Stockton-on-Tees Local Area SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy Delivery Plan - November 2025 to December 2026
1.3 Developing our needs-led approach across the system - Early Identification Pathway
How will we do this?
| Action | Timescale |
|---|---|
| Refresh the early identification pathway to ensure that Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is aware of children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and appropriate support can be put in place. | December 2025 |
Leads
Leads include:
- Health Notification Working Group
- Team Manager - Assessments
How will we know we are making a difference?
- baseline established using refreshed pathway during first year of delivery
- increased number of children with needs identified and supported in the early years
- improved information sharing between partners
Working in Partnership:
Partners involved include:
- North Tees and Hartlepool Foundation Trust
- Information Governance
- Health Notification
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