We'll help to meet needs on Send

As parents, we want to do the best for our children, and we want the reassurance of knowing that support will be there to help us, should we need it.

- NADINE PEATFIELD

So national headlines about the significant pressures facing the special educational needs and disabilities (Send) and inclusion system are understandably concerning.

While we're upfront about saying that Derby shares these challenges, we're also passionate about providing the best possible support for children and young people with Send and their families.

We're focusing on meeting the needs of our children as early as possible with the right support, at the right time, in the right place - working closely with schools, families and community partners to help young people reach their full potential, creating a city that's inclusive and ambitious for all.

Over two years, we're investing £24 million in 400 extra school places, through enhanced resource provisions in mainstream school and specialist placements.

With our health partners, we're working with all schools to provide more specialist support as part of their offer for children with Send.

We're working closely with schools to make sure they're inclusive and supportive places for all children, with almost all of Derby’s schools signed up to our inclusion charter.