Transfer to High Needs Block 2025/26

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For 2025/26 we are proposing a 0.5% transfer (equating to an estimated £2.4m) from the Schools Block to the High Needs Block on the basis that this will increase the ability of mainstream schools to meet the needs of a growing population of children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) effectively and reduce the need for transfers to special schools.

We are asking mainstream schools and academies to complete the survey below by 5 December 2024 to let us know if you agree with the above proposal.

For 2025/26 we are proposing a 0.5% transfer (equating to an estimated £2.4m) from the Schools Block to the High Needs Block on the basis that this will increase the ability of mainstream schools to meet the needs of a growing population of children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) effectively and reduce the need for transfers to special schools.

We are asking mainstream schools and academies to complete the survey below by 5 December 2024 to let us know if you agree with the above proposal.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Survey

    Consultation for Mainstream Schools and Academies Only

    For 2025/26 we are proposing a 0.5% transfer (equating to an estimated £2.4m) from the Schools Block to the High Needs Block on the basis that this will increase the ability of mainstream schools to meet the needs of a growing population of children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) effectively and reduce the need for transfers to special schools. 

     As at the date of consultation we are still awaiting our indicative Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) Settlement for Local Authorities from the Department for Education, so all financial amounts shared in this consultation are estimated. We expect to receive this information by the end of November. 

     The increased funding will be used to: 

    • Ensure that provision is in place for children with Education, Health, and Care Plans, in line with our statutory duties. 
    • Fund Strategic initiatives in localities to meet the needs of children with SEND.


    Additional information can be downloaded at the top right-hand corner of this page.

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