The Achievement for All initiative provides dedicated coaches to work with individual schools on improving support for children with SEN in terms of teaching, engagement with parents and school leadership.
Results from the scheme, which has been running in 450 schools for the past two years, show that 37 and 42 per cent of children involved made above average progress in English and maths respectively.
The pilot also boosted pupil attendance – leading to a 10 per cent reduction in persistent absenteeism – while the behaviour of pupils improved, with reductions in teacher-reported bullying and behaviour problems.
Children's minister Sarah Teather said the pilot shows what can be achieved for children with SEN and disabilities with strong school leadership, innovative thinking and close working with families.
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