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Will the new SEND reforms in England work? You have your say

BBC News·@Bbc·2 months ago
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This week the government has published its Schools White Paper, setting out sweeping reforms to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in England. From September 2029, children's entitlement to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) will be reassessed as they move between education stages, and by 2035 will be reserved for children with the most complex needs. New Individual Support Plans (ISPs) will be introduced, drawn up by schools and put into three categories: targeted, targeted plus, or specialist. The government said it would also invest £4bn in SEND provision over the next three years. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson told the BBC she appreciated "the big challenges around support for children with SEND". BBC News has been speaking to families, teachers, pupils and councils about their experiences of the current system, and their reactions to the government's proposals.…

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