Minutes:
The Chairman agreed that, in order to keep members informed, the next item of business should be considered.
Irene Lavelle, Strategic Lead for SEND, Standards, Improvements and Virtual School Head, presented the Looked After Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) report (for copy see file). The report provided details of the national legislation and inspection frameworks, the role of the virtual school in supporting looked after children with special educational needs and key areas for development.
In response to a question from Councillor Darkes, members were advised as to how the number of looked after children in County Durham with special educational needs compared with the national figure.
Resolved:
That the report be received.