Nursery World - Guidance issued for SEN and disability reforms in autumn

The Government has issued guidance on special educational needs
(SEN) and disabilities reforms that will come into force from
September.

Local authorities are also set to receive an extra £45m to help them prepare for the changes, which are part of the Children and Families Act.

This will see special educational needs and disability (SEND) statements and learning disability assessments replaced with a new birth-to-25 education, health and care plans, setting out all the support families will receive. Families will be able to use a personal budget so they can buy in the support they need.

Local authorities will also be required to publish a local offer on their websites showing the support available for SEN and disabilities in their areas.

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