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east midland hub four strands
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
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
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