Department for Education · Awarded contract

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SEND and AP Advisory Services for Cumberland Council and Westmorland & Furness Council

Awarded 03 Oct 2023

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Awarded03 Oct 2023

Value£43,200.00

SupplierKevin Burns

AgencyDepartment for Education

RegionNorth West

CategoryEducation & Training

Ended 1y ago2y 1mo term

Awarded 3 Oct 2023Expired 31 Oct 2025

About

Department for Education awarded a contract to Kevin Burns for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) advisory services to Cumberland Council and Westmorland & Furness 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 adviser supported senior leadership and SEND management teams, worked with practitioners to develop competence, and contributed to formal reviews and recommendations to the Department's Vulnerable Children's Unit.

Regular written reports were provided.

The contract value was £43,200.

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