the four strands

planning & developing special educational provision

Planning and developing special educational provision is a core responsibility of local authorities.  One of the key guidance documents on this area of policy is Planning and Developing Special Educational Provision – A guide for Local Authorities and Other Proposers (DCSF 2007).  This can be accessed at

http://www.dfes.gov.uk/schoolorg/guidance.cfm?id=24

During the first year of the Hub’s activities (2008-2009), there will be two phases of work:

• Phase 1 – Development of national exemplification guidance
• Phase 2 – Dissemination/implementation of phase 1 materials at regional level

The national exemplification guidance will cover the following areas:

• Developing and applying the SEN Improvement Test
• The use of data to audit need and evaluate impact
• Effective consultation with stakeholders
• Aligning proposals with the funding cycle including BSF
• Design and organisation of effective provision such as co-location, resourced provision
• Application of School Organisation Guidance for Decision Makers in relation to special schools
• Competition process
• Evidence of good practice