SEND Services in Swindon
Swindon is a unitary authority in the South West of England serving nearly 38,000 pupils across 89 schools, of which 8 are specialist provisions and 16 have dedicated SEN units or resource bases. Compared to the national average, Swindon's SEND support shows both strengths and areas for development: while the authority has a lower percentage of Education, Health and Care Plans graded as inadequate, it also has fewer plans rated as good quality, suggesting a mixed picture in how well EHC Plans are being written and tailored to individual needs. If you're new to navigating SEND support in Swindon, the SIAS team (Swindon SEND information, advice and support service) can guide you through the assessment process, help you understand your child's rights, and connect you with local services and support. As a parent, you'll also find it helpful to know that Swindon has an active parent carer forum, Swindon SEND Families Voice, where families share experiences and advocate for improvements to local provision.
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Schools & SEND Provision
89
Schools
8
Specialist
16
SEN Units & Resource Bases
37,586
Total Pupils
5,050 pupils
2,232 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 Swindon's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
SIAS - Swindon SEND information, advice and support service (previously SENDIASS)
EHCP
SEN Team
SEND Service
SEND Team
SEND Service
Educational Psychology
Swindon Educational Psychology Service
Psychology provision for children and parents and team role profiles
Occupational Therapy
Children's Social Care Occupational Therapy
Part of the Paediatric Therapy Team. They see children and young people in their own homes and can provide equipment and arrange adaptations.
Speech and Language Therapy
Children's Speech and Language Therapy
Information and advice about referrals and services available through the Local Offer
Other Services
Travel Assistance / Home to School Transport
Travel North
Personal Budgets for SEND
Bridge to Adulthood / Preparing for Adulthood
Autism Support Service (SASS)
Sensory Support Services
Early Help Services
Be U Swindon
Disagreement Resolution / Mediation
Independent Travel Training
Swindon Carers Service
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Brimble Hill Special School
SpecialGoodCrowdys Hill School
SpecialNot judgedUplands School
SpecialRequires ImprovementConnex
SpecialHorizons College
SpecialSt Luke's Academy
SpecialGoodKingfisher CE Academy
PrimaryRequires ImprovementMillbrook Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedOaktree Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryRobert Le Kyng Primary School
PrimarySt Joseph's Catholic College
SecondaryThe Deanery CofE Academy
SecondaryInadequateEldene Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryGoodKingsdown School
SecondaryGoodLydiard Park Academy
SecondaryRed Oaks Primary School
PrimaryRuskin Junior School
PrimaryGoodThe Commonweal School
SecondaryUnderstanding 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 Swindon.
Navigating SEND in Swindon?
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Social Care
Children's Social Care
Information about short breaks and occupational therapy. Parent carer needs assessments available.