SEND Services in Isles of Scilly
In the close-knit Isles of Scilly, a small island community off Cornwall's coast, SEND support is tailored to a tight population where families often know each other and services feel personal rather than distant. The local authority's SEND Strategy highlights a strong Parent Carer Forum representing nearly half of families with SEND children, offering vital peer support alongside expert guidance from SENDIASS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly. While the rural setting brings unique travel challenges for specialist access, the area's focus on early help from birth to 25 creates a reassuring foundation for your child's needs.
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Schools & SEND Provision
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Schools
0
Specialist
0
SEN Units & Resource Bases
251
Total Pupils
34 pupils
10 pupils
Services & Contacts
Local Offer
We don't have the Local Offer URL for Isles of Scilly yet. Try searching for "Isles of Scilly Local Offer" or check the council website above.
IASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
SENDIASS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
EHCP
SEND Team
Occupational Therapy
NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly ICB (OT via GP/School referral)
Speech and Language Therapy
NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly ICB (SALT via GP/School referral)
Other Services
Early Help
Home to School Transport
LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer)
Adoption Services
Fostering Services
Mental Health Services
Blue Badge Scheme
Advocacy Services
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Understanding 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 Isles of Scilly.
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Social Care
Children's Social Care