Spending on special educational needs in England: something has to change
This report discusses The SEND system in England has faced unprecedented pressure over the past decade. The IFS argue that without substantial reform it will likely become unmanageable for local authorities over the coming years.
NAO Report: Support for children and young
This report from the NAO assesses how well the current system is delivering for children and young people (from birth to 25 years) in England identified as having SEN.
October 2024
The budget today was an important opportunity to acknowledge the long-standing structural and funding challenges facing the special, hospital, and alternative provision sector...
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July 2024
Read a submission to the National Audit Office's consultation on SEND
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March 2024
tes magazine: 4 tips for creating successful professional networks
Written by NNoSS member Sue Prickett - 'Professional groups can have a real impact on both members and the staff they represent – but they need to adhere to some key ideas to yield real outcomes, says this trust finance chief'. Read the full article here
February 2024
NNoSS Stakeholder Briefing - Spring Funding Survey 2024
The survey was sent out in February 2024 to school business professionals working in the special and AP sector. Responses to the survey represent over 90 special and AP schools across England. Read the briefing here
September 2023
A Catch up with Pauline Aitchison and Matthew Smith MBE following the release of the SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan - ISBL The Voice
NNoSS Lead, Pauline Aitchison and NNoSS Member, Matthew Smith MBE discuss issues relating to staff funding, national standards and how to respond on the ground to the SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan. Read the full article here
July 2023
Stakeholder Briefing July 2023 - SEND and AP Improvement Plan
NNoSS members heard from colleagues at the Department for Education about the SEND and AP improvement plan, at the NNoSS summer network meeting. NNoSS members were able to offer insight into some of the challenges they face. Read the full story here
July 2023
TES Magazine Discuss SEND and AP School Funding
Tes discuss the growing rate of SEND and AP Schools forecasting a deficit as early as next year – with the vast majority expected to be in this position within two or three years. Read the full story here
July 2023
TES Magazine Discuss Discuss The Government's Responsibility for ensuring schools are able to meet new standards
TES discuss how the DfE SEND standards risk creating a ‘more adversarial’ system. Read the full story here
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What a wonderful initiative and network of support
I think it's fantastic that we finally have our own national network
This is exactly what we need. Very excited