SEND
The latest news, analysis, research and advice relating to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) sector
Tuesday
2nd Jul 2024
7 demands from North East leaders ahead of the election
School leaders’ network Schools North East’s manifesto calls on the next government to recognise the impact of long-term poverty on schools
Why hiring ex-sports professionals is a winner for schools
The CEO of EdStart Schools, a provider of SEND and alternative provision, says recruiting former football and rugby professionals has given students extra inspiration
Thursday
20th Jun 2024
8 SEND and EHCP data insights schools need to know
New data on special educational needs provision in schools has been released. Dan Worth picks out the key trends
Limited SEND funding pledges pose ‘serious threat’ to provision
The next government must tackle the challenges of the special educational needs and disabilities system, urges Education Policy Institute
Monday
17th Jun 2024
How charities can help schools and pupils with complex needs
Support is out there for teachers keen to address gaps in their knowledge around additional support needs, says Lauren Lockhart
SEND placements pose tough questions - but things must change
A trust CEO outlines why he believes moves to reconsider how children with special educational needs and disabilities are placed in mainstream settings to be the right course of action