Ealing Council's high needs block
Ealing Schools Forum approved a £1.69 million transfer to the high needs block to address funding pressures for special educational needs.
In November 2025, Ealing Schools Forum approved the transfer of £1.69 million from the schools block to the high needs block, which is funding within Ealing Council's budget for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. This decision was made to alleviate funding pressures in special educational needs as part of discussions for the 2026-27 financial year.
The transferred funding is allocated back to schools through provision for those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), including outreach services that support high needs pupils in mainstream schools. Central services, such as SEN Assessment, are funded by the Council's General Fund and are not covered by this transfer.
Key facts
- Ealing Schools Forum approved a £1.69 million transfer to the high needs block in November 2025. Source
- The transfer aims to address funding pressures in special educational needs. Source
- The funding is allocated back to schools for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) provision. Source
- Central services like SEN Assessment are funded by the Council's General Fund. Source
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