The government is consulting on proposals to reform the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system. The consultation document explains the changes they plan to make and asks for comments from everyone with an interest.
The changes aim to improve help and support for children and young people with SEND across the 0 to 25 years system.
The government would like to hear from everyone who has an interest in the reforms including:
- children, young people and families
- teachers and leaders
- schools, trusts and early years and post-16 providers
- local authorities
- experts and academic organisations
- representative groups
The consultation is open until 18 May 2026. To share your views, please visit the Department for Education website.