Decision

Resolved that: Executive

·       Approves the proposal to repurpose an existing space (Family Hub) at the Victoria Park Nursery School site to establish a Resource Base that will support nursery?aged children in West Berkshire with additional needs.

·       Notes that the proposal supports the Council’s SEND Sufficiency and Inclusion Strategy, delivering cost avoidance through reduced reliance on independent and out-of-area placements.

·       Delegates authority to the Head of SEND, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Education, to oversee the implementation and ongoing monitoring of the expanded provision.

This decision is eligible to be ‘called-in’.  However, if the decision has not been ‘called-in’ by 5.00pm on 27 March 2026, then it will be implemented.