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SEND Services in North Lincolnshire

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North Lincolnshire, a unitary authority blending urban and rural communities, offers dedicated SEND support tailored to local families, with early years provision standing out as more robust than the national average in securing EHCPs for young children. While primary phase EHCP rates sit slightly below England levels, a strong emphasis on mainstream placements - 42.2% of EHCP children attend these schools - helps keep support accessible close to home. Families can turn to North Lincolnshire SENDIASS for impartial guidance through the process, and the area's new SEND Strategy for 2025-2028 signals ongoing commitment to improving outcomes amid national pressures.

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Schools & SEND Provision

91

Schools

12

Specialist

1

SEN Units & Resource Base

24,496

Total Pupils

14.5%receive SEN Support

3,550 pupils

5.4%have an EHCP

1,335 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 North Lincolnshire's Local Offer

IASS

Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.

North Lincolnshire SENDIASS

Parent Carer Forum

North Lincolnshire Parent Carer Forum

SEND Team

North Lincolnshire Council SEND Team

Occupational Therapy

NLAG Children's Occupational Therapy

Speech and Language Therapy

NLAG Children's Speech and Language Therapy

New EHCPs by Primary Need

Schools

years old

Hestia School

Special
Ages 12-19Capacity: 60DN20 8EF
AutismSocial & Emotional

Options Barton

Special
Ages 5-19Capacity: 85DN18 6DA
Autism

St Hugh's Special School

Special
Ages 11-16Capacity: 138DN16 1NB
Specific LearningVisualOtherHearingSpeech & LanguageAutismSocial & EmotionalMulti-SensoryPhysicalModerate LearningSevere LearningProfound & Multiple

St Luke's Primary School

Special
Ages 3-11DN16 1BN
AutismPhysicalModerate LearningSevere LearningProfound & Multiple

Act Fast NL Ltd

Special
Ages 11-25Capacity: 36DN17 3PS

Hera House

Special
Ages 5-14Capacity: 50DN15 0DA

Pledge2Learn

Special
Ages 11-16Capacity: 30DN17 2TQ

Robert Holme Academy

Special
Ages 5-11Capacity: 10DN20 8DL

Rowan Education

Special
Ages 10-16Capacity: 25DN16 2AG

Skills Centre PLUS

Special
Ages 16-25Capacity: 50DN15 7DQ

Tle Independent School

Special
Ages 11-16Capacity: 20DN16 1SA

Trent View College

Special
Ages 16-19Capacity: 60DN17 1DS

Westcliffe Primary School

PrimaryGood
Ages 3-11Capacity: 315DN17 1PN
Hearing

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 North Lincolnshire.

To request a statutory assessment for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in North Lincolnshire, contact North Lincolnshire Council through their website at www.northlincs.gov.uk, where a request form is available. They will assess if your child needs an EHCP based on their special educational needs. For support, reach out to North Lincolnshire SENDIASS at 01724 277665 or [email protected].
North Lincolnshire SENDIASS is a free, impartial service offering confidential information, advice, and support to parents, carers, and young people aged 0-25 with SEND on education, health, and social care issues. They listen to your views, explain your rights, ensure your voice is heard in decisions, and signpost to other services. Contact them at 01724 277665 or [email protected].
North Lincolnshire has 12 specialist schools for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). There is also 1 school with a resource base, with no schools having SEN units. Around 1,335 pupils have an EHCP out of 24,496 total pupils.
The Local Offer lists all SEND services, support, and provisions available in North Lincolnshire for children and young people up to 25. You can find it at http://www.northlincslocaloffer.com/. It includes details on schools, therapies, and family support.
The EHCP assessment process in North Lincolnshire follows national guidelines, aiming to complete the full process within 20 weeks from the request date. Delays can occur due to gathering advice from professionals. Contact North Lincolnshire SENDIASS for the latest updates on timelines.

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