Purpose

Following the end of the representation period (formal consultation), this decision report seeks a decision from the Cabinet Lead Member to implement the proposal. 

Decision

1. Noted the statutory notice and proposal in Appendix A of this report to establish a Local Authority Resourced Provision (LARP)[1] at Fossdene Primary School including the statutory prescribed alterations process that was followed as set out in paragraphs 4.2 to 4.4 of the report.
2. Noted the factors in support of the proposal in Table 2 and that no objections were received to the formal consultation ending on 4 June 2025.
3. Determined and agreed to implement the LARP proposal at Fossdene Primary School with effect from 1 September 2025.

[1] Formerly referred to as Designated Specialist Provision (DSP). The DfE also refer to this provision as a SEN unit.