The special educational needs crisis affects all our children | Letters

"Unrealistic expectations, policy driven by behavioural management rather than child development principles, and an overemphasis on discipline above engagement will result in an ever-increasing number of children not coping."

"As a clinical psychologist, I see young people every day who are struggling to meet the demands of school...they are totally on board with the importance of education and have a thirst for knowledge."

"If my child attended an academy school like Mossbourne Victoria Park, where teachers allegedly screamed at and humiliated pupils, I suspect that they would be terrified and would probably fail."

"The reality is that inadequate Send training and resources impact not only (and of course, primarily and with most urgency) children with needs, but also their parents' ability to work."

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