An Ofsted report has criticized the Redbridge Local Area Partnership for failing children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Key issues include significant delays in providing essential therapies, poor communication, outdated assessment methods for needs, and delays in creating education, health and care plans. The report indicated a breach of statutory duty, leading to distrustful relationships between families and the council. In response, the partnership has committed to overhauling SEND provisions to ensure better, quicker, and more accurate plans with active professional involvement.
Ofsted inspectors stated that the system for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Redbridge is ineffective, leading to significant frustration among families.
Families reported feeling worn down and unheard due to prolonged waiting periods for vital therapies and poor communication regarding their children's needs.
Parents expressed concern about outdated assessments that do not accurately reflect the current needs of their children, contributing to delays in vital education and health care plans.
The Redbridge Local Area Partnership acknowledged the Ofsted report, committing to substantial changes to improve the delivery of SEND services and to restore trust with families.
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