Agenda item

9.1

The Executive Director, Children, Young People and Families submitted a report describing the current work underway to support improvements to education provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those at risk of exclusion from school. It then proposed a strategic review and call for views on provision, including a period of engagement with stakeholders to shape change proposals and support the identification of potential capital projects.

9.2

RESOLVED: That Cabinet:-

(a)

acknowledges and approves the work outlined at paragraph 1.4 of the report;

(b)

approves a period of engagement to further review provision as outlined at paragraph 1.6 of the report; and

(c)

anticipates such further updates as are required following the period of engagement.

9.3

Reasons for Decision

9.3.1

The next period of engagement should provide a route for all stakeholders to input into this important area of work. This would enable us to build on the improvements that are already underway in a way that is more attuned to the current and future needs of these children and families.

9.3.2

The outcome should ultimately be to improve individual outcomes as part of a sustainable, effective model of provision that works for all Children and Young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

9.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

9.4.1

The period of engagement would give a good opportunity to consider alternatives prior to taking forward any further decision making.

9.5

Any Interest Declared or Dispensation Granted

None

9.6

Reason for Exemption if Public/Press Excluded During Consideration

None

9.7

Respective Director Responsible for Implementation

Jayne Ludlam, Executive Director, People Services

9.8

Relevant Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee If Decision Called In

Children, Young People and Family Support

9.1

The Executive Director, People Services submitted a report describing the current work underway to support improvements to education provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those at risk of exclusion from school. It then proposed a strategic review and call for views on provision, including a period of engagement with stakeholders to shape change proposals and support the identification of potential capital projects.

9.2

RESOLVED: That Cabinet:-

(a)

acknowledges and approves the work outlined at paragraph 1.4 of the report;

(b)

approves a period of engagement to further review provision as outlined at paragraph 1.6 of the report; and

(c)

anticipates such further updates as are required following the period of engagement.

9.3

Reasons for Decision

9.3.1

The next period of engagement should provide a route for all stakeholders to input into this important area of work. This would enable the Council to build on the improvements that are already underway in a way that is more attuned to the current and future needs of these children and families.

9.3.2

The outcome should ultimately be to improve individual outcomes as part of a sustainable, effective model of provision that works for all Children and Young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

9.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

9.4.1

The period of engagement would give a good opportunity to consider alternatives prior to taking forward any further decision making.