Your voices were shared directly with Inspectors through the survey that was completed prior to the inspection. We are really pleased that so many SEND families responded to ensure their views and experiences were heard and considered.
The report has now been published, and the result is an Inconsistent outcome.
The Inspectors found that the experiences of children and young people with SEND in Southend-on-Sea can be very varied. The report reflects the experiences and feedback we have received from our families. We acknowledge that the Local Authority and Health services have implemented changes and improvements to the SEND systems, for example the recent redevelopments at the Lighthouse Child Development Centre, however too often our children’s and young people’s needs are not met in a timely manner.
We will continue to represent SEND families voices in Southend, to ensure that the necessary changes are implemented to best meet the needs of our children and young people.
To find out more about how you can get involved and ensure your families voice is heard, please complete our membership form:
https://www.southendsendindependentforum.co.uk/join-us
If you wish to read the full report it can be found on the Ofsted website: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219405
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