SEND Services in Hounslow
Hounslow, a diverse London borough blending urban and suburban communities, offers robust SEND support in Hounslow through its dedicated Local Offer and independent advice from Hounslow SENDIASS, helping families navigate options with confidence. Like many areas across England, it faces rising demand for Education, Health and Care Plans amid national trends, yet maintains a strong network of specialist schools and resources tailored to local needs. Parents new to the system can take heart in the borough's active Parent Carer Forum and ongoing efforts to improve provision, ensuring every child gets the right help in a supportive environment.
As Hounslow families navigate their SEND journey - whether preparing for an EHCP review, gathering evidence for a benefits application, or simply trying to keep track of what's working for their child - JakTrack sits quietly in the background, turning those everyday moments into organised, meaningful evidence. Rather than spending evenings compiling notes or scrambling to remember patterns when appointments arrive, parents can log what happened in 30 seconds, and the app handles the rest, building a comprehensive picture over 90 days that speaks for itself. Starting early means you're never caught off guard at a review or assessment, giving you the confidence and clarity that comes from walking into every meeting genuinely prepared. see how JakTrack can help
Schools & SEND Provision
85
Schools
7
Specialist
22
SEN Units & Resource Bases
48,069
Total Pupils
7,105 pupils
2,335 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 Hounslow's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Hounslow SENDIASS
Parent Carer Forum
Hounslow Parent Carer Forum
Monthly group discussing family issues such as health, education and employment
SEND Team
Hounslow SEN Team
Portage
Portage Service
Home-visiting education and support service for pre-school children with complex learning needs and developmental delays
Occupational Therapy
Children's Occupational Therapy
Children's occupational therapy provided by West London NHS Trust
Speech and Language Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy
Children's speech and language therapy provided by West London NHS Trust
Other Services
CAMHS
Travel Training Service
Home to School Transport
Personal Budgets / Direct Payments
Early Help
Autism Pathway
Wheelchair Service
Continence Service
Mediation / Disagreement Resolution
Global Mediation
Preparing for Adulthood / Transition
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Lindon Bennett School
SpecialMarjory Kinnon School
SpecialGoodOaklands School
SpecialThe Cedars Primary School
SpecialGoodEagle Park Independent School
SpecialGreat Oaks Charitable Trust T/A Great Oaks College
SpecialBrentford School for Girls
SecondaryNot judgedCranford Community College
SecondaryGoodFeltham Hill Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryOutstandingGrove Road Primary School
PrimaryHounslow Heath School
PrimaryHounslow Town Primary School
PrimaryGoodLionel Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedNorwood Green Junior School
PrimaryGoodSt Richard's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryGoodStrand-on-the-Green Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryGoodStrand-on-the-Green Junior School
PrimaryHeston Community School
SecondaryGoodLampton Academy
SecondaryOutstandingNorwood Green Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryNot judgedSpringwest Academy
SecondaryGoodWestbrook 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 Hounslow.
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Social Care
Children's Social Care
Children with disabilities social work team and safeguarding services