Nottingham Builds New Schools for Special Needs

Nottingham’s city council is launching two major new schools to support kids with special needs right in the city, slashing costly out-of-town placements and boosting local education. The former Snape Wood Primary site in Bulwell will become a specialist hub for 80 students aged 5-16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, funded with £2.3 million and expected to save £3.8 million long-term. Meanwhile, Aspley’s old Community Training Centre will transform into an alternative provision academy for permanently excluded students and those at risk, with £1.7 million investment, extending support up to age 16. These moves tackle rising demand and complex needs, aiming to improve outcomes, keep kids in school, and save taxpayer money — all while building a more inclusive, locally rooted education system. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/79f4ce6b391eb5a3