SEND and AP Advisory Services for Bradford and Leeds Councils
Department for Education · Awarded contract
AwardedSEND and AP Advisory Services for Bradford and Leeds Councils
Awarded 08 Oct 2023
Awarded08 Oct 2023
Value£14,400.00
SupplierCath Hitchen Consultancy Ltd
AgencyDepartment for Education
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 2y 1mo ago12mo term
Awarded 8 Oct 2023Expired 29 Sept 2024
About
Department for Education awarded a contract to Cath Hitchen Consultancy Ltd for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) advisory services to the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council and Leeds City Council.
The supplier provided expertise to advise, challenge, and support at-risk or poor-performing local areas in developing and implementing robust plans to improve SEND and AP services.
The work included ensuring sustainable improvements, focusing on outcomes for children and young people with SEND, and preparing for Ofsted inspections.
The supplier also supported senior leadership and SEND management teams, engaged at strategic and operational levels, and contributed to formal reviews of progress.
The contract value was AUD 14,400.
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