Proposed Communication and Interaction Resource Base (CIRB) at Stow Heath Primary School

Overview

On 26 October 2025, Initial Consultation on the proposal to establish a Resource Base at Stow Heath Primary School concluded.  Following this, the Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Education and the Executive Director of Families reviewed the outcomes of initial consultation and determined that Formal Consultation (Representation) should commence for this proposal.  

It is proposed that a 20 place Communication and Interaction Resource Base (CIRB), be established at Stow Heath Primary School which will support the increased demand for specialist places. This includes children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who may have difficulty in communicating with others.

Why your views matter

Demand for specialist school places has risen significantly in recent years and there has been an increase in the number of children with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCP). Following the Covid pandemic, younger children are presenting with more complex needs and require suitable provision to support their education. At present Speech Language and Communication (SLC) is the most common primary need for children who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continues to be a common primary need. 

We are seeking your comments/feedback on the proposed Resource Base.

Formal consultation on the proposed Communication and Interaction Resource Base (CIRB) at Stow Heath Primary School commenced on 12 January 2026 and runs until 8 February 2026.

For further information please see related documents below.