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Department of Education Guidance for Special Educational Needs Framework

Listed below are links to the Code of Practice and Supplement, and to other relevant SEN guidance/resource information which schools may find helpful.

SEN Code of Practice 1998
Supplement to the SEN Code of Practice 2005
Department of Education Circular 2018/19 – Recording Children with SEN
SEN Guidance for Schools - Recording Children with SEN
SEN Resource File - Part 1
SEN Resource File - Part 2
Deaf Friendly Schools Guide
Dyslexia Friendly Learning Environment
ASD - A Guide to Classroom Practice
Evaluating Provision for ASD
ADHD - A Practical Guide for Schools
Supporting Pupils with Medication Needs

SEN Good Practice Guidelines

pdf1.49 MB

Provisional Criteria for Statutory SEN Assessments and Statements

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