The Independent Schools’ SEND Conference

Whether you're looking to ensure compliance with the new ISI’s inspection framework or are keen to see what quality Independent Schools’ SEND provision looks like in practice, this year's event, taking place 27th - 28th April 2022, will share how UK Independent Schools’ can successfully support SEND pupils as we start to look beyond the pandemic.

According to the Independent School Council’s (ISC) 2021 Census, 90,298 pupils were recorded as having SEND, compared to 75,012 in 2020. While 17% of all ISC pupils now require SEND support, 5.3% also have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) – and the importance of meeting the needs required as part of these plans has only heightened in light of the pandemic and its impact on learning and development opportunities.

With Ofsted reporting that many families have been waiting as long as two years to obtain support for their children’s learning needs, now more than ever schools must demonstrate their ability and pro-activeness in ensuring tailored approaches to the needs of every child.

All independent school staff, including senior leaders, teachers, and special and additional learning needs coordinators, have a responsibility to meet the needs of children and young people in their care, and at this conference you will access the latest best practice and advice on enhancing your SEND provision, as well as gain an understanding of the latest expectations from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).