Stockton-on-Tees Local Area SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy Delivery Plan - November 2025 to December 2026
1.4 Developing our needs-led approach across the system, improving waiting times to specialist services and Neurodevelopmental Pathway (Autism or ADHD)
How will we do this?
| Action | Timescale |
|---|---|
Embed Diverse Paths Programme across 10 primary schools to develop whole school approaches to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND). Identification of needs earlier. | December 2026 |
Access to needs-led support through education, training and local services. Improve the information and resources for those waiting (waiting well). Increase the number of assessments for those waiting the longest. | April 2026 |
Leads
Leads include:
- Diverse Paths Working Group
- Tees Valley Neuro-developmental Oversight Group
- Chair North East, North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
- Vice Chair Stockton Parent Carer Forum
