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Early Years settings, schools and post-16 practitioners

Whether you work in an early years setting, school, college or childcare provision, this area has been designed to support you. Content is organised into four key categories, providing a simple way to access relevant resources, guidance and training.

Select a category tile below to explore the resources. Further information about the content within each category can be found in the drop-down sections beneath the tiles.

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Please note: The language used in linked resources reflects the accepted terminology at the time they were developed. As standards and best practice continue to evolve, some terms may not align with current guidance or preferred language.

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This category is designed to support your understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and inclusive practice, providing access to role-specific guidance, resources and learning opportunities.

Linked resources include:

  • Understanding the key principles of SEND and inclusion.
  • Developing knowledge of effective inclusive practice.
  • Creating inclusive environments, including guidance on attendance and reasonable adjustments.
  • Toolkits and Handbooks for SENCOs and other education professionals.

Content can be refined using the filters and keyword search on the search page, helping you quickly find the most relevant resources and create a personalised learning pathway.

This category is designed to support your understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and inclusive practice, providing access to role-specific guidance, resources and learning opportunities.

Linked resources include:

  • Understanding the key principles of SEND and inclusion.
  • Developing knowledge of effective inclusive practice.
  • Creating inclusive environments, including guidance on attendance and reasonable adjustments.
  • Toolkits and Handbooks for SENCOs and other education professionals.

Content can be refined using the filters and keyword search on the search page, helping you quickly find the most relevant resources and create a personalised learning pathway.

his category is designed to support all staff and stakeholders in understanding their roles and responsibilities in delivering effective SEND provision and promoting inclusive practice.

Linked resources include:

  • Role-specific training, guidance and opportunities to connect with colleagues and professional networks.
  • Information on statutory duties and responsibilities.
  • Links to key legislation and statutory guidance that underpin SEND provision.
  • Guidance on core SEND responsibilities, including supporting effective transitions for children and young people.

Content can be refined using the filters and keyword search on the search page, helping you quickly find the most relevant resources and create a personalised learning pathway.

his category is designed to support all staff and stakeholders in understanding their roles and responsibilities in delivering effective SEND provision and promoting inclusive practice.

Linked resources include:

  • Role-specific training, guidance and opportunities to connect with colleagues and professional networks.
  • Information on statutory duties and responsibilities.
  • Links to key legislation and statutory guidance that underpin SEND provision.
  • Guidance on core SEND responsibilities, including supporting effective transitions for children and young people.

Content can be refined using the filters and keyword search on the search page, helping you quickly find the most relevant resources and create a personalised learning pathway.

This category helps staff identify and respond to the diverse needs of children and young people through a proactive, informed, and child‑centred approach.

Key areas within this category include:

  • Training and guidance on the Graduated Pathway
  • Guidance on Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Strategies for recognising and supporting a full range of SEND, including: cognition and learning, communication and interaction, social, emotional and mental health, sensory and physical needs
  • Advanced or role‑specific learning for staff working in specialist roles.

Content can be refined using the filters and keyword search on the search page, helping you quickly find the most relevant resources and create a personalised learning pathway.

This category helps staff identify and respond to the diverse needs of children and young people through a proactive, informed, and child‑centred approach.

Key areas within this category include:

  • Training and guidance on the Graduated Pathway
  • Guidance on Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Strategies for recognising and supporting a full range of SEND, including: cognition and learning, communication and interaction, social, emotional and mental health, sensory and physical needs
  • Advanced or role‑specific learning for staff working in specialist roles.

Content can be refined using the filters and keyword search on the search page, helping you quickly find the most relevant resources and create a personalised learning pathway.

This Category connects you to a wide range of further resources, and services to support you. This section covers: 

  • Service Areas and Partners
  • Practical toolkits
  • Links to external specialist providers

 

This Category connects you to a wide range of further resources, and services to support you. This section covers: 

  • Service Areas and Partners
  • Practical toolkits
  • Links to external specialist providers