DfE to scrap attainment targets for SEND pupils
The Department for Education is looking to boost support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) by overhauling the way they are assessed in schools.
Latest News
- SEN reforms: Sharp increase in number of children refused support...
- Halfon seeks law change to give Social Mobility Commission more power...
- Relationship and sexuality lessons to be compulsory in Wales from...
- Government announces apprenticeship bursaries for care leavers
- Third of councils yet to consider future multi-agency arrangements...
In Depth
Will the arrival of the EBacc boost young people's attainment?
After months of speculation, Michael Gove has revealed plans to change the exams system, with the new English Baccalaureate Certificate (EBacc) intended to bring about more academically rigorous standards
Councils make SEND progress amid concerns over quality
It has taken four years to transfer most children with special educational needs and disabilities to a new support system. While parents appear satisfied with the process, campaigners have criticised the quality of some care plans.
Legal Update: Education of looked-after children
Richard Oldershaw, team leader with the Child Law Advice Service, examines the new guidance and funding to promote educational attainment for looked-after children and those who have left care.
Report outlines key conditions for effective school improvement
Recent research carried out by Isos Partnerships has assessed the changing nature of the local authority role in supporting and leading school improvement.
Call to boost school counselling services
Council leaders and professional organisations say mental health green paper should prioritise counselling services based in schools
Opinion
Schools must prioritise children...
The improvement of educational outcomes for children in care has been a...
Research
Evaluation of the Elklan Talking...
Researchers from the University of Sheffield's department of Human Communication...
CYP NOW Subscriptions
Full membership From £198 / year
From £204 / year
Digital membership From £165 / year
From £170 / year
Digital EditionFrom £132 / year
From £136 / year
Website accessFrom £132 / year
From £136 / year
© MA Education 2018. Published by MA Education Limited, St Jude's Church, Dulwich Road, Herne Hill, London SE24 0PB, a company registered in England and Wales no. 04002826. MA Education is part of the Mark Allen Group.