UK SEND Reform 2026 – Practical Guide for Schools & SENCOs
Clear, practical breakdown of the February 2026 SEND reform for Headteachers and SENCOs. Includes slides, infographic and audio briefing.
UK SEND Reform 2026 – Practical Guide for Schools & SENCOs
This resource provides a structured, implementation-focused breakdown of the Department for Education’s February 2026 SEND reform announcement.
Designed specifically for Headteachers, SENCOs and Senior Leadership Teams, this bundle saves time by translating policy into practical implications for schools.
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What’s Included:
• 10-slide leadership-ready briefing (PDF and editable PowerPoint)
• 1-page SEND Reform 2026 infographic
• 6-minute professional audio briefing
• Clear comparison of EHCP vs ISP changes
• Summary of confirmed funding commitments
• Practical “What Schools Should Do Now” action steps
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Key Areas Covered:
• £7 billion SEND funding increase
• Inclusive Mainstream Fund
• “Experts at Hand” service
• Introduction of Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
• EHCP redefinition and phased transition
• Governance changes and Inclusion Strategy requirements
• Implications for SENCOs and mainstream teachers
• Infrastructure changes (Inclusion Bases)
• Shift from areas of need to areas of development
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Who This Is For:
Headteachers
SENCOs
Senior Leadership Teams
Governors
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Why This Resource Is Useful:
• Saves hours interpreting policy documents
• Separates confirmed changes from phased proposals
• Provides leadership-ready materials for staff briefings
• Offers calm, analytical guidance without political framing
• Supports proactive planning ahead of legislative change
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Format:
ZIP file containing slides (PDF + PPT), infographic (PDF) and audio file.
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Please note:
This is an independent professional summary created for educational use. It is not official Department for Education guidance.


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