Education Sector
Maintained special schools
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Maintained special schools
We celebrate successes, highlight areas for improvement and focus on what’s important for learners in maintained special schools.
Explore advice and tools created for those working in maintained special schools.
More information about our work is available below.
![A young boy in a supportive chair playing with a sensory ball in a classroom.](https://estyn.gov.wales/app/uploads/2024/08/maintained-special-schools-photo-2.jpg)
Ways to improve
Estyn are here to help you improve your school/setting. Explore our vast wealth of improvement resources.
What to expect ahead of an inspection
Our guide on what to expect during an inspection of your setting.
My inspection guide![Education in the Maintained special schools sector](https://estyn.gov.wales/app/themes/estyn/public/images/inspectionctaplaceholder.39da43.png)