School Forum Report Nov 2025
Ealing Schools Forum approved transferring £1.69 million to the high needs block for special educational needs funding in November 2025.
Ealing Schools Forum approved the transfer of £1.69 million from the schools block to the high needs block in November 2025. This decision aims to address funding pressures for special educational needs for the 2026-27 financial year. The funds are allocated back to schools for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans, including outreach services that support high needs pupils in mainstream schools.
The transfer was part of discussions around school funding for the 2026-27 financial year, as detailed in a report presented to the Forum. Central services, such as SEN Assessment, are funded by the Council's General Fund and are not covered by this specific transfer.
Key facts
- Ealing Schools Forum approved transferring £1.69 million from the schools block to the high needs block. Source
- The decision was made on 20 November 2025. Source
- The funding is for the 2026-27 financial year. Source
- The transfer aims to alleviate funding pressures in special educational needs. Source
- Central services like SEN Assessment are funded by the Council's General Fund. Source
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