SEND Strategy consultation 2025

Consultation closes: 1 October 2025
Consultation opened: 10 July 2025

The SEND vision is a shared ambition that sets the direction for all our work to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across Central Bedfordshire.

It is central to this strategy and shapes the priorities we will deliver over the next 3 years.

In Central Bedfordshire, we want every child and young person with SEND to:

• have the best possible start in life and a childhood that is rich in opportunity
• feel included and valued for who they are, in their families, schools and communities
• grow up with the right support to fulfil their aspirations

We believe that all children and young people should:

• be supported to thrive in education
• live as independently as possible
• enjoy meaningful friendships
• make confident transitions into adulthood

Whether their needs are supported through SEN support or an education, health, and care plan (EHCP), our vision is that every child receives timely, person-centered, and accessible support, at the right time and in the right place.

We will work in genuine partnership with families, schools, health, and care services to ensure our systems are inclusive, responsive, and focused on outcomes that matter. This means listening to lived experience, investing in provision, and holding ourselves accountable for delivering real improvements.

This vision will guide the delivery of our SEND priorities and provide a foundation for measurable and lasting change.