We’re excited to launch our Term 4 Newsletter . This edition is full of updates to help you stay connected with what’s happening at SGPC and the changes which are being proposed to SEND support.

While these proposals give a sense of the direction of travel, many important details are still unclear and there are a number of unanswered questions.  This final survey gives you the opportunity to share any final thoughts or concerns you may have about the consultation and White Paper that you have not already been able to share.

Under the current system, local authorities are subject to clear legal obligations and routes of accountability, particularly through EHCPs and enforceable provisions such as Section F. However, under the reforms the duties will lie with schools.

Whilst the Consultation document (SEND Reform: Putting Children and Young People First) does discuss the proposed tiers of support, we are aware that there are many gaps in detail which may leave families feeling uncertain as to how the new proposals will work for them and where their child or young person will fit.

The Government proposals aim to ensure that children and young people can have their needs met, and support put in place, by using National Inclusion Standards, the tiers of support and the tools that will be provided as part of this without needing an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), unless needs are considered more complex and require specialist provision.

The Government states that it recognises that for those with the most “complex needs,” highly specialised provision is required. The Specialist tier will provide this support, in both specialist and mainstream settings, based on nationally defined Specialist Provision Packages. These Packages will form the basis of an EHCP.

All children will receive a Universal offer of support through the National Inclusion Standards. If a child or young person requires support above this level the following tiers of support will be available: Targeted, Targeted Plus, Specialist.

Join us for this online event:

Tuesday 21st April, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

One of the proposals in the SEND White Paper focuses on strengthening SEN Support in mainstream schools through clearer national expectations and stronger evidence about what works. By doing so, the Government suggests this will reduce the need for specialist placements allowing children to attend their  local school with appropriate support. 

As parent carers ourselves we know how difficult it can be finding the time to read large amounts of information and respond to a long consultation.

We’re here to help. Over the coming weeks we will continue breaking down the proposals so families can better understand the potential changes.

The government has published the schools white paper, Every child achieving and thriving, and the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) consultation document, SEND reform: putting children and young people first.

We’re excited to launch our Term 3 Newsletter, the first of 2026! This edition is packed with updates, links to helpful resources, and insights to keep you connected with all things happening here at SGPC this term.