We are delighted to announce that we have received the highest ranking possible from our recent SEND inspection.
In the report, which was published today (6 December), the inspectors from the Care Quality Commission and Ofsted stated that people with Special Educational Needs and or Disabilities (SEND) in Wiltshire are “valued and prioritised”.
We are now one of only five local authorities to have received the top grade inspection for SEND and also an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted result for our work with Families and Children, in the last four years.
The inspectors spoke to professionals, families and other partners involved in SEND and also reviewed our range of alternative provision. This provides education for children or young people who cannot attend school due to their needs, or for those who have been or are at risk of being permanently excluded from school.
The report highlighted that frontline services work together very effectively to meet need and improve outcomes, many children with SEND get targeted help and support from the start and that plans strongly focus on promoting independence, aspirations and confidence.
Thank you to everyone involved in this brilliant achievement.