SEND Services in Havering
Havering is actively expanding its SEND provision to meet rising demand, with a new 300-pupil specialist school currently in planning and additional SEND units opening across primary and secondary schools from 2026 onwards. The borough recognises that families navigating the SEND system need reliable local support, which is why Havering SENDIASS offers free, impartial advice and guidance to parents and young people aged 0-25 on education, health and social care matters. Alongside these practical services, Havering Council has committed to a SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy running through 2028, with updates planned during 2025-2026 to reflect changing local needs. If you're new to SEND support in Havering, this Local Offer brings together information on the services available to your family, from early identification through to transition planning for young adults.
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Schools & SEND Provision
92
Schools
6
Specialist
14
SEN Units & Resource Bases
44,038
Total Pupils
4,762 pupils
2,185 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 Havering's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Havering SENDIASS
Parent Carer Forum
Havering SEND Family Voice
Havering SEND Family Voice is the parent carer forum for Havering, representing the views of families with children and young people with SEND. They work to improve services and support for families.
Facebook pageSEND Team
SEND Education Team
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology Service
Educational Psychology Parent/Carer Support Helpline available for direct contact with an Educational Psychologist
Occupational Therapy
Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Provides assessment and intervention for children with physical, sensory, cognitive or developmental difficulties that affect their ability to participate in daily activities
Speech and Language Therapy
Child and Adolescent Speech and Language Therapy
Provided by NELFT NHS Foundation Trust for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs
Other Services
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
Autism Assessment Service
Children's Autism Service
Sensory Support Service
Home to School Transport
Preparing for Adulthood Team
SEND Early Years Support Service
Audiology Service
Health Visiting Service
Disabled Facilities Grant
North East London Keyworking Service
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Corbets Tey School
SpecialLime Academy Forest Approach
SpecialGoodRoutes4Life Limited
SpecialThe Bridge
SpecialBower Park Academy
SecondaryGoodClockhouse Primary School
PrimaryOutstandingHall Mead School
SecondaryOutstandingNelmes Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedR J Mitchell Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementRedden Court School
SecondaryOutstandingSt Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 Havering.
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Social Care
Children and Adults with Disabilities Service (CAD)
Provides social care support for children and young people with disabilities and their families