SEND Services in North Somerset
North Somerset, a unitary authority blending coastal towns and rural communities in the South West, offers dedicated SEND support shaped by its unique local landscape, where services strive to keep most children with EHCPs in area schools despite ongoing national pressures on placements. While neighbouring Somerset grapples with rising SEND demands and financial strains, North Somerset maintains a focus on improving outcomes through joint commissioning with health and education partners, as highlighted in recent local strategies. Parents navigating this can turn to SEND and You, the impartial SENDIASS service, for free, confidential advice to ease the journey and connect to the right help. You're not alone - local families and forums are here to support you every step.
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Schools & SEND Provision
84
Schools
6
Specialist
9
SEN Units & Resource Bases
32,545
Total Pupils
3,526 pupils
1,720 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 Somerset's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
SEND and You
EHCP
SEN Team
SEND Team
North Somerset SEND Team
Occupational Therapy
Sirona Care & Health Children's Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy
Sirona Care & Health Children's Therapy
Other Services
Early Help
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Baytree School
SpecialNot judgedRavenswood School
SpecialWesthaven School
SpecialNot judgedSeven Hills
SpecialSky Vale
SpecialCastle Batch Primary School Academy
PrimaryGoodLocking Primary School
PrimaryGoodMendip Green Primary School
PrimaryGoodMilton Park Primary School
PrimaryUnderstanding 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 Somerset.
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