Friday, October 31, 2025

New SEND hubs to offer more inclusive support in Lincolnshire schools

A major investment in inclusive education is underway across Lincolnshire, with £7 million earmarked to create 13 new hubs designed to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Five local authority-maintained primary schools will introduce dedicated SEND hubs, joining six primary academies and two secondary academies already approved by the Department for Education.

These hubs will offer smaller class sizes and dedicated support led by specially trained staff, aiming to provide pupils with the tailored help they need while remaining in mainstream schools. In total, the initiative will create 210 additional places for children with SEND, helping address a growing demand for inclusive, community-based learning.

Construction and setup for the new facilities are scheduled to begin in autumn 2025, with all hubs expected to be fully operational by autumn 2026.

The chosen schools include a mix of Church of England, Methodist, and community schools, reflecting a broad effort to improve access to high-quality education regardless of school type or location.

This move is part of a wider shift in education policy that sees inclusive support not as a specialist add-on but as a core offering within everyday school environments.

 

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