SEND Services in Dudley
SEND support in Dudley reflects the broader challenges facing the West Midlands authority, where educational attainment across the board sits below national averages. The borough is working to improve outcomes for all pupils, including those with SEND, though like many local authorities, Dudley has seen the number of children with Education, Health and Care Plans rise significantly in recent years - a trend reflected nationally as more families access the support they need. If you're navigating the SEND system for the first time, Dudley SENDIASS is here to offer impartial advice and support at every stage, and the Dudley Parent Carer Forum can connect you with other families who understand what you're going through. This page brings together the key information about SEND provision in Dudley, from specialist schools and support services to the statutory assessment process and your local offer.
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Schools & SEND Provision
116
Schools
12
Specialist
17
SEN Units & Resource Bases
48,902
Total Pupils
6,957 pupils
2,783 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 Dudley's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Dudley SENDIASS
EHCP
SEN Team
Dudley SEND Team
SEND Team
Dudley SEND Team
Portage
Educational Psychology
Dudley Educational and Child Psychology Service
Occupational Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Glasshouse College
SpecialHalesbury School
SpecialRequires ImprovementPens Meadow School
SpecialGoodSutton School
SpecialThe Brier School
SpecialOutstandingThe Old Park School
SpecialWoodsetton School
SpecialGoodCoombswood Special School
SpecialINNOV4TE Independent School
SpecialThe Rowan School
SpecialThe Wenlock School
SpecialBeacon Hill Academy
SecondaryGoodDawley Brook Primary School
PrimaryGoodGig Mill Primary School
PrimaryGoodJesson's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementRufford Primary School
PrimaryGoodThe Bromley-Pensnett Primary School
PrimaryGoodThe Crestwood School
SecondaryAshwood Park Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementCaslon Primary Community School
PrimaryNot judgedHawbush Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementHob Green 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 Dudley.
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