News

Keep up to date with all of the latest news, headlines and features from across the SEND sector.

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Curriculum and Assessment Review – time is running out to respond!

One of the Labour party’s manifesto pledges was a review of the national curriculum. The Curriculum and Assessment review was launched in October with a closing date of the 22 November. 

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National Audit Office report - Special Educational Needs system is financially ‘unsustainable’

England’s special educational needs (SEN) system is not delivering better outcomes for children and young people; is financially unsustainable and in urgent need of reform, according to a new National Audit Office report.

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Free funding for SEND resources is available through easyfundraising

nasen is excited to launch a new partnership with easyfundraising to enable members to raise free funding for SEND resources through everyday online shopping.

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House of Lords Highlights Need for an Inclusive Approach in Schools

New report from House of Lords highlights the need for an inclusive approach in schools that actively prepares learners with SEN for the transition to employment

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SEND CPD Conference for SENCos and School Leaders

October 2024

nasen has been commissioned to host and deliver a one-day CPD conference for SENCOs and other school leaders in Halton.

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nasen Award 2024 winners announced!

October 2024

We are delighted to announce the winners for the nasen Awards 2024.

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Government reappoints Professor Sir Steve Smith as its International Education Champion

October 2024

nasen extends their congratulations to Sir Steve Smith who will continue his important role as the UK Government International Education Champion, supporting the promotion of UK education excellence around the world.

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New report highlights the impact of Inclusion 2024 for children with SEND

September 2024

A new report evaluating 3 years of the Youth Sport Trust Inclusion 2024 programme has highlighted the interactions and impact that has been had over the year.

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Compulsory survey issued by Children’s Commissioner

September 2024

Dame Rachel De Souza has used her statutory powers to ask every school in England about their provision for and the barriers to supporting pupils.

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Have you considered the financial barriers in your school?

September 2024

Child Poverty Action Group have produced their annual calendar for schools to help them to identify the possible financial barriers during the academic year and consider cost conscious ways to mark important dates and events.

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Registration is now open for the next Making Participation Work Practitioners' Community of Practice!

September 2024

As part of the Department for Education funded Making Participation Work programme, the Council for Disabled Children’s next Participation Community of Practice is taking place on Wednesday 9th October.

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Call for all Further Education Colleges to sign up to the student-led Access and Assistance for All Campaign Pledges to ensure accessible learning

September 2024

After a temporary pause due to the closure of the British Youth Council, the Access and Assistance for All (AAA) campaign has restarted, seeking further education colleges to support them in ensuring equal access to study materials.

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nasen Awards raffle – open to all!

September 2024

nasen Awards 2024 is coming up fast and with such an overwhelming amount of nominations this year, nasen wanted to make sure that the evening is full of surprises and treats.

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Have your say on co-production

September 2024

We are looking for professionals to share their views and experiences of co-production in SEND services.

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Universal SEND Services - Peer Mentoring for school leaders

September 2024

One of our more involved strands of work - and one which has produced some of the most significant and tangible results – focuses on peer mentoring for school leaders.

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Join us on the 11 & 12 October 2024 for Tes SEND Show 2024

September 2024

Returning to the award-winning Business Design Centre, this event promises two days of inspiration, collaboration, and groundbreaking solutions, all designed to elevate discussions surrounding SEND to unprecedented levels.

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Key Changes in the New DfE Attendance Guidance

August 2024

Effective today, the Department for Education (DfE) has implemented significant updates to school attendance guidance, aimed at enhancing student engagement and reducing absenteeism.

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The Anti-Bullying Alliance: free SEN & Disability Training

August 2024

The Anti-Bullying Alliance has been working with schools and disabled young people to develop strategies and approaches that help to reduce bullying of disabled young people and those with SEN, often referred to as disablist bullying.

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Cut It Back!

August 2024

Sight Loss Councils and Thomas Pocklington Trust are encouraging people to cut back any trees, shrubs or hedges on their property that overhang pavements to help keep them clear for pedestrians and encouraging people to report it.

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Curriculum review to begin in September

July 2024

The incoming government committed to a review of the curriculum and have announced it will begin in September.