Tag: EHC
Schools urged to investigate reasons behind poor attendance
Schools and local authorities have been urged to look at “the bigger picture” when investigating poor attendance this school year.
Neurodiversity expert, Janinne Perryman and...
Coronavirus and young people’s legal rights
Lucy Atherton describes the effects of various government measures on SEN law.
Various measures have been taken by the government in light of the COVID-19...
The right to mainstream education
Douglas Silas outlines the legal duties relating to mainstream provision for pupils with SEN
There is a general requirement under the law for local authorities...
Special needs adoptions
Becky White talks to parents about the challenges of adopting a child with SEN and supporting them through school
Local authorities should do their SEN duty
Local authorities should be proactive in identifying and supporting children with SEN and disabilities, writes Erin Smart
What’s going on with SEN law?
Broken deadlines and spiralling complaints are not what the SEN reforms were meant to deliver, write Ed Duff and Laura Carr