Barnsley Cabinet to consider 40 new specialist primary school places

Barnsley Council's Cabinet is due to consider proposals to create 40 specialist primary school places for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

The plans are on the agenda for the Cabinet meeting, where members will look at how the extra places could be provided for local children who need specialist support.

The proposal is part of the council's work to make sure children with SEND can access the right education closer to home.

More details are expected once Cabinet has considered the plans. We'll bring you an update when a decision is made.