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31 stories · discussed at 16 council meetings · 19 councils

Councils are currently addressing Ofsted inspection findings across children's services, with some implementing improvement plans for SEND and care leaver support, while others achieve high ratings.

Sutton's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services face priority action following a critical Ofsted and Care Quality Commission (CQC) review in September 2026, which identified an "Area for Priority Action" regarding dysphagia pathways. Wandsworth's children's services were rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted in September 2026, while Lambeth's Children's Services achieved a 'Good' rating in September 2026, with care leavers specifically rated 'Outstanding'. Hackney's services for care leavers were praised by Ofsted in September 2026, noting strengthened services.

Harrow Council revamped its local offer for care leavers in July 2026, informed by Ofsted findings, following an 'inadequate' judgment for care leaver support in January 2026. Bexley's SEND reforms showed progress in July 2026, but challenges persist in embedding 'Preparation for Adulthood'. Redbridge Council is implementing a comprehensive SEND improvement plan, reviewed in March 2026, in response to structural issues identified by Ofsted.

Newham Council approved plans in September 2026 to open two new children's homes for young people with complex mental health needs. Hounslow Council's Cabinet approved extending the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) Programme until October 2026, as reported in March 2026. No future meetings are scheduled in the provided material where this topic is on the agenda.

Key facts

  1. Sutton's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services face priority action following a critical Ofsted and CQC review in September 2026. Source
  2. Newham Council approved plans in September 2026 to open two new children's homes for up to eight young people with complex mental health needs. Source
  3. Wandsworth's children's services were rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted in all areas in September 2026. Source
  4. Lambeth's Children's Services were rated 'Good' by Ofsted in September 2026, with care leavers specifically rated 'Outstanding'. Source
  5. Harrow Council revamped its local offer for care leavers in July 2026, informed by Ofsted findings. Source 1 Source 2
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 2

  1. Harrow Council Refreshes Care Leaver Support Offer with Simplified Information and New Sections Harrow Council has refreshed its 'Local Offer' for care leavers, aiming to make the support available to young people leaving the care system clearer, more accessible, and more... Harrow 3 July 2026
  2. Bexley's SEND Reforms Show Progress, But Challenges Persist in Key Areas Bexley's efforts to reform Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services are showing progress, with improvements noted in the timeliness and quality of Education,... Bexley 1 July 2026
  3. Hammersmith and Fulham SEND services achieve highest possible rating from Ofsted and CQC Hammersmith and Fulham's services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have received the highest possible rating in a recent... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 June 2026
  4. SEND Inspection Report Delayed Until May 11 Due to Local Elections Councillors have expressed disappointment as the publication of the Local Area SEND inspection report has been delayed until May 11, citing local elections as the reason. The... Bexley 26 March 2026
  5. Hounslow Boosts SEND Support with Programme Extension Hounslow Council's Cabinet has approved plans to extend the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) Programme until the end of October... Hounslow 20 March 2026
  6. Southwark Council Reports Significant Achievements in Housing, Education, and Environmental Initiatives During 2022-2026 Term Southwark Council's Cabinet has reviewed its achievements and performance over the 2022-2026 term, noting significant progress in key areas including housing, education, and... Southwark 20 March 2026
  7. Redbridge Council reviews progress on SEND services following Ofsted report Redbridge Council's Children and Young People Policy Development Committee has reviewed a report detailing significant progress and ongoing work in improving services for... Redbridge 18 March 2026
  8. Redbridge Council addresses Ofsted findings with comprehensive SEND improvement plan Redbridge Council is implementing a comprehensive SEND improvement plan in response to findings from a recent Ofsted report. Councillor Dudridge, Cabinet Member for Children and... Redbridge 18 March 2026