Ofsted Inspection Update
Jo Southall • February 16, 2022
Inspection of Cheshire West and Chester Council
from Monday 14th February to Friday 18th February 2022.
The PCF were invited to meet with the Inspectors this week, we wanted our parents and carers to have a voice and share their views on SEND Services for our children and young people.
We had an opportunity to share our survey results with the inspectors. Full analysis and a report will be produced and shared with our parents and carers in due course but in the meantime, here is a summary of the Overall Themes that came from the survey.
The inspectors have evaluated how effectively the local area:
- identifies the needs of children and young people with SEND
- meets the needs of these children and young people so that their outcomes and chances of participating fully in society improve.
You can read the full Ofsted Report here.
Any further news about the inspection will be shared on our website so please check our updates online or visit the LiveWell website for news.
For general feedback or to get involved and make a difference, contact us here
Parent Carer Forum CWaC: Support Me As A Carer
10th May 2027 at Northwich Memorial Court - help unpaid carers access the support, information, and services available
Cheshire West and Chester Council are hosting another SEND Summit on Monday 19th October 2026 at Chester Racecourse
Government consulting on major changes to Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) and Alternative Provision. Parent Carer Forum Cheshire West and Chester
The Social Care, Family Support and Early Help Forum - Families First and Family Hubs, what services are available and how to access them plus Neighbourhood Hubs
Learn about CYPMHS/MyMind referral pathways and what to expect, mental health support available in schools, early intervention and crisis services.
Role of the PCF - get involved, updates on education, social care and health priorities (from the new Designated Clinical Officer for SEND) for the year ahead.
This month’s PCF newsletter is packed with updates, opportunities and support for SEND families across Cheshire West & Chester.
The Department for Education is consulting on Education Otherwise Than at School (EOTAS) — and parent carers’ voices are crucial.
PCF (AGM) meeting with an update from the CWaC SEND Transport team on SEND Home to School Travel Assistance.
The SEND Commitment - SEND system works together. It’s a set of shared promises, created with families, professionals, and young people. Commitment across CWaC,