To permit an increase to the number of available post-16 places made available in Parkstone, to meet the assessed educational needs of children and young people with SEND and to reduce pressure on the High Needs Budget. The Council is the authority for approving this significant change.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/06/2026
Decision due: 22 Jul 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education and Skills
Lead director: Corporate Director of Children's Services
Contact: Lindsay Jackson, Head of Access to Education Email: lindsay.jackson@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Consultation via BCP 'Have your say' between 11 May and 15 June 2026.
Consultees
Parents and staff of Linwood School, local headteachers, Linwood School's surrounding community.