Issue details

Final decision on the Proposed re-designation of Special Educational Needs facility at Wallands Community Primary School.

Subject to the outcome of the consultation the Lead Member will be asked to take a final decision on a proposal to re-designate the SEN facility at Wallands Community Primary School from 1 September 2022, to also include pupils with a primary need of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Wallands Community Primary School has a designated specialist facility for up to 16 pupils aged 4-11 with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). East Sussex County Council is proposing to extend the designation of the facility from 1 September 2022, to include pupils aged 4-11 with a primary need of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The change in designation will enable the council to meet a growing need for places for pupils aged 4-11 with ASD, linked to a reduction in demand for SLCN places.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: For Determination

Divisions affected: Lewes; Ringmer and Lewes Bridge;

Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/07/2021

Decision due: 18 Oct 2021 by Lead Member for Education and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disability

Lead member: Lead Member for Education and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disability

Lead director: Director of Children's Services

Contact: Aaron Sams, Democratic Services Support and Research Officer Email: aaron.sams@eastsussex.gov.uk.

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