SEND Services in Southwark
Southwark, a vibrant and diverse London borough, offers dedicated SEND support in Southwark through a range of local services tailored to families navigating special educational needs and disabilities. As an urban authority, it faces challenges like declining primary pupil numbers, which have led to some school closures, yet it maintains strong specialist provisions amid its lively communities near landmarks like Borough Market. The Southwark Information, Advice and Support Service (SIAS) is here to guide you with impartial advice on everything from EHC plans to school choices, helping ease the journey at a reassuring pace.
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Schools & SEND Provision
115
Schools
17
Specialist
10
SEN Units & Resource Bases
47,649
Total Pupils
7,473 pupils
2,500 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 Southwark's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
SIAS (Southwark Information, Advice and Support Service)
Hours: Thursday Drop-in: 1:00pm - 5:00pm (last appointment 4:30pm) at Sunshine House
SEND Team
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Team
Main council SEND department responsible for EHC Plan coordination, assessments, annual reviews and statutory processes. Translation and interpreting services available.
Short Breaks
Other Services
Autism Support Team
Travel Assistance / Home to School Transport
Mediation / Disagreement Resolution
Speech and Language Therapy Training
Breastfeeding Support
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Cavendish School
SpecialCherry Garden School
SpecialHighshore School
SpecialPhoenixPlace
SpecialTreasure House (London) CIC
SpecialTuke School
SpecialImperial Oak School
SpecialThe Autism Project - CareTrade
SpecialTHE BRIDGE SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS SCHOOL
SpecialThe Park College
SpecialBrunswick Park Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedKintore Way Nursery School and Children's Centre
NurseryPeter Hills with St Mary's and St Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryGoodRedriff Primary, City of London Academy
PrimaryOutstandingRye Oak Primary School
PrimaryGoodSnowsfields 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 Southwark.
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