Decision details
Wokingham Post-16 SEND Hub
Decision Maker: Executive
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: No
Purpose:
This report sets out a proposal to use the
vacant old library building at Denmark Street, Wokingham as a
Post-16 SEND Hub. A detailed examination of options has been
undertaken and is included within the body of the report. The
proposal meets multiple council priorities, including promoting
positive outcomes for young people with SEND; utilising vacant or
underused assets; and reducing future costs in the Council High
Needs Block budget.
Decision:
RESOLVED that the Executive:
1) noted the business case and options appraisal for a new Post-16 SEND Hub in Wokingham;
2) agreed the funding and financial implications as set out in the report; and
3) allocated the first floor of the former library on Denmark Street, Wokingham as the site for the development of the Post-16 SEND Hub.
4) request that the Children’s Services O&S Committee consider the project and provide their comments on the details of the project, the scope of the post-16 offer, and (when the details have been finalised) the implementation plan.
Wards Affected: Non-specific;
Reference Number: WBC 1455
Other reasons / organisations consulted
The format of the provision, including rhe
courses offered will be the subject of consultation with key
stakeholder groups (e.g. SEND Voices).
Contact: Oliver Gill Email: Oliver.gill@wokingham.gov.uk.
Report author: Oliver Gill
Publication date: 28/11/2024
Date of decision: 28/11/2024
Decided at meeting: 28/11/2024 - Executive
Accompanying Documents:
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