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Autumn Budget: what is the government doing to improve outcomes for children with SEND?

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The government is making changes to the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system. These changes aim to improve how children with SEND receive support.  It’s clear the SEND system is in dire need of reform. It is failing children and families at every turn, where outcomes for young people are nowhere near good enough.

What the Budget means for young people 

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Today the Chancellor announced the Autumn Budget, setting out changes that will affect young people in higher education.  Students from low-income families will get extra money to help with day to day costs at university. This will help support more students from the lowest income households progress into and excel in higher education.

Everything you need to know about the new higher education reforms 

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The government has announced major changes to higher education as part of the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper, designed to make university more accessible, fairer, and better value for students.  Here’s what you need to know about how these …

Reducing the spread of illness this winter: Seven steps to healthier schools and higher school attendance

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As the colder months approach, we can expect to see increases in common airborne viruses. Illness is the biggest single reason for school absence; while some absences due to illness are unavoidable, many can be reduced through simple, proactive measures …

Everything you need to know about teacher training bursaries and scholarships 

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We want to make it easier for talented people to train as teachers, especially in subjects where they’re needed most. That’s why bursaries and scholarships have just been announced for those starting teacher training courses.  Here’s what you need to …