school referral)
Speech and Language Therapy
NHS Children's SALT (via GP/school referral)
Other Services
Mediation / Disagreement Resolution
Global Mediation
Free and confidential service. Voluntary and must be agreed by both parties.
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Acorn School
SpecialBarley Lane School
SpecialRequires ImprovementBidwell Brook School
SpecialBlackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School
SpecialCambian Devon School
SpecialEllen Tinkham School
SpecialGoodExeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education
SpecialGoodExeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education
SpecialInfocus College
SpecialMagdalen Court School
SpecialMill Water School
SpecialOakwood Specialist College
SpecialOn Track Education Totnes
SpecialPathfield School
SpecialQuay View School
SpecialSouthbrook School
SpecialNot judgedThe Lampard Community School
SpecialThe Promise School
SpecialNot judgedVranch House School
SpecialBelong School Devon
SpecialBeyond Creative Education
SpecialBreakthrough College
SpecialFieldstone School
SpecialHeather Bridge School
SpecialHighgate Hill House School
SpecialK-HQ
SpecialLifeworks College
SpecialOn Track Education Barnstaple
SpecialOn Track Education West Yarner
SpecialPhoenix Bay School
SpecialRedwood River School
SpecialROC College (part of United Response)
SpecialRunning Deer School
SpecialThe Greater Horseshoe School
SpecialThe Outdoors School
SpecialThe Wildings
SpecialThe Wildings Lovaton
SpecialTor View School
SpecialNewport Community School Primary Academy
PrimaryNot judgedNorthlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School
PrimaryOkehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit
PrimarySouth Dartmoor Community College
SecondaryNot judgedTiverton High School
SecondaryCountess Wear Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementGreat Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedIlfracombe Church of England Junior School
PrimaryNot judgedManor Primary School, Ivybridge
PrimaryNot judgedMarpool Primary School
PrimaryInadequatePilton Community College
SecondaryGoodWestcliff Primary Academy
PrimaryNot judgedWynstream Primary School Academy
PrimaryRequires ImprovementUnderstanding 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 Devon.
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