SEN places
Harrow Council is planning a new SEN school to meet demand and save costs.
Harrow Council is planning a new special educational needs (SEN) school at 265 The Ridgeway, designed for 292 pupils, to meet growing demand for SEN places. This development, heard by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in January 2026, is anticipated to save approximately £2 million annually by reducing the current £8 million yearly spend on SEN transport.
The council's plans for the new school aim to ensure all 292 spaces are utilised by Harrow children. It is also suggested that this development may potentially free up mainstream school places for other children, according to a report in January 2026. No further discussions or decisions are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Harrow Council anticipates saving approximately £2 million annually with a new SEN school. Source
- The new SEN school in Harrow is designed to accommodate 292 pupils. Source
- Harrow Council currently spends around £8 million annually on SEN transport. Source
- The new SEN school will be located at 265 The Ridgeway. Source
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