Mainstream schools within the London Borough of Waltham Forest
Refer through the LBWF Access, Participation and Inclusion Team or through the SEND department.
Joining BCIS
Making a Referral
Referrals can be made for a range of reasons, but ultimately because a young person is not currently thriving in their mainstream school.
Choose the right route
Who should make the referral?
Out-of-borough local authorities and schools
Contact Big Creative Independent School directly to request an application form.
justin.bayley@bigcreative.education ↗What happens next
The referral process
- 01
Concerns are raised by the school or guardian, indicating a situation that may require a young person to be referred.
- 02
A referral is made to the local authority.
- 03
The referral is discussed and, if BCIS is considered a suitable intervention, the admissions process begins.
When places are limited: If BCIS is oversubscribed, the young person's case may be discussed at the Fair Access Panel and the young person may be placed on a waiting list.
Out-of-borough application forms
Contact BCIS directly
We will explain the next step and provide the appropriate application form.
Email the referral lead
Please request the secure route before sending an EHCP, risk assessment or other sensitive documents.