(UK) Hull: "With increasing numbers of children with complex needs" services expanding
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Jan 12, 2026, Hull City Council: Hull Expands SEND Outreach Partnership
Hull City Council has announced the relaunch and expansion of its SEND Outreach Partnership, strengthening support for schools and reinforcing its commitment to inclusive education for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Led by the Council’s Statutory SEND Services Team, the expanded partnership ensures SEND training and specialist support is accessible, practical and relevant for every school in the city.
SEND Outreach services support children and young people with SEND by providing a wide range of professional support, including:
As always, the aim is to help children with SEND benefit and receive access to the same educational opportunities as their peers.
With increasing numbers of children with complex needs being supported in mainstream settings, the expanded outreach offer is designed to ensure all school staff feel confident, skilled and supported.
This expansion builds on the introduction of Hull’s SEND Workforce Development Strategy, which focuses on strengthening skills, confidence and inclusion across the education workforce. It also includes new sensory-focused support, plus additional training opportunities. . . .
Three tiers of SEND support
Tier One – Universal Training: 15 training courses cover areas including autism, sensory needs, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) and trauma-informed behaviour. These can be delivered face-to-face, online and through twilight sessions. Universal Training is open to all schools.
Tier Two – Bespoke School Support: Tailored training, based on individual school needs. Outreach teams can visit schools to review learning environments and recommend targeted strategies.
Tier Three – Individual Pupil Support: Six-week or six-session programmes to upskill staff supporting specific pupils with complex needs. These are accessed via SENCO referral and are assessed by outreach providers. . . .
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