SEND Services in Wandsworth
Wandsworth is a south London borough with a higher proportion of pupils identified with SEND than both London and England as a whole, meaning specialist support and provision are well-established across the area. As a densely populated inner London authority, Wandsworth has developed a range of specialist schools and resourced provisions to meet diverse needs, though like many urban areas it faces the challenge of balancing demand for specialist places with mainstream inclusion. If you're new to the SEND system in Wandsworth, the Wandsworth Information, Advice and Support Service (WIASS) is your first port of call - they offer free, impartial advice to help you understand your child's rights and navigate the assessment and support process. This guide brings together key information about SEND support in Wandsworth to help you find the right help for your child, whether that's through school-based SEN support, an Education, Health and Care Plan, or specialist provision.
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Schools & SEND Provision
111
Schools
11
Specialist
20
SEN Units & Resource Bases
41,927
Total Pupils
6,301 pupils
2,720 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 Wandsworth's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Wandsworth Information, Advice and Support Service (WIASS)
SEND Team
Wandsworth SEN Team (Thrive/Local Offer)
Occupational Therapy
South West London Children’s Occupational Therapy (via Thrive)
Speech and Language Therapy
South West London Children’s Speech and Language Therapy (via Thrive)
Other Services
SEND in Mind
Supporting Disabled Children Service
Family Information Service
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Centre Academy London
SpecialChelsea Hall School
SpecialGarratt Park School
SpecialGreenmead School
SpecialPaddock School
SpecialPark House School
SpecialRoehampton Gate School
SpecialTram House School
SpecialAshcroft Technology Academy
SecondaryOutstandingBurntwood School
SecondaryGranard Primary School
PrimaryGoodHillbrook School
PrimaryGoodRavenstone Primary School
PrimaryGoodRiversdale Primary School
PrimaryRequires ImprovementSacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea
PrimaryGoodSellincourt Primary School
PrimarySmallwood Primary School and Language Unit
PrimaryGoodSouthfields Academy
SecondarySouthmead Primary School
PrimarySwaffield 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 Wandsworth.
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