Adoption Focus - Education in Focus
Education in Focus is an adoption podcast series from Adoption Focus looking at all aspects of schools and education through the lens of adoption.
In each episode, host Leigh is joined by our education experts Lisa and Jason to provide advice for parents supporting adoptees as they go through their school years. They talk to a range of adopters and professionals on subjects such as homework, exams, special educational needs, promoting good school and parent relationships, end of year transitions, and choosing a school.
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Adoption Focus - Education in Focus
Education in Focus - Understanding the New SEND Reforms: What Families Need to Know
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In this episode of Education in Focus, Leigh, Jason and Lisa unpack the government's proposed SEND reforms and what they could mean for children, families and schools.
They explain the new four-tier support system, Individual Support Plans (ISPs), changes to EHCPs, and the increased focus on early intervention and inclusion.
With a particular focus on adopted and care-experienced children, they discuss the opportunities, challenges and practical steps parents can take to prepare for the changes.
Whether you're already navigating the SEND system or simply want to understand what's coming next, this episode offers clear, balanced guidance to help make sense of the reforms.
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