Parents Urged to Spot Three Non-Literacy Signs of Dyslexia in Children
Parents are urged to watch for three non-literacy signs of dyslexia, including difficulty with instructions and frustration at school, to aid early diagnosis.
Category : SEND
Wallsend SEND Pupils Face Possible Move to New School Building
North Tyneside Council is considering relocating SEND pupils from Silverdale Primary at Langdale Centre to Forest Hall Primary, launching a consultation on 27 July.
Historic Barry Victorian building could become daycare centre
Broad Island House, a Victorian building in Barry in 'very poor state of repair', could become a daycare facility for adults with disabilities under new plans.
Stirling Councillors Seek More Support for Children with Needs
Stirling Council unanimously passed a motion calling for transparent national reporting of autism and ADHD assessment waiting times, and greater support for children with Additional Support Needs.
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Diane Cavanagh retires after 34 years at Walton school
After 34 years at Arnot St Mary CE Primary School in Walton, Diane Cavanagh retires, leaving a legacy of dedication and community spirit.
Sunderland mum's app empowers SEND parents after painful experiences
Nicola Leonard, a Sunderland mum, co-created the Understanding My Child app to help SEND parents gather evidence for EHCPs, inspired by her own difficult journey with her autistic son and ADHD daughter.
Mum Reconsiders Baby Name Honey After Criticism
A pregnant woman is reconsidering naming her daughter Honey after people told her they 'hate' the name and fear it could hinder her success. She now plans to use it as a middle name.
SEND Demand Behind £44m Knowsley School Funding Gap
Knowsley Council's Dedicated Schools Grant deficit reached £43.8m, driven by rising demand for SEND provision, with a £18.1m overspend in the high needs block due to increased EHCPs.
Greg Rutherford's Wife on Letting Neurodivergent Son Take School Days Off
Susie Rutherford shares how her family adapts for their neurodivergent son, including taking days off school and picking battles.
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Deafblind Boy's Nursery Trauma Highlights Fears Over Send Reforms
Family of deafblind boy Harvey Hind fears England's Send reforms could cut funding and reverse hard-won support after traumatic nursery wait.
Phillipson Vows EHCPs Stay For Complex Needs In Send Reforms
Bridget Phillipson confirms EHCPs for most complex Send children will stay under reforms, with new support plans from 2030.
Mother Sues Nevada School District After Son Chokes to Death on Pineapple
Mother sues Nevada school district after her eight-year-old son choked to death on pineapple in cafeteria; employee allegedly sent him to bathroom alone.
Katie Price Speaks Out After Met Police Officers Found Guilty of Mocking Harvey
Katie Price speaks after eight Met Police officers found guilty of gross misconduct for mocking her disabled son Harvey in WhatsApp messages.
Jeremy Hunt Warns of 'Overdiagnosis' of Mental Health Conditions in Children
Jeremy Hunt warns young people are overdiagnosed with mental health conditions, calling for reform of Send system and disability benefits.
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Send costs threaten to bankrupt four in five English councils, leaders warn
Four in five English councils face bankruptcy from rising Send costs, with deficits projected to reach £14bn by 2028, warns LGA.
Boy, 12, Dies After Three-Year Wait for Autism Diagnosis
A 12-year-old boy dies after three-year wait for autism diagnosis; charity survey reveals widespread delays and lack of support.
Ofsted: SEND Children in Northumberland Face Inconsistent Care
Ofsted inspection finds children with SEND in Northumberland face inconsistent experiences and delays in assessments, prompting a recovery plan.
Benedict's Law: New Allergy Rules for England Schools
Schools across England must stock adrenaline auto-injectors and train teachers under Benedict's Law, following the death of five-year-old Benedict Blythe from an allergic reaction in 2021.
Labour's £3bn Send Funding Sparks Outcry
Labour invests £3bn to create 60,000 Send places in mainstream schools, partly funded by suspending free schools, amid rising parental appeals.
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Parents Pay Thousands Over Broken SEND System For Disabled Kids
Parents of disabled children pay thousands annually as SEND system fails, with EHCP delays and gaps in provision, research finds.
Labour’s Send Revolution: A High-Stakes Gamble That Risks Parental Rights
Labour's Send plan invests billions but risks failure due to underfunding, teacher concerns, and potential repeal by a Reform UK government.
Labour to Create 60,000 Specialist School Places for Send Pupils
Labour invests £3bn to create 60,000 specialist places for Send pupils in mainstream schools, aiming to reduce tribunal appeals and improve local provision.
Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fears
MPs and campaigners fear government's special needs overhaul may abolish EHCPs, risking rebellion similar to welfare bill retreat.
Send System Faces Collapse As Demand Surges
Special needs services in England face 'total collapse' as demand surges, with councils warning of £18bn debts and potential bankruptcy by 2028.
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£4bn Overhaul of Special Educational Needs Support Announced
UK government announces £4bn overhaul of special educational needs support, with tailored provision and stricter EHCP criteria.
Send Reforms To Cut EHCPs By 270,000: New Plans Unveiled
Bridget Phillipson unveils Send overhaul to cut EHCPs by 270,000 by 2035, shifting to individual support plans and reducing reliance on councils.
Labour's Send Funding Overhaul Sparks Class War Fears
Labour faces backlash over special needs overhaul as MPs and campaigners fear abolition of EHCPs for 600,000 children.
Parents Of Send Children Give Mixed Response To England's Overhaul
Parents of Send children give mixed response to England's overhaul, with relief over avoided disruption but fears some will not benefit.
Families Fear Send Reforms Could Worsen Crisis For Children
Families of children with special needs fear government Send reforms could worsen their plight, as they struggle with a system they say has already failed them.
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Government Faces Backlash Over Plans to Cut EHCPs by 40%
Government faces backlash over plans to cut EHCPs by 40%, with MPs and campaigners fearing reforms could abolish vital support for SEN children.
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