Record 1 in 5 pupils in England getting special education needs support
Summary
Nearly one in five pupils in England are receiving extra help for special educational needs (SEN). Since 2016, there has been a 44% increase in pupils needing this support, with the rise linked mostly to more cases of autism and speech and language difficulties. The government plans to announce changes to SEN support in the autumn.Key Facts
- Nearly 20% of pupils in England receive special educational needs (SEN) support.
- The number of pupils needing support increased by 5.6% from last year.
- Currently, over 1.7 million pupils receive SEN support in England.
- Over 482,000 pupils have an education, health, and care plan (EHCP).
- Rising rates of autism and speech issues are the main reasons for the increase.
- Autistic spectrum disorder is the most common need recognized in EHCPs.
- Schools face challenges due to the lack of specialists and funding for SEN support.
- The government plans to introduce changes to SEN support in the coming months.
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