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A Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight special

A Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight special

Summary

A special radio program discusses the changes in the government's strategy for supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England. The program features interviews with parents, teachers, and officials to explain how the reforms affect different people.

Key Facts

  • The program is a collaboration between BBC's Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight podcast.
  • It focuses on the impact of the new SEND reforms in England.
  • The episode includes inputs from parents and teachers about their experiences with SEND.
  • Officials like the School Standards Minister and the Children's Commissioner for England participated.
  • The program explains new terms connected to the reforms like IB, ISP, and SPP.
  • Contributors include various specialists and representatives from education associations and charities.
  • The discussion aims to help listeners understand the changes in the SEND system.

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