SEND Services in Doncaster
Doncaster is a metropolitan borough in Yorkshire with a young population, and like many areas across England, it is working to strengthen SEND support in its schools and communities. The local authority's SEND provision sits slightly below the national average for Education, Health and Care Plans, though the percentage of pupils receiving SEN Support is in line with England overall, reflecting the growing recognition of additional needs across all school types. Special schools in Doncaster are currently operating at capacity, and the council has identified that many young people are travelling significant distances to access specialist education - a challenge the local authority is actively addressing through investment in new provision. If you are new to the SEND system in Doncaster, Doncaster SENDIAS (the local Information, Advice and Support Service) is your first port of call for impartial guidance on assessments, rights, and the support available to your child.
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Schools & SEND Provision
142
Schools
18
Specialist
9
SEN Units & Resource Bases
49,716
Total Pupils
6,966 pupils
2,103 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 Doncaster's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Doncaster SENDIAS
Parent Carer Forum
Doncaster Parent Carer Forum
EHCP
SEN Team
SEND Team
SEN Service
Portage
Portage Home Visiting Service
Home-visiting educational service for children 0-4 years with Special Educational Needs and or Disabilities
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology Service
Occupational Therapy
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH)
Speech and Language Therapy
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH)
Other Services
Early Help
Families Information Service
Doncaster Autism Service
Neurodevelopmental Pathway (5-18 years)
0-5 ASD Coordinator
Healthwatch Doncaster
Community Autism and Learning Disability Team
Transport/Travel Assistance
Personal Budgets
Preparing for Adulthood
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Coppice School
SpecialHeatherwood School
SpecialNorth Ridge Community School
SpecialNot judgedYorkshire Rose College
SpecialFieldgate School
SpecialHarrison College
SpecialHesley Holdings Limited
SpecialJourney Education Group
SpecialMercury College
SpecialMore Than Ed Independent School
SpecialNorth Bridge Enterprise College
SpecialSutherland House School Braithwell
SpecialThe Ridge Employability College
SpecialThorneberry School
SpecialBrooke Primary Academy
PrimaryGoodCampsmount Academy
SecondaryGoodHooton Pagnell All Saints Church of England Primary School
PrimaryGoodUnderstanding 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 Doncaster.
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Social Care
Children with Disabilities Team