England to Overhaul Special Needs Support, Promises Faster Help for Children
Education Minister Bridget Phillipson defends changes to the SEND system, saying the government is committed to treating children with special needs as integral to the school system.
England is set to undergo a major overhaul of its special needs support system for children, with Education Minister Bridget Phillipson pledging that children will receive assistance more quickly under the new approach. Phillipson has defended the controversial changes, stating that the government is not taking away support from children but rather aiming to treat them as integral to the school system rather than as a separate issue.
Speaking ahead of the publication of the white paper outlining the reforms, Phillipson said the changes will be implemented as part of a decade-long shift to give schools and families time to adjust. This suggests a gradual and comprehensive approach to overhauling the system, which has faced criticism for delays and inadequate support in the past.
