SEND Services in Staffordshire
Staffordshire, a large county spanning both rural and urban areas in the West Midlands, is committed to providing strong SEND support tailored to individual needs, with children and young people holding Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) more likely to attend special schools than the national average. The county's new SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy for 2026-2029, shaped by input from over 900 parents, carers, children, young people and professionals, prioritises joined-up health and education services to deliver the right help at the right time, while addressing rising demands like growing autism diagnoses and post-16 placements. You're not alone in navigating this - ASIST (Advocacy Services in Staffordshire), the local SENDIASS, offers free, independent and confidential advice to help ensure your child's voice is heard and rights respected.
That's where JakTrack comes in. As Staffordshire works to join up health and education services, having a clear picture of your child's day-to-day patterns becomes invaluable - whether you're preparing for an appointment, building a case for support, or simply understanding what works best for them. JakTrack lets you track the everyday details (sleep, meals, behaviour) and spot patterns with AI insights, so when you sit down with professionals or navigate the EHCP process, you're walking in prepared, supported, and genuinely in control of your child's story. Starting early with this kind of evidence means you're building a stronger foundation for whatever support your child needs next. see how JakTrack can help
Schools & SEND Provision
448
Schools
50
Specialist
26
SEN Units & Resource Bases
129,986
Total Pupils
17,161 pupils
7,052 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 Staffordshire's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
ASIST (Advocacy Services in Staffordshire)
SEND Team
Staffordshire County Council SEND Team
Contact for Local Offer information
Occupational Therapy
NHS MPFT Children's OT
Speech and Language Therapy
NHS MPFT Children's SALT
Other Services
Sensory Support Service
Text: 07452 949171
Direct Payments Team
Adult Learning Disability Teams (ALDT)
North team. Also South team ([email protected], 01543 334888) and Young Adults team ([email protected], 01785 278472)
Mental Health Duty Team
Also [email protected], 0300 790 7000
Adult Safeguarding
Celebrating Differences Campaign
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Blackfriars Academy
SpecialBluebell School Ltd
SpecialChasetown Community School
SpecialNot judgedCherry Trees School
SpecialGoodDraycott Moor College
SpecialGreenhall
SpecialHednesford Valley High School
SpecialHopedale School
SpecialHorton Lodge Community Special School
SpecialIvetsey Bank Hospital School
SpecialLongdon Hall School
SpecialMaple Hayes Hall School
SpecialMarshlands School
SpecialMortimer House School
SpecialOptions Trent Acres School
SpecialRoaches School
SpecialRobin's Nest School
SpecialRocklands School
SpecialRugeley School
SpecialSaxon Hill Academy
SpecialSherbrook Primary School
SpecialThe Fountains High School
SpecialGoodThe Fountains Primary School
SpecialGoodTwo Rivers High School
SpecialTwo Rivers Primary School
SpecialWightwick Hall School
SpecialAurora Hanley School
SpecialBeacon Independent School
SpecialCastle Hill School
SpecialCompass Community School Staffordshire
SpecialElm House School
SpecialGreat Oaks College
SpecialHeather Field School
SpecialKaleidoscope School
SpecialLadybird Manor School
SpecialLittle Kinvaston School
SpecialLongridge School
SpecialLyme Brook Independent School
SpecialNewfriars College
SpecialParkgate Farm
SpecialSycamore Meadow Outdoor Learning Centre
SpecialThe Haven School
SpecialSamuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryNot judgedCannock Chase High School
SecondaryCheslyn Hay Primary Academy
PrimaryChurnet View Middle School
Middle deemed secondaryNot Applicable
Endon Hall Primary School
PrimaryHednesford Nursery School
NurseryGoodLittleton Green Community School
PrimaryNorton Canes High School
SecondaryRequires ImprovementPainsley Catholic College
SecondaryGoodUnderstanding 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 Staffordshire.
Navigating SEND in Staffordshire?
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Social Care
Staffordshire Cares
Main adult social care contact service