How many special schools are in South Gloucestershire?

South Gloucestershire has 9 special schools listed on School Atlas. Each profile shows the latest inspection grade, age range and — where recorded — the type of need the school supports.

How do children get a place at a special school in South Gloucestershire?

Special schools generally admit children through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The local authority names the school in the plan after a statutory assessment. School Atlas shows each school's provision, but placement decisions are made by the local authority, not the school.

What is the difference between a special school and a SEND unit?

A special school caters entirely for children with significant additional needs, with specialist staff and facilities. A SEN Unit (resourced provision) is a dedicated unit within a mainstream school — children spend part of their time in the unit and part in mainstream classes. Both are listed below.

Special Schools in South Gloucestershire

South Gloucestershire has 9 special schools. Schools below are ranked by their latest inspection grade, with pupil count as the tie-break. Special schools generally admit through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP); the local authority decides placements.

Types of need supported in South Gloucestershire

Severe Learning Difficulty (2)Autism (ASD) (2)Social, Emotional & Mental Health (1)Speech & Language (1)

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