SEND Services in Solihull
Solihull, a metropolitan borough in the West Midlands blending urban and suburban communities, offers dedicated SEND support tailored to its diverse families, with a higher overall proportion of pupils identified as having SEND needs compared to the national average. While EHCP rates remain among the lowest of its statistical neighbours, reflecting a strong emphasis on early SEN Support, the local authority is actively planning specialist provision expansions as part of its Education Sufficiency Strategy. Parents can turn to Solihull SENDIASS for impartial guidance through the process, and with national SEND reforms on the horizon for 2026, the area is preparing to adapt services to better meet growing demands. You're not alone in navigating this - local resources are here to help every step of the way.
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Schools & SEND Provision
90
Schools
8
Specialist
9
SEN Unit & Resource Bases
41,842
Total Pupils
6,288 pupils
1,884 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 Solihull's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Solihull SENDIASS
SEND Team
Solihull Council SEND Team
Educational Psychology
Solihull Educational Psychology Service (SEPS)
Occupational Therapy
Solihull Community Services OT
Speech and Language Therapy
Solihull Community Services SALT
Other Services
Autism Team
Early Help
Mediation Services
Preparing for Adulthood / Transition Team
Employment and Skills Team
Children's Community Therapies
Chelmsley Wood Primary Care Centre
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Castlewood School
SpecialRequires ImprovementHazel Oak School
SpecialThe Island Project School
SpecialTrident Alternative Provision Ltd
SpecialAlderbrook School
SecondaryBishop Wilson Church of England Primary School
PrimaryGoodDickens Heath Community Primary School
PrimaryLangley School
SecondaryGoodMill Lodge Primary School
PrimarySolihull Alternative Provision Academy
SpecialGoodUnderstanding 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 Solihull.
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Social Care
Children With Disabilities Team