Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: March 10, 2026

Purpose: Over the last year, West Sussex County Council have been developing a new SEND Strategy (2026-2030), to support the SEND Area Partnership (parent carers, young people and education, health and social care), in achieving its collective vision of ‘Creating a bright and inclusive future for all children and young people with SEND in West Sussex’.   The Strategy has been developed following extensive engagement including partnership workshops, a public consultation, Task and Finish Groups and a dedicated co-production working group. The feedback gathered from this engagement has been taken into account in shaping the final strategy document   The Cabinet will be asked to endorse adoption of the SEND Strategy. 

Content: Following consideration of the report the Cabinet resolved: To approve adoption of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Strategy 2026-2030. The call-in deadline is 19 March 2026.