The child's school will make a referral as they are the first point of contact for families and already have lots of information and understanding of the child. The level of support that is required is based on the child in relation to their individual needs and their stage of development. Children and young people do not need an EHCP to access this support.
Specialist provision places within mainstream schools
Whilst the majority of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities will attend their local mainstream school; for some individuals, after a period of support it may be suggested that a place in a specialist provision may be necessary.
There are a number of specialist provisions within mainstream schools who provide support for pupils with more complex needs. Pupils in provision will access the majority of their learning and school life in an inclusive mainstream environment alongside their peers. Each pupil will have an individualised learning programme according to their needs. They can also access additional resources and expertise. The amount of time they spend in the mainstream environment and how they access it will depend on their individual needs.
CCI and Sensory (Hearing, Visual & Physical) Outreach
Schools can access Kirklees Specialist Provision (KSP) outreach via the referral form which can be downloaded by clicking this link. (downloads Word document).
For further information on the referral process please contact KSP Business Support Officer Kelly Smith:
You can contact the service directly to discuss the referral process.
kelly.smith@kirklees.gov.uk
Telephone: 01924 483744
SEMH Outreach
For SEMH outreach, please go to the Ethos Academy Trust site which gives details of their support.
For SEMH support for children in Reception, Yrs 1,2 & 3 please use the the KSP referral form which can be downloaded by clicking this link. (downloads Word document).
You can request outreach support for children and young people in Y 4 upwards using the Kirklees Single Point Referral Form found on the Kirklees Single Point Referral Process (SEMH) page (opens link in new window).
Ethos Academy Trust also offer a SEMH Advice service via email. If you require advice please contact Ethos Academy Trust through the following email address:
Access to SEMH outreach is via an SPR form, which can be found here. Details of how to complete a referral can be found here.
Contact us
Sensory and physical impairment; clare.burdett@kirklees.gov.uk
Complex communication and interaction needs;
esther.marper@kirklees.gov.uk
mike.black@kirklees.gov.uk
Social, emotional and mental health needs; Sue.Wight@eat.uk.com