Caerphilly Council considering provision expansion for ALN

The proposals being consulted on are to establish new specialist resource bases, to support pupils with complex needs and autism spectrum disorder, at:

• Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni (2 classes)
• Idris Davies 3-18 (3 classes over 2 years with capacity for maximum 30 in total)
• Rhiw Syr Dafydd Primary (1 class with capacity of 8 -10)
• St Helens RC Primary (1 class with capacity of 8 – 10)
• One other primary school to be determined (1 class with capacity of 8- 10)

If approved, the plans would help ensure targeted support is provided to meet the needs of individual pupils, in settings closer to home.

Cllr Carol Andrews, Caerphilly Council’s Cabinet Member for Education, said “We’re committed to ensuring all pupils in the Caerphilly borough receive the support they need to reach their full potential.  Whilst most pupils will have their needs met in mainstream settings, there is an increase in demand for specialist provision.  The proposals being consulted on aim to meet this rapidly increasing need.”

The full report can be found here: expansion of provision 2025 final version for PDM and Scrutiny updated.pdf