On this page you will find information on the Brent Strategic development and journey.
The inclusion initiatives
Pathways to employment
To support young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in preparing for the world of work, we’ve put together a brochure outlining a range of employment pathways. This resource is designed to help young people aged 14 - 25 find meaningful opportunities while also supporting employers who are eager to welcome skilled and motivated individuals into their workforce.
Download the guide to explore available employment pathways.
Download the guide to explore available employment pathways.
Inclusion Strategy 2026 - 29
Our Inclusion Strategy is an important document, which helps to guide the support we offer and has been shaped by parents, carers and young people. Download and read our current Inclusion Strategy.
You can now also find information and updates to our progress on the Inclusion strategy.
Brent Local Offer SEND inspection report
The January 2025 inspection of Brent’s SEND services found that children and young people with SEND generally have positive experiences and outcomes. The local area partnership is taking action where improvements are needed, including long wait times for assessments and updates to care plans.
The next full area SEND inspection will be within approximately 5 years.
Ofsted and CQC ask that the local area partnership updates and publishes its strategic plan based on the recommendations set out in the SEND inspection report.
Brent's Special Provision Capital Fund plan
Local authorities must ensure there are sufficient good school places for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Brent has been given £2.89 million of funding from the government between 2018 and 2021 to create new school places and improve existing facilities for children and young people with SEND, in consultation with parents and providers.
Celebrating SEND in Brent
Brent’s SEND Celebration 2025 brought together over 250 attendees to honour the achievements of young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). With performances, poetry, and collaborative projects from seven local schools, the event celebrated creativity, resilience, and the journey toward independence for students aged 14 and above.
Brent Self-evaluation for SEND
In January 2025, Brent underwent a Local Area SEND Inspection, which provided a comprehensive external review of its provision for children and young people with SEND. Brent was one of only two local areas inspected in 2025 to receive Ofsted's highest rating for SEND: the inspection recognised Brent's capacity to consistently deliver typically positive experiences and outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Inspectors commended the deep understanding held by local agencies of the borough’s SEND needs and the robust inter-agency partnerships that support effective service delivery.
Read Brent’s SEND self‑evaluations: