Special Schools & SEN Provision 2026
Find and compare 151 special schools providing specialist education for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
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Search and compare schools with Ofsted ratings, exam results, and catchment data.
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Outstanding (Ofsted)
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About Special Schools
Special schools provide education for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who need more support than a mainstream school can provide. They typically have smaller class sizes, specialist staff, and adapted facilities.
Types of SEN Provision
- Special schools — dedicated schools for pupils with SEND
- SEN units — specialist provision within mainstream schools
- Alternative provision — for pupils who cannot attend mainstream school
- Hospital schools — for pupils receiving medical treatment
Getting a Place
Most special school places are allocated through the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process. Your local authority will work with you to identify the right placement for your child based on their individual needs.