National guidance
National guidance
There is a range of National Government Legislation related to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The aim of national legislation is to support children and young people's education, health and care needs.
The key documents to refer to are:
- SEND Code of Practice 0 to 25 Years
- SEND: A guide for parents and carers
- The Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014
- Children and Families Act 2014: Part 3 – Children and young people in England with SEND
- National Strategy for autistic children, young people and adults 2021 to 2026
- Equality Act 2010
- Disability Rights
- National Disability Strategy
- Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Developing Outcomes in Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
- Schools White Paper 2022
- SEND Green Paper Review 2022
- SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan 2023