SEND Services in Wokingham
In Wokingham, a welcoming borough in the South East blending town and countryside, SEND support is expanding to meet growing needs with exciting new local options like a post-16 SEND hub opening in the former library in September 2026 and additional resource units in mainstream schools starting next year. These initiatives, including plans for new special free schools funded by government grants, aim to keep more children closer to home and reduce out-of-borough placements. The Wokingham SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) is here to guide you every step, offering impartial help so you feel supported in navigating SEND support in Wokingham.
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Schools & SEND Provision
84
Schools
6
Specialist
10
SEN Units & Resource Bases
34,419
Total Pupils
4,024 pupils
1,554 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 Wokingham's Local OfferIASS
Free, impartial advice about SEND - EHCPs, school issues, exclusions, navigating the system.
Wokingham SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
SEND Team
SEND Team
Other Services
Preparing for Adulthood
SEND Travel Assistance
Personal Budgets
Autism Spectrum Service for Information Support and Training (ASSIST) Team
Mediation Service
Independent Travel Training
Wheelchair Service
Children's Advocacy
New EHCPs by Primary Need
Schools
Addington School
SpecialChiltern Way Academy Wokingham
SpecialOutstandingHigh Close School
SpecialOdyssey House School
SpecialRiseley Green School
SpecialEmmbrook Infant School
PrimaryEmmbrook Junior School
PrimaryGoodMaiden Erlegh School
SecondaryOutstandingUnderstanding 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 Wokingham.
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Social Care
Children with Disabilities Team
Provides social care support services for children with SEND, including equipment and support for families. Also includes assessment services for children with disabilities.