SEND Services in Peterborough
Peterborough, a vibrant unitary authority in the East of England, offers dedicated SEND support tailored to its urban and semi-rural communities, with ongoing investments in special school capacity and stronger post-16 transitions helping families navigate challenges like high occupancy and rural access. While SEND identification rates here sit slightly below the national average, reflecting a strong emphasis on mainstream inclusion, the area has seen notable improvements in educational outcomes and multi-agency EHCP processes. For impartial guidance, the SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) is here to help at every step, ensuring you feel supported in accessing the right help for your child.[data]
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Schools & SEND Provision
88
Schools
9
Specialist
12
SEN Units & Resource Bases
42,182
Total Pupils
5,201 pupils
2,075 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 Peterborough's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
Hours: Arranged when convenient to service users and staff
Parent Carer Forum
Family Voice Peterborough
Parent carer forum representing families of children and young people with SEND in Peterborough
EHCP
EHCP request formSEN Team
SEN Team
Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Fletton Quays, Peterborough, PE2 8TY
Median assessment: 20 weeks (legal limit: 20)
SEND Team
SEN and Inclusion Services
Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Fletton Quays, Peterborough, PE2 8TY
Main council SEND department providing specialist support and services for children and young people with SEND
Short Breaks
Short breaks informationLink Care
Cherry Lodge, Clayton, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5SD
Offers short breaks to children and young people with disabilities within the homes of specialist carers
Portage
Early Years SEN Specialist and Portage Service
Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Fletton Quays, Peterborough, PE2 8TY
Home-visiting educational support for pre-school children with SEND. Monthly meetings available - see Family Voice Peterborough website for details.
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology Service
Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Fletton Quays, Peterborough, PE2 8TY
Provides psychological assessment and support for children with SEND. Monthly meetings available - see Family Voice Peterborough website for details.
Occupational Therapy
Childrens Occupational Therapy in the community
Therapy Services - Occupational Therapy Team, Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Fletton Quays, Peterborough, PE2 8TY
Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm. Provides occupational therapy assessment and support for children with physical, sensory or learning difficulties.
Speech and Language Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy Services
Other Services
Child Development Centre (CDC)
Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust
Early Help / Family Support
Peterborough City Council: Early Help
Sensory Support Service (hearing/visual impairment)
Peterborough City Council Sensory (Hearing/Vision) and Physical Support Service (SAPS)
Autism Pathway / Autism Assessment / Autism team
Autism Advisory Teaching Service
CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health)
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
Personal Budgets / Direct Payments
Personal Budgets Team
Home to School Transport / Travel Assistance
Special Educational Needs Home to School Transport
Mediation / Disagreement Resolution
KIDS Mediation Service
Preparing for Adulthood / Transition team
Preparing for Adulthood Helpline
Wheelchair Service
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Wheelchair Service
Home to School Transport
Stroke Association Childhood Stroke Support Service
Making Space Carers Wellbeing Service
British Red Cross Going Home from Hospital Support
Stroke Association Connect Service
Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Virtual Day Services
Youth Access Hub
YMCA Trinity Mental Health Hub
Time to Talk Next Steps Transition Project
Transforming Care Programme
Autism Education Trust Training
Autism Advisory Teacher Service
Preparing for Adulthood Transitions Team
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Heltwate School
SpecialPark House
SpecialSense College
SpecialThe Beeches Independent School
SpecialCalman Colaiste (Kisimul Group)
SpecialJack Hunt Academy
SecondaryGoodNene Park Academy
SecondaryNova Primary Academy
PrimaryNot judgedOrmiston Meadows Academy
PrimaryNot judgedSouthfields 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 Peterborough.
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Social Care
Peterborough City Council Disability Social Care 0-25
Bittern Way, Peterborough, PE2 8TY
Children with Disability Team phone: 01733 454490. Emergency duty team (outside office hours): 01733 234724. For adults over 18: [email protected] or 01733 747474