Proposed social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs Resourced Provision at Lydlynch Infant School

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Overview

Hampshire County Council and Lydlynch Infant School are seeking views on a proposal to establish a Resourced Provision (RP) for up to nine pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs opening in phases from the 2027/28 academic year.

Pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs may experience difficulties in managing their emotions, building relationships and may struggle to manage their emotions.

Why this provision is needed

There is a growing number of children in the area being diagnosed with social, emotional and mental health needs, and the need for specialist educational support is increasing. This proposal aims to support this by creating a dedicated space within the school for pupils with complex needs who have Education Health Care (EHC) Plans to be placed by the County Council’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) Team.

What is being proposed

  • A nine‑place Resourced Provision for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs
  • Pupils will be on roll at Lydlynch Infant School
  • Pupils will be supported to access mainstream classes where appropriate, alongside time in the Resourced Provision for targeted individual or small‑group support
  • The provision will open in phases from the 2027/28 academic year
  • Existing classroom spaces will be utilised for the base for the Resourced Provision. Minor adjustments, safeguarding measures, IT and furniture will be provided together with improvements to an external space for a secure play area.

Impact on the School

  • Pupils in the Resourced Provision will receive tailored support and spend time in both mainstream classes and the provision space.
  • The provision will enhance inclusion and wellbeing across the school.
  • Staff will benefit from additional training and shared expertise.
  • The school will receive additional funding to support staffing and resources.

Consultation Timeline

  • Consultation period: 22 June to 20 July
  • Drop-in session: Monday 13 July between 3:30pm to 6pm at Lydlynch Infant School (SO40 3DW).
  • Next steps: Responses will be reviewed and a report will be presented to the Executive Member for Education in September. If approved, a statutory notice will be published in autumn 2026.
  • A final decision is anticipated to be made by the Executive Lead Member for Children’s Services / Director of Children’s Services in late autumn 2026/spring 2027.

How to Share Your Views

We welcome feedback from parents, staff, governors, local residents, and other stakeholders. You can share your views in the following ways:

  • Attend the drop-in session on Monday 13 July 3:30pm to 6pm
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Write to:
    Helen ley
    SEN Partnership Development Manager 
    Children’s Services
    Elizabeth II Court West
    Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8UG

Please see the following link for frequently asked questions (FAQs)
FAQs for Lydlynch Infant School AS RP

All responses must be received by 20 July.