SEND Services in Halton
In Halton, a compact unitary authority in the North West blending urban and semi-rural communities, SEND support is designed to meet families' needs amid some of the highest deprivation levels in the region, particularly around health and disability. Recent progress shows EHCP assessments completing at 57.5% within the 20-week target in Q2 2025/26, with much improved rates of 67.2% that surpass regional and national benchmarks, helping more children access timely local provision. For impartial guidance tailored to your situation, contact the Halton SENDIASS Partnership - they're here to support you every step of the way.
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Schools & SEND Provision
69
Schools
8
Specialist
15
SEN Unit & Resource Bases
18,525
Total Pupils
3,028 pupils
1,257 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 Halton's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Halton SENDIASS Partnership
EHCP
SEN Team
SEND Team
Halton SENDIASS
Short Breaks
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Chesnut Lodge Special School
SpecialHope Corner School
SpecialWeston Point College
SpecialPoppy Field School
SpecialAstmoor Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedBeechwood Primary School
PrimaryHalton Lodge Nursery & Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementKingsway Primary Academy School
PrimaryGoodPalace Fields Primary Academy
PrimarySt Basil's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryGoodThe Brow Community Primary School
PrimaryGoodThe Grange School
All-throughGoodVictoria Road Primary School
PrimaryWestfield Primary School
PrimaryGoodWeston Point Primary Academy
PrimaryInadequateWoodside 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 Halton.
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