SEND East

The collaboration of all 11 local authorities in the Eastern across the whole SEND system.

About SEND East

SEND East facilitates collaboration among local authorities across the region to enhance all aspects of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It promotes the sharing of best practice, joint problem-solving, constructive challenge, and continuous improvement.

This work is led by Improvement East and the regional SEND lead, Sheelagh Sullivan, and is sponsored by Michael Marks, Director of Children’s Services in Southend and the designated lead DCS for the programme. The Regional Self-Evaluation and Peer Challenge process informs the identification of regional priorities.

The Strategic Partnership Group steers collaboration, innovation, and improvement efforts, driving the implementation of the Regional SEND Development Plan. All activities are undertaken in close collaboration with health partners, children and young people, and their families.

Useful links

Meetings

The Eastern Region SEND Network Strategic Partnership Group meets online on a quarterly basis

Governance

The Eastern Region SEND Network Strategic Partnership Group reports into the Eastern Region ADCS Network

Contact Details

Eastern Region SEND Improvement Lead: Sheelagh Sullivan (Improvement East)

sheelagh.sullivan@outlook.com

SLI Programme Lead: Rachel Black (Improvement East)

rachel.black@norfolk.gov.uk