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Question 32 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 38 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 33 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 31 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 29 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 18 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-two-new-targeted-and-targeted-plus-support-that-is-written-into-law

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Question 9 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 8 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 6 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 5 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 4 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 3 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Children and young people will get Targeted Plus support from their setting, with input from education and health professionals. School-aged children are also supported through their school group. Support may include access to a ‘Support Base’.

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Children and young people will receive Specialist support through an EHCP in mainstream or special setting, if they require provision set out in one of the new nationally defined Specialist Provision Packages. Support may be delivered through a ‘Specialist Base’.

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Children and young people will get Targeted support from their setting, outlined in an Individual Support Plan that is developed with parents.

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The Universal offer will set a new baseline for mainstream education settings for children and young people aged 0-25

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The suggested 'areas of development' are: Executive Function; Motor and Physical; Sensory; Speech, Language and Communication; Social and Emotional

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Why?

This padlet is provided by Parent Carer Voice Herefordshire to gather feedback from Herefordshire parent carers to help us represent you at regional and national discussions with the Department of Education / Ministers. The information will also be used to help us submit a response to the consultation.

The padlet also shares where you can find more information and provides the details of how you can submit your own response.

Please only add posts and reactions to this padlet if you are a parent carer (someone caring for a child with additional needs aged 0-25) who lives in Herefordshire.

If you do not live in Herefordshire please contact your local parent carer forum to provide feedback.

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Inclusion Bases will replace the current terms SEN unit, resourced provision, and pupil support unit (sometimes referred to by settings as ‘internal alternative provision’).

‘Inclusion Bases’ will be underpinned by two models:

‘Support Bases’ – commissioned and funded by individual settings and multiacademy trusts to deliver targeted support; and

‘Specialist Bases’ – commissioned and funded by the local authority to deliver specialist support.

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Do you agree that a SEND specialist (e.g. a SENCO) should sit on the school complaint panel, when the complaint relates to SEND support and provision? 

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In relation to pooled funding, it is proposed that every school becomes part of a local SEND group. Do you agree that this proposal aligns with our aim for all schools to be part of high quality, community-based trusts? 

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Do you agree that the proposed changes will lead to suitable placements being available at a fair cost? 

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Do you agree that the refreshed ‘areas of development’ will support educators to understand and address barriers to learning and participation? 

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The consultation outlines a series of measures intended to reform the SEND system - some of these measures have already been finalised, and this is clearly indicated within the document.

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Do you agree that more SEND funding should sit directly within mainstream budgets? 

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Joint working between early years providers, Best Start Family Hubs, health and local authorities and parents for children with SEND in the early years.

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Government Information on the SEND Reform Consultation

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Government Information on the SEND Reform Consultation

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SEND reform: putting children and young people first

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Proposed changes to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND, including early, fair support, with shared accountabilities across local partners.

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SEND reform: putting children and young people first - Department for Education - Citizen Space

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Find and participate in consultations run by the Department for Education

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We've included all the links to the White Paper and Consultation at the end of this padlet.

Swipe swipe / scroll right → to the end to find it 🙂

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The consultation closes on 18th May - we will stop accepting responses to this padlet on Friday 8th May to give us time to write and submit our response.

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Every child achieving and thriving and SEND consultation supporting information

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A series of documents setting out the key information and proposed reforms in the schools white paper and SEND consultation document for parents and those working in the sector.

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Schools White Paper: Every Child Achieving and Thriving

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Schools White Paper: Every Child Achieving and Thriving

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Question 1 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#executive-summary

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Question 2 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#executive-summary

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Question 7 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 10 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 11 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 12 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 13 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 14 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-one-putting-children-and-young-peoplefirst

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Question 15 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-two-new-targeted-and-targeted-plus-support-that-is-written-into-law

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Question 16 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-two-new-targeted-and-targeted-plus-support-that-is-written-into-law

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Question 17 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-two-new-targeted-and-targeted-plus-support-that-is-written-into-law

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Question 19 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-two-new-targeted-and-targeted-plus-support-that-is-written-into-law

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Question 20 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-two-new-targeted-and-targeted-plus-support-that-is-written-into-law

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Question 21 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 22 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 23 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 24 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 25 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 26 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 28 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 27 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 30 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 35 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 37 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 36 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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Question 34 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first-html-version#part-three-specialist-support-for-those-with-complex-needs

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The rationale for these proposals should be explained in plain English.

Parents should be able to understand why a decision is being made and how it is expected to improve outcomes.

Any trade‑offs or risks should be stated openly, rather than implied.

Clear communication builds trust and confidence in the system.

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As a parent, I need reassurance that decisions are not being made primarily on what is easiest or cheapest, but on what best supports children’s needs and rights.

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As a parent, I need reassurance that decisions are not being made primarily on what is easiest or cheapest, but on what best supports children’s needs and rights.

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They can make sure families are involved by embedding their voice at every level, so parents and young people are involved early, their lived experience actively shapes decisions locally and nationally, and there are clear, transparent ways to influence, challenge, and review SEND policy and practice.

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They can make sure families are involved by embedding their voice at every level, so parents and young people are involved early, their lived experience actively shapes decisions locally and nationally, and there are clear, transparent ways to influence, challenge, and review SEND policy and practice.

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From a parent’s point of view, children are best supported when schools spot needs early, staff understand SEND, and help is given quickly before problems grow.

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From a parent’s point of view, children are best supported when schools spot needs early, staff understand SEND, and help is given quickly before problems grow.

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As a parent, I want children in the targeted layer to get the right extra help quickly, with support that fits their needs, involves families, and is reviewed often so it actually works.

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As a parent, I want children in the targeted layer to get the right extra help quickly, with support that fits their needs, involves families, and is reviewed often so it actually works.

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Children in the Targeted Plus layer are best supported when they get the specialist help they need without delay, parents are truly listened to, and everyone works together so children feel understood, supported, and don’t reach breaking point.

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Children in the Targeted Plus layer are best supported when they get the specialist help they need without delay, parents are truly listened to, and everyone works together so children feel understood, supported, and don’t reach breaking point.

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As a parent, I think settings best support children’s mental health when my child feels safe and understood, trusted adults really listen, worries are noticed early, and help is given before things become overwhelming.

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As a parent, I think settings best support children’s mental health when my child feels safe and understood, trusted adults really listen, worries are noticed early, and help is given before things become overwhelming.

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As a parent, I believe the two‑year‑old progress check and child development reviews work best when parents are truly listened to, health and early years professionals work together, and concerns are acted on early. When support is offered promptly instead of families being told to wait, children are more likely to get the help they need at the right time and avoid difficulties escalating.

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As a parent, I believe the two‑year‑old progress check and child development reviews work best when parents are truly listened to, health and early years professionals work together, and concerns are acted on early. When support is offered promptly instead of families being told to wait, children are more likely to get the help they need at the right time and avoid difficulties escalating.

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Updated guidance for ASD and ADHD