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Inquiry to look at huge task' of special educational needs reform in England

Reform of England's special educational needs and disabilities system is challenging and will not happen quickly despite ongoing inquiries.

The Guardian view on reforming special needs education: a demanding test for ministers | Editorial

The SEND system in England is in crisis due to significant funding inadequacies and an urgent need for reform.

No quick fix to special-needs failures, parents told

The government acknowledges the challenges faced by families with children with special educational needs and disabilities, emphasizing the need for systemic reform.

Inquiry to look at huge task' of special educational needs reform in England

Reform of England's special educational needs and disabilities system is challenging and will not happen quickly despite ongoing inquiries.

The Guardian view on reforming special needs education: a demanding test for ministers | Editorial

The SEND system in England is in crisis due to significant funding inadequacies and an urgent need for reform.

No quick fix to special-needs failures, parents told

The government acknowledges the challenges faced by families with children with special educational needs and disabilities, emphasizing the need for systemic reform.
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#education

Psychologist shortage is hampering special needs support and intervention | Letters

Local authorities are refusing special educational needs funding, leading to inequitable access to support for children with educational needs.

Top London academies face mass claims of emotional harm as Whitehall acts on crisis

The government is taking allegations of emotional harm at Mossbourne Federation schools seriously, emphasizing the need for supportive educational environments.

Secondary school where pupils 'incredibly keen to learn' gets top Ofsted rating

The Warren School in Chadwell Heath received an 'outstanding' Ofsted rating for pupil behavior and support for students with special needs.

School that 'creates a love of learning at all ages' keeps top Ofsted rating

Kentish Town CofE Primary School maintains its outstanding Ofsted rating, showcasing high academic ambitions and support for all pupils, including those with special needs.

Orpington school that 'champions inclusivity' set to expand in 2025

Midfield Primary School is committed to inclusive education, ensuring that all children have access to high-quality learning opportunities, especially those with special educational needs.

The Guardian view on Bridget Phillipson's sound advice: schools should focus on belonging | Editorial

Schools need to shift focus from exam results to fostering student belonging and supportive relationships.

Psychologist shortage is hampering special needs support and intervention | Letters

Local authorities are refusing special educational needs funding, leading to inequitable access to support for children with educational needs.

Top London academies face mass claims of emotional harm as Whitehall acts on crisis

The government is taking allegations of emotional harm at Mossbourne Federation schools seriously, emphasizing the need for supportive educational environments.

Secondary school where pupils 'incredibly keen to learn' gets top Ofsted rating

The Warren School in Chadwell Heath received an 'outstanding' Ofsted rating for pupil behavior and support for students with special needs.

School that 'creates a love of learning at all ages' keeps top Ofsted rating

Kentish Town CofE Primary School maintains its outstanding Ofsted rating, showcasing high academic ambitions and support for all pupils, including those with special needs.

Orpington school that 'champions inclusivity' set to expand in 2025

Midfield Primary School is committed to inclusive education, ensuring that all children have access to high-quality learning opportunities, especially those with special educational needs.

The Guardian view on Bridget Phillipson's sound advice: schools should focus on belonging | Editorial

Schools need to shift focus from exam results to fostering student belonging and supportive relationships.
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#education-reform

The special educational needs crisis affects all our children | Letters

The crisis in special educational needs is a symptom of broader issues within the educational system, emphasizing the need for holistic reform.

What kind of society would willingly traumatise its children in the name of education? | John Harris

Shift in schools policy is emerging with criticism of zero-tolerance discipline practices and their impacts on student welfare.

How Labour could rescue children from this endless series of educational crises | Letters

Calls for comprehensive education reform in England to address various crises in schools
Suggested actions include proper funding, curriculum changes, restoring arts and sports, and Send provision reforms.

The special educational needs crisis affects all our children | Letters

The crisis in special educational needs is a symptom of broader issues within the educational system, emphasizing the need for holistic reform.

What kind of society would willingly traumatise its children in the name of education? | John Harris

Shift in schools policy is emerging with criticism of zero-tolerance discipline practices and their impacts on student welfare.

How Labour could rescue children from this endless series of educational crises | Letters

Calls for comprehensive education reform in England to address various crises in schools
Suggested actions include proper funding, curriculum changes, restoring arts and sports, and Send provision reforms.
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#local-authorities

Special needs funding claims in English schools increasingly being refused'

Councils are increasingly denying additional funding for special educational needs unless supported by legal documents like EHCPs.

Fix SEN funding to avoid absurd' council deficits in England, IFS says

Council deficits in England for special educational needs could exceed £8 billion without radical reform.

Special needs funding claims in English schools increasingly being refused'

Councils are increasingly denying additional funding for special educational needs unless supported by legal documents like EHCPs.

Fix SEN funding to avoid absurd' council deficits in England, IFS says

Council deficits in England for special educational needs could exceed £8 billion without radical reform.
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#autism

Eye and ear checks to be offered to autism students at school

Health checks for children with special educational needs will be conducted in schools starting next year, enhancing diagnoses and care.

Restrained and scared - the 100k schools failing vulnerable children

Private special schools often fail to meet the complex needs of children with disabilities, leading to trauma and distress.

Autistic child in Wandsworth denied school transport

Wandsworth Council admitted fault in mishandling school transport for an autistic child, vowing to rectify their approach after the Ombudsman’s intervention.

Eye and ear checks to be offered to autism students at school

Health checks for children with special educational needs will be conducted in schools starting next year, enhancing diagnoses and care.

Restrained and scared - the 100k schools failing vulnerable children

Private special schools often fail to meet the complex needs of children with disabilities, leading to trauma and distress.

Autistic child in Wandsworth denied school transport

Wandsworth Council admitted fault in mishandling school transport for an autistic child, vowing to rectify their approach after the Ombudsman’s intervention.
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Firm building new school bids to attract special needs students to industry

Construction company seeks to recruit students with special educational needs, addressing industry gaps through educational workshops and creating inclusive opportunities.
#funding

Funding prevents SEND inclusion in schools - report

Funding and staffing issues hinder the inclusion of pupils with SEND in London's schools.

Greenwich schools report 'record high' number of suspensions

The substantial increase in pupil suspensions across schools in England is attributed to deteriorating mental health, unmet special educational needs, and lack of funding in local services.
Experts call on the Government to invest in early intervention services to prevent behavior issues from escalating to the point of suspensions and exclusions.

Funding prevents SEND inclusion in schools - report

Funding and staffing issues hinder the inclusion of pupils with SEND in London's schools.

Greenwich schools report 'record high' number of suspensions

The substantial increase in pupil suspensions across schools in England is attributed to deteriorating mental health, unmet special educational needs, and lack of funding in local services.
Experts call on the Government to invest in early intervention services to prevent behavior issues from escalating to the point of suspensions and exclusions.
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#private-schools

Parents face potential 3,800 increase in bill to support children with special educational needs under Labour government

Labour's VAT policy impacts SEND families in private schools, EHCPs crucial for exemption.

Private schools to launch legal action against VAT on fees, calling policy 'discriminatory'

Private schools in the UK are legally challenging a new VAT on fees, claiming it discriminates against vulnerable students and could impact education diversity.

Parents face potential 3,800 increase in bill to support children with special educational needs under Labour government

Labour's VAT policy impacts SEND families in private schools, EHCPs crucial for exemption.

Private schools to launch legal action against VAT on fees, calling policy 'discriminatory'

Private schools in the UK are legally challenging a new VAT on fees, claiming it discriminates against vulnerable students and could impact education diversity.
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#community-support

Greenwich Children's Centres set for changes and your views are wanted

Greenwich Council is restructuring 14 Children's Centres to optimize services, focusing on increasing nursery spaces and support for children with additional needs.

The Nunhead primary school where families speak highly of its 'positive atmosphere'

Ivydale Primary School continues to be rated good by Ofsted due to its supportive community and effective educational strategies.

Greenwich Children's Centres set for changes and your views are wanted

Greenwich Council is restructuring 14 Children's Centres to optimize services, focusing on increasing nursery spaces and support for children with additional needs.

The Nunhead primary school where families speak highly of its 'positive atmosphere'

Ivydale Primary School continues to be rated good by Ofsted due to its supportive community and effective educational strategies.
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Extra billions for schools in England will be quickly swallowed up, say experts

Government is injecting funding in schools, but rising costs and past underinvestment may negate its impact. Special needs systems remain in peril.
#austerity

If Labour can invest in infrastructure, it can invest in people, too starting with the children who need it | John Harris

The upcoming budget reflects optimism and anxiety, focusing on funding for the NHS and infrastructure while facing a crisis in special educational needs support.

In this new austerity moment, a fight is on: for the rights of children with special educational needs | John Harris

Labour faces a challenging path ahead, emphasizing austerity while needing to address significant issues in the SEND system.

If Labour can invest in infrastructure, it can invest in people, too starting with the children who need it | John Harris

The upcoming budget reflects optimism and anxiety, focusing on funding for the NHS and infrastructure while facing a crisis in special educational needs support.

In this new austerity moment, a fight is on: for the rights of children with special educational needs | John Harris

Labour faces a challenging path ahead, emphasizing austerity while needing to address significant issues in the SEND system.
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He felt absolutely lost': the crisis behind the rising number of UK children being homeschooled

Home education is increasingly driven by necessity due to rising children's anxiety and inadequate support in schools.
#school-support

Warning disabled children could be at risk of exploitation by criminal gangs

Children with special needs and disabilities are at risk of criminal and sexual exploitation due to gaps in government services.

Parents criticise school's deaf teaching provision

Culloden Primary School is facing criticism for not providing adequate support for deaf students due to a shortage of qualified Teachers of the Deaf.

Warning disabled children could be at risk of exploitation by criminal gangs

Children with special needs and disabilities are at risk of criminal and sexual exploitation due to gaps in government services.

Parents criticise school's deaf teaching provision

Culloden Primary School is facing criticism for not providing adequate support for deaf students due to a shortage of qualified Teachers of the Deaf.
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Parents and teachers' fury over 'unfit for purpose' new site for sixth formers

Parents and teachers protested against the inadequate preparation for sixth form students relocating to a primary school due to special educational needs demands.

Best Practices And Strategies For Teaching Students With Special Educational Needs

Creating inclusive environments for students with special educational needs is crucial for their success.

Temporary home for Bexley students announced while school undergoes expansion

Jubilee Primary School in Thamesmead will host Shenstone secondary students for 2024/2025 academic year.
Shenstone expansion project aims to cater to children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.

The 'vibrant and exciting' Catford school for children with special educational needs

The school for children with special educational needs excels in providing high-quality education and care.
Greenvale School is commended for its outstanding support of pupils' emotional well-being.

All the pupils suspended from school in Bexley as number reaches record high

The increase in pupil suspensions across schools in England is attributed to deteriorating mental health, unmet special educational needs, and a lack of funding in local services.
Experts are calling on the Government to invest in early intervention services to prevent behavior issues from escalating to the point of suspensions and exclusions.

Bexley mum 'at wits end' after dispute leaves son out of school for over two years

Moving closer to a specialized school can significantly improve the quality of life for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
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