Toby Long

Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 22 September 2026 - 10.00 am

Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 26 June 2026 10.30 am

The Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to discuss several key reports concerning child welfare, early years development, and special educational needs. A significant focus was placed on the findings of a joint inspection into the multi-agency response to child sexual abuse in Oxfordshire, alongside plans for the Best Start in Life initiative and the development of Family Hubs across the county. The committee was also set to review the lifting of a Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Improvement Notice.

Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 27 February 2026 10.00 am

The Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Oxfordshire County Council met on Friday, 27 February 2026, to discuss early years provision and the terms of reference for a scrutiny review panel into Woodeaton Manor School. The committee agreed to recommendations regarding early years provision, including the development of a clear plan for the long-term sustainability of targeted SEND support and an updated strategic statement on resource bases within schools. They also agreed to a strengthened transition pathway for children moving from primary resource bases to secondary education.

Additional meeting, Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 30 January 2026 10.00 am

The Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Oxfordshire County Council met on Friday 30 January 2026 to discuss the progress of the Local Area Partnership's SEND monitoring and Priority Action Plan, and to review draft guidance for Education Other Than At School (EOTAS). The committee agreed to several recommendations regarding the sustainability of SEND support, the role of resource bases, and the transition pathway for children moving from primary to secondary resource bases. They also agreed that the EOTAS guidance should be presented in a more accessible format for parents.

Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 21 November 2025 10.00 am

The Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee were scheduled to meet on 21 November 2025 to discuss attainment, the Virtual School annual report, and fostering services. The committee was also expected to discuss co-optee recruitment and review its forward work plan. Additionally, responses to previous scrutiny recommendations were scheduled to be noted.