School places for children with special needs (SEND)

What are special schools? 

Special schools teach children and young people who have severe learning difficulties and special educational needs. Their needs are considered too complex to be met in a mainstream school.  

These are called SEN schools (special educational needs schools). Children go to special schools when parents and professionals agree it's the best option. 

All children in special schools have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Special schools in Redbridge 

We have five schools specifically for children with special needs: 

• Hatton School
• Little Heath Secondary School
• New Rush Hall School
• Newbridge Academy 
• Hatchside Academy 

We have mainstream schools who have the specific resources to support children with special needs. These schools are known as schools with Additional Resource Provisions (ARP). 

• Mayespark Primary School 
• Cranbrook Primary School 
• Redbridge Primary School  
• Roding Primary School  
• Caterham High School 
• Seven Kings Secondary School  
• Forest Academy  
• Beal Academy  
• Oaks Park 

Book a visit   

You can visit the schools but need to contact them to arrange a time and get more information. 

Contact us  

For more information on the support we provide for SEND, contact the Special Educational Needs Team  

See our Local Offer, which has information on the support available for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. 

RAISS (Redbridge Information, Advice and Support Service) also have information and guidance for SEND