Turning SEND reform into practical action
The Department for Education has published its schools white paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving, alongside the HM Government consultation, SEND Reform: Putting Children and Young People First.
Together, these documents set out the DfE’s vision to improve the lives of children and young people by creating one education system that supports mainstream schools to become truly inclusive and takes education into the 2030s.
This represents a whole-system change, with SEND reform planned over the next ten years. The proposals outline a long-term implementation plan focused on delivering a high-quality education for every child and young person, beginning in the early years and continuing throughout every stage of education, preparing them for future success and the transition to adulthood.
This briefing will provide an overview of the key proposals set out in the SEND Reform consultation and referenced in the White Paper, helping senior leaders and SEND staff understand what the proposed changes could mean for their schools and how they may need to respond in practice.
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What you'll gain
1. A clear overview of the White Paper and SEND reform consultation
Understand the DfE’s direction of travel and the main proposals shaping future SEND policy and practice.
2. Greater awareness of proposed changes
Explore the reforms being proposed across the education system and what they may mean for schools, leaders and inclusion planning.
3. Support to engage with the consulation
Gain the knowledge and confidence needed to review the consultation and consider your response.
4. Practical strategic insight for school leaders
Consider how the reforms may affect inclusive practice, leadership responsibilities and long-term school development.
Learning outcomes
To gain a greater awareness of the proposed changes outlined in the SEND Reform consultation, Putting Children and Young People First, in order to support completion of the consultation.
Monday 24 March, 4:00pm–5:00pm
Speaker: Ruth Gately
Ruth Gately is speaking on behalf of Education Hub.
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