Building a more inclusive SEND system together

We are working with children and young people, parents and carers, schools, health partners and community organisations to improve support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Our SEND Reform Plan and SEND and Alternative Provision (AP) Strategy set out our vision for creating a more inclusive, responsive and joined-up system where children and young people receive the right support, at the right time, in the right place.

Our 3-year ambition is clear: “We belong, We’re listened to. We can thrive”.

Together, these priorities will help us improve outcomes for children and young people, strengthen inclusion in mainstream settings, provide support earlier, and ensure families have confidence in the services available across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.