This details the responsibilities that:
- councils,
- early years settings
- and schools in England
Have to support children with SEND. This includes what information they publish to support families.
Early Years providers, who offer funded places must meet the SEND Code of Practice. These include:
- Involving children and parents in decision making.
- Ensure that parents and children get the information and support they need
- Respond to children’s emerging needs
- Planning ahead and working towards positive outcomes for children
- Focus on inclusive practice.
- Better coordination between services. With joined-up assessments and plans for children who need support from several services
The great majority of children with SEND are in mainstream settings.