Issue details

Consideration of proposals for the development of Special Schools in the North of the County

Report following pre-statutory consultation in the future special school arrangements for meeting the needs of pupils with cognitive difficulties. The report will propose statutory consultation on a specific proposal.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Policy Framework Change;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 24/08/2018

Decision due: 27 Nov 2018 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cllr Laura Mayes, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Children's Services, Education, and Skills laura.mayes@wiltshire.gov.uk

Lead director: Kathryn Davis (Director - Education & Skills)

Department: Education & Skills

Contact: Judith Westcott Email: judith.westcott@wiltshire.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Pre-statutory consultation comprising:
school meetings;
dialogue with stakeholders;
online survey and dedicated email address
professional networking
awareness raising via media

Consultees

school staff, governors, parents and pupils
stakeholders including health and Wiltshire Parent and Carer Council
professional colleagues

Documents

  • • Consideration of proposals for the development of Special Schools in the North of the County  

Background papers

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