Education Banding Tool
The current top-up funding process is manual and time-consuming, relying heavily on basic tools like Excel, Word, and email, resulting in issues with version control, user experience, and inconsistencies in funding allocation.
Formulate for SEND was custom-built alongside parents, teachers, SENCOs, headteachers, commissioners and psychologists, to digitise the process, making it easier, less frustrating, and more consistent for schools and local authorities.
Since 2020, it has helped assess over 17,000 cases, facilitating the allocation of more than £120 million in resources. Trusted by councils across England, Formulate is not just a tool but a partner in navigating the challenges of SEND funding, helping local authorities stay within budget while meeting the needs of every individual.
Benefits of Formulate for SEND
Fair and consistent allocation
Formulate promotes fairness by ensuring similar funding for individuals with similar needs, making the process transparent and equitable.
Data-driven decision-making
Our tool leverages data to improve the quality of EHC Plans and support evidence-based decision-making, reducing negotiation time with schools.
Nationally ready and future-proof
Formulate is the only SEND funding tool in England ready for a national framework, with ongoing updates to keep data current and relevant.
Budget control and forecasting
With customisable band levels, Formulate helps local authorities monitor their SEND budgets and forecast future needs, avoiding overspend.
Benchmarking and best practices
Formulate allows councils to learn from what has worked elsewhere through benchmarking insights, encouraging shared learning and continuous improvement.
Improve quality of EHC Plans
Existing users of Formulate have seen data quality improve as EHCPs 'feed' the tool.
Inclusive support
Our solution adapts to individual needs, catering to all children and young people to ensure they receive optimal support based on their specific requirements.
Rapid deployment
Formulate enables local authorities to be fully operational within days, allowing teams to quickly start inputting cases and managing data efficiently, reducing downtime and improving service delivery from the outset.
Equitable and needs-based allocation
Stepping away from hours-based allocation methods to Formulate ensures fair, consistent, and needs-focused assessments for all individuals.
Enhanced transparency
The tool provides greater transparency in EHC financial allocations, fostering trust among stakeholders.