REFERRAL
Make a referral to WINA
A clear referral helps the team understand the learner, intended outcomes, risks, support needs and practical arrangements. Submission does not guarantee acceptance.
LOCAL AUTHORITY PARTNERSHIPS
Working with local authorities to support the right placements
WINA works with local authorities to support children and young people who may need alternative provision, SEND support or a more personalised education pathway.
Bromley
Bexley
Greenwich
Thurrock
Lambeth
Kent
Lewisham
Referrals and placements remain subject to individual assessment, suitability and agreed arrangements.
Prepare, share and review
01 Prepare
Gather learner, family, placement, SEND, academic, safeguarding, funding and transport information.
02 Share securely
Contact WINA and the team will advise how to share referral information and supporting documents securely.
03 WINA reviews
The team may request further documents and decides whether an assessment or provision discussion is appropriate.
04 Agree next steps
If suitable, clarify intended outcomes, support, responsibilities, review arrangements and the written offer.
People and education
Referrer name, role, organisation and contact details
Learner legal name, date of birth and address
Parent or carer details
Current placement and attendance
Academic levels and qualifications
Known professionals and agencies
Needs and arrangements
EHCP and SEND information
Safeguarding, risk and medical information
Requested hours, subjects and outcomes
Funding and transport information
Supporting documents and consent to share information
The referral route is not an emergency service
If somebody is in immediate danger, contact the emergency services or the relevant safeguarding authority.
Ready to share the referral information?
Contact WINA with the learner’s situation and the team will advise the appropriate secure next step.