Teacher Charged with Abusing Special Needs Student in Florida
A teacher at a Florida Christian school faces child abuse charges after allegedly slamming and restraining an 8-year-old student with autism and ADHD, police say.
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Teacher's Career Ends After Classroom Assault Causes Chronic Pain
A special needs teacher from Cork has been told she will never work again after developing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome following a classroom assault, highlighting systemic issues in SEND education.
England Needs 1,400 More Educational Psychologists, Report Says
A new report reveals English councils must hire 1,400 additional educational psychologists at a cost of £140 million to meet rising demand from children with special needs like autism, driven by school avoidance and diagnosis increases.
Educational Psychologist Shortage Threatens SEND Reforms
A new report reveals a chronic shortage of educational psychologists across the UK, with experts warning this could derail government plans for special educational needs and disabilities reforms.
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Educational Psychologist Shortage Could Derail SEND Reforms
A new report reveals severe shortages of educational psychologists, with ratios as high as 1:9,400 pupils in some areas, jeopardising government plans for inclusive mainstream education for children with special needs.
Autistic Girl's Drowning Sparks Childcare Safety Concerns
Nyla Bradshaw, a non-verbal autistic seven-year-old, drowned hours after being left with a new babysitter who ignored safety instructions, highlighting systemic failures in disabled children's care.
DLD: Hidden Condition Affects 8% of Children Globally
Developmental language disorder severely impairs children's spoken language abilities yet remains under-recognised, especially in multilingual environments where diagnosis presents unique challenges.
Girl, 7, Drowns at Golf Course After Facebook Childminder Referral
A seven-year-old non-verbal autistic girl drowned in a pond at a Doncaster golf course hours after being left with a childminder found via Facebook, her family's friend reveals.
Teachers Warn of Special Needs Support Crisis in Schools
A National Education Union survey reveals 89% of teachers say class sizes are too large, while 83% cite staff shortages as major barriers to supporting Send pupils effectively.
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DLD: The Hidden Condition Affecting 8% of Children
Developmental language disorder severely impairs children's ability to use language, affecting 8% globally. Experts explain why multilingual children face particular challenges in diagnosis.
Parents: Lack of SEND Support Top School Issue in UK
A major survey reveals parents view insufficient SEND provision as the primary problem affecting UK schools, with significant dissatisfaction among those without EHCPs.
Send Proposals to Cut EHCPs, Parents Report Low Satisfaction
A major survey reveals parents of Send children without EHCPs are least satisfied with schools, as government plans reduce care plans by 2035, raising concerns over inclusion and resources.
Councils Submit Send Plans by June 2026 for £860m Funding
Local authorities in England must outline Send plans by June 2026 to receive £860m from a £3bn fund, aimed at creating 50,000 new places for children with special educational needs in mainstream schools.
Schools Discourage Special Needs Pupils Over League Table Fears
New research reveals 41% of headteachers believe schools are putting off families with SEND children to avoid compromising their standings in results league tables, amid a national funding crisis.
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MPs Slam SEND Reforms for Ignoring Transport Costs and Deficits
MPs on the Public Accounts Committee warn that government SEND reforms fail to tackle £2 billion home-to-school transport costs and council deficits, raising concerns about financial uncertainty and accessibility.
SEND Reforms Leave Transport and Funding Questions Unanswered
The Public Accounts Committee warns that proposed SEND reforms fail to address council deficits and home-to-school transport costs, urging urgent government clarification.
Mother Sues School Over Son's Choking Death in Cafeteria
A Nevada mother files a lawsuit against Clark County School District after her special needs son choked on pineapple and died, alleging staff negligence and improper training.
Special Schools Crucial for Send Children, Experts Argue
Parents and educators highlight the essential role of special schools for children with Send, citing high exclusion rates and inadequate mainstream resources as key concerns.
Parents Alerted to Three Non-Literacy Signs of Dyslexia
Experts warn parents to watch for key signs of dyslexia beyond reading and writing, as undiagnosed cases can lead to frustration and struggles in children, with one in ten people affected.
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Send System Overhaul Sparks Debate Over Funding and Inclusion
Guardian readers respond to the government's Send reform white paper, highlighting concerns over funding misconceptions, workforce shortages, and the need for inclusive education design.
Labour's SEND Funding and Student Loan Overhaul Plans
Labour proposes major reforms to SEND funding and student loans, aiming to improve support for special needs education and ease financial burdens on graduates.
SEND White Paper Reforms: Expert Analysis for Parents
An educational psychologist breaks down the Government's proposed SEND system reforms, detailing potential impacts on children, teachers, and parents across England.
Labour's Send Reforms: Inclusion for Disabled Children in Schools
Labour's Send overhaul aims to transform special educational needs support in England, promoting inclusion in mainstream schools with tailored funding and resources.
Send Reforms: Cautious Welcome Amid Workload Concerns
Education leaders and MPs cautiously welcome England's Send reforms but warn of workload burdens and funding gaps. Plans aim to support 1.3 million children with special needs by 2029-30.
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Phillipson's Send Reforms Face High Stakes in Labour
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson navigates Labour MP support for Send reforms, learning from past legislative failures to communicate overhaul needs amid parental trust concerns.
Labour's Send Overhaul: Costs and Challenges in England
Labour's revamp of England's Send system aims to replace a 'one size fits all' approach with tailored support, but faces funding hurdles and rising costs amid 1.7 million children in need.
Parents of Send Children Give Mixed Response to England's Overhaul
Parents of children with special needs express relief that England's Send changes avoid disruption but fear struggles for help persist, with concerns over inclusivity and support.
Phillipson's Send Reforms: Inclusion Goals Face Funding and Implementation Hurdles
Bridget Phillipson's education white paper aims to boost inclusion for children with special needs, but challenges remain over funding, staffing, and strict criteria for support plans.
Labour's Send Revolution: High-Stakes Gamble vs Reform UK
Bridget Phillipson's ambitious 10-year Send plan promises inclusion and investment, but faces concerns over funding, mainstream schooling viability, and potential future threats from Reform UK's rhetoric.
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Phillipson Vows EHCPs Stay for Complex Needs in Send Reforms
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson pledges to maintain education health and care plans for children with the most complex needs amid sweeping Send system reforms aimed at inclusivity.
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