Salford City Council has received approval from Department for Education (DfE) to establish a new special school in Salford
The New primary free school will provide education for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and means more Salford children can stay and learn in the city rather than having to travel to other areas
The plan will see this new school welcoming and supporting children aged 4 to 11 years old who have complex educational needs. It will complement the existing range of special schools and additionally resourced schools that already exist in Salford but will offer parents a broader choice for their children. It is expected the school will prioritise supporting children with autism and focus on communication and interaction.
Councillor Jim Cammell, Lead Member for Children’s and Young People’s Services said: “This really is positive news for the children and parents of our city. Our population has grown rapidly in recent years and continues to do so. A new primary special school will be an important part of helping us manage the help families need in Salford.
“This is the start of a long process. We can now start working to find a suitable location and an academy trust partner to deliver and bring this new school to life. More children will be able to have their special educational needs met in the city, instead of having to travel to special schools out of area.”
