The Torbay Local Authority will always seek to place SEN pupils in mainstream schools providing that:

• The school is suitable for the child’s age, ability and aptitude and the special educational needs
• The child’s attendance is not incompatible with the efficient education of other children in the school, and
• The placement is an efficient use of the LA’s resources.

The Council has a Strategic Policy for Inclusion which works to promote inclusion, reduce disadvantage and support potential learners into learning experiences. Torbay’s key principles of inclusion includes reducing the number of pupils with Special Educational Needs in special schools and ensuring that the number in mainstream school rises.

For further information on SEN and placement within mainstream schools please contact the SEN Office or our Parent Partnership Officer:

Marianne Lewis (LA Parent Partnership Officer)

Tel: 01803 208239
Email: marianne.lewis@torbay.gov.uk