To consider a report on the above.

The Group considered the submitted report which set out a vision for how local services would develop in order to improve outcomes for the most vulnerable young people.  The Head of Education and Learning advised members of the assessment process and professionals who evaluate the need for an Education, Health and Care Plans.  The Head of Education and Learning went on to explain the support available if an applicant did not meet the threshold for the Care Plan, but required an element of additional support.

The Policy Development and Decision Group (Joint Commissioning Team) made the following recommendation to the Mayor: 

That the SEND Strategy 2016/20 attached at Appendix 1 be approved and that the Director of Children’s Services, in consultation with the Executive Member and key stakeholders, be authorised to make any final changes to the Strategy and provide regular updates on progress.

The Mayor considered the recommendation of the Policy Development and Decision Group (Joint Commissioning Team) set out above at the meeting and the record of decision, together with further information is attached to these Minutes.