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Choosing a school


How to choose a school

Here are some ideas to help you choose a school:

  • Use the school directory to see what schools are available in your area.
  • Visit schools to look at the facilities and talk to staff.
  • Think about how your child will travel to school – check whether they are eligible for school transport.
  • Discuss your child’s needs with the school’s special educational needs and disabilities coordinator (SENDCo).
  • Look at the school’s website and read their SEND Information Report, this should explain how they use their funding to support children with SEND.
  • Look at the national website Compare School Performance to see schools’ results.