Special needs3 days agoSon's needs inspired dad to build app for familiesColin Jones says he wants his app to help others get specialist support that he struggled to access.3 days ago8 days agoFamilies say day centre rescue plan was ignoredA plan by relatives to buy and run the day centre was never evaluated by the council, an FOI reveals.8 days ago2 Jun 2026Family borrows money for special needs supportThe Ombudsman recommends West Sussex County Council pay £1,000 to the mother and her son.2 Jun 20262 Jun 2026Funding for new classrooms to boost SEND provisionDemand for specialist school places in Wolverhampton has risen significantly, the city council says.2 Jun 202620 May 2026Care plan delays create inconsistent SEND outcomesEssex County Council says it is committed to making improvements in response to a report.20 May 20265 May 2026Can councils cope with rising SEND costs?5 May 202622 Apr 2026Special needs school jobs at risk over fundingFive Acre Wood School in Maidstone is thought to be the largest special needs school in the country.22 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Adult day centre closure could be 'catastrophic'Officers say the property is outdated, in an isolated location, and has high maintenance costs.17 Apr 20268 Apr 2026Children's mental health service to tackle delaysThe three- year programme hopes to provide easier access, earlier support and more joined-up care. 8 Apr 2026...
