Welcome to NASS

The National Association of Special Schools

NASS is the membership association for special schools in England and Wales. We provide support, advice, information, events, training and a strong national voice.

We’re a growing community of over 500 schools and organisations, and welcome every type of special school – independent, special academies, multi-academy trusts with special schools, non-maintained, and maintained special schools.

We work in close partnership with our members, other SEND organisations, and with central and local government, providing insight, information and influence to help shape the future of special education. NASS champions high-quality, specialist provision within a modern, inclusive education system that respects the choices of children, young people and their families.

Our message to the new PM

We have four asks and one clear ambition: a SEND system where every child can thrive.
Each day this week, we will set out each of our asks and publish the briefings we are sending to the new Prime Minister.

Read our briefings
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NASS appoints new CEO
NASS Trustees have appointed Clive Lawrence OBE as the new Chief Executive of NASS and he will join NASS in November 2026.
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More money upfront… but at what cost?
What does the government's new SEND funding consultation mean for special schools? In this analysis, NASS Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer Mari Davis explores the potential opportunities, risks and unanswered questions behind the proposals, and why special schools should be paying close attention.
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