Potteries Educational Trust
Schools Week investigates the challenges in fixing a broken SEND system
Just one in ten senior educational psychologists are confident of their ability to meet demand
Outstanding SEND tribunals also up almost 70 per cent in a year as system creaks under pressure
Board members tasked with holding government to account for 'timely development and improvement' of SEND system
Unlike mainstream schools, schools for children with special needs do not receive specific funding for some free meals
Nearly nine in ten special schools are forecasting a budget deficit over the next two years
'Poor pay and conditions have resulted in an unprecedented recruitment and retention crisis, as workloads spiral'
Damning report flags 'unhelpful and even illegal practices around exclusions and part-time provision'
First inspection reports under new SEND framework have been published
