Updated: September 2023
Each school in Durham receives its school budget in April, and as part of this budget there is a ‘notional’ SEN amount. Schools are responsible for funding the first £6,000 of support for children with SEN – after which they can request additional ‘Top Up Funds’ from the Local Authority. In order to access these funds, the school produces a ‘Costed Provision Map’ – detailing the provision the child is receiving and at what cost to the school. Children in receipt of an EHCP may be allocated additional funds as part of the plan. The use of these funds is discussed at the initiation of the plan, and during the review meetings to ensure best value is achieved.
More information about SEND finances is available within the Durham Local Offer.
