SEND Services in Warrington
Warrington, a thriving unitary authority in the North West with a mix of urban and suburban communities, offers dedicated SEND support in Warrington through a range of local services designed to help families navigate challenges with confidence. While the proportion of pupils identified with SEND here is lower than the national average, the council's SEND Sufficiency Strategy 2025 outlines proactive steps to meet growing needs, including plans for expanded specialist provision amid rising demand across England. Parents and carers can turn to Warrington SENDIASS for free, impartial advice, ensuring you're supported every step of the way in this dynamic area.
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Schools & SEND Provision
92
Schools
7
Specialist
17
SEN Units & Resource Bases
33,232
Total Pupils
4,421 pupils
1,835 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 Warrington's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Warrington SENDIASS
Parent Carer Forum
Warrington Parents and Carers
Local parent and carer voice organisation supporting families who have a child or young person with a disability
Facebook pageSEND Team
Warrington SEND Team
Occupational Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy
Other Services
Home to School Transport / Travel Assistance
Personal Budgets / Direct Payments
Early Help / Family Support
Preparing for Adulthood / Transition team
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Green Lane Community Special School
SpecialWillow Tree Park
SpecialWoolston Brook School
SpecialNot judgedBirchwood School
SpecialWillow Green CIO
SpecialBridgewater High School
SecondaryGoodGorse Covert Primary School
PrimaryGoodKassia Academy and Support Services
SpecialGoodMeadowside Community Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryOakwood Avenue Community Primary School
PrimaryGoodSandy Lane Nursery and Forest School
NurserySt Vincent's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryNot judgedBirchwood Community High School
SecondaryNot judgedNot Applicable
Padgate Academy
SecondaryGoodPenketh High School
SecondaryGoodSir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School
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 Warrington.
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Social Care
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