Welcome to NASS

The National Association of Special Schools

We represent our membership of non-local authority maintained special schools in England and Wales, delivering support, recognition and national representation of their important work.

We work in close partnership with our members, other SEND organisations, central and local government, providing insight, information and opinion to help shape the future of special education in our sector.

NASS champions high-quality, specialist provision within a modern, inclusive education service that respects the choices of children, their families, and carers. We currently represent and support more than 400 members across England and Wales.

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The end of a big first year for Sir Martyn Oliver – and a long list of New Year’s resolutions
NASS CEO, Claire Dorer, reflects on Sir Martyn's first Ofsted Annual Report and the substantial challenges that lie ahead for him.
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Little Hares: a special community supporting deaf babies, toddlers and their families
In the second of our features on the 2024 NASS Award finalists, we look at Mary Hare School's 'Little Hares' community initiative.
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