How can my child access a place at CSS?

CSS does not accept direct requests for admission. All our places are commissioned via the Local Authority.

The Local Authority commissions CSS to provide education for pupils who have been permanently excluded, are medically unable to attend school, or are at risk of permanent exclusion. When not at full capacity, CSS can also offer In School Support (Outreach).

Who should I contact about admissions?

General enquiries

For any general enquiries regarding access to CSS, please contact:

Steve Phillips
Senior Deputy Head of Service

• Phone: 01268 542367 or 07484 083863

How do admissions work for different types of placement?

Primary and secondary pathways admissions

Primary and secondary pathways placements are for pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who require an alternative approach to learning.

To explore if CSS is the right offer for your child, contact:

Essex SEND Operations

• Phone: 0345 603 7638
• Website: www.essexlocaloffer.org.uk

Primary and secondary admissions (permanent exclusion or at risk of exclusion)

For students who have been permanently excluded or who are at risk of permanent exclusion, admission is through the CSS and Essex Education Access Panel.

The panel includes representatives from all local schools, together with wider professionals, and decides on admission or an appropriate provision for each individual student.

For more information and enquiries on the referral process and permanent exclusions, schools should contact:

Essex County Council Exclusions Team

• Email: exclusions@essex.gov.uk

Medical admissions

For pupils who are medically unable to attend school, admissions are managed through Essex County Council.

West Team Admissions
Contact: Vicky Young (Education Access Specialist)

• Email: vicky.young@essex.gov.uk

South Team Admissions
Contact: Eloisa Dellas (Education Access Specialist)

• Email: eloisa.dellas@essex.gov.uk

How schools can access a place for a student at risk of permanent exclusion

 

Key contacts summary

Type of admission	Contact	Phone/Email
General enquiries	Steve Phillips (Senior Deputy Head of Service)	01268 542367 or 07484 083863
Primary and secondary pathways (EHCP)	Essex SEND Operations	0345 603 7638 or www.essexlocaloffer.org.uk
Permanent exclusion or at risk of exclusion	Essex County Council Exclusions Team	exclusions@essex.gov.uk
Medical admissions (West Team)	Vicky Young (Education Access Specialist)	vicky.young@essex.gov.uk
Medical admissions (South Team)	Eloisa Dellas (Education Access Specialist)	eloisa.dellas@essex.gov.uk

At CSS, we are committed to providing a smooth transition and ensuring that every pupil receives the personalised support they need to succeed.