SEND Services in Oldham
Oldham, a bustling metropolitan borough in the North West, is committed to strengthening SEND support in Oldham through targeted expansions like new specialist places at Halcyon Way primary school and plans to boost secondary resource provisions. Local inclusion outcomes stand out as some of the strongest among statistical neighbours, often surpassing national averages in areas like attendance, suspensions, and exclusions, thanks to strong partnerships across schools. While EHCP numbers have grown steadily - mirroring national trends - Oldham invests above comparators in EHCPs within maintained settings and offers impartial guidance via the Oldham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS). Parents can feel reassured knowing these efforts aim to keep vital support close to home.
With Oldham's impartial SENDIASS guidance and investments in local EHCP support paving the way, JakTrack steps in as your everyday companion, helping you feel prepared and in control for those key appointments and reviews. Families tell us it brings a sense of calm knowing your daily notes on sleep, meals, and behaviour quietly build into powerful, organised evidence over time - starting early means you're always one step ahead. You'll walk into meetings supported, not scrambling, with insights that make your voice even stronger alongside Oldham's strong inclusion partnerships. see how JakTrack can help
Schools & SEND Provision
126
Schools
15
Specialist
14
SEN Units & Resource Bases
47,772
Total Pupils
5,874 pupils
3,323 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 Oldham's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Oldham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
SEND Team
Oldham Council Access Service (SEND)
Occupational Therapy
Northern Care Alliance NHS (Oldham OT)
Speech and Language Therapy
Northern Care Alliance NHS (Oldham SALT)
Other Services
Oldham SEND Local Offer
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Bright Futures School
SpecialBrookland School
SpecialNew Bridge School
SpecialChances Mentoring
SpecialEdStart Schools Oldham and Rochdale
SpecialFuture Finders Employability College
SpecialPath 4
SpecialSEE (Oldham)
SpecialSMS Changing Lives School
SpecialSupreme Start Ltd
SpecialTeenage Kicks
SpecialMedlock Valley Primary School
PrimaryGoodNorth Chadderton School
SecondaryNot judgedSt Thomas Moorside CofE (VA) Primary School
PrimaryGoodSt. Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryGoodUnderstanding 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 Oldham.
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