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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RWK Goodman share details of the upcoming recycling legislation and how schools can prepare
Recycling in Schools: Preparing for the UK’s 2025 Legislation
In this guest blog, Robert Walton, Partner in the Real Estate team at RWK Goodman, explains what the new recycling legislation that will come into effect from 31st March 2025 will mean for schools and what actions they should take now to prepare for the changes.
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Nurturing creativity and self-esteem
Nurturing creativity and self-esteem: The power of equal opportunities in art
In this guest blog, Lucy Byrne, Managing Director of dot-art, talks about Art Bytes and its mission to celebrate creativity on an equal footing. She highlights how special schools have embraced the programme’s inclusive approach, with many educators noting its positive effect on pupils’ confidence and self-esteem.
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Children’s Social Care Reform – how do we manage not to throw the baby out with the bathwater?
NASS CEO, Claire Dorer OBE, responds to the Government's proposed reforms to children's social care announced on 18th November 2024.
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Great Howarth School was a finalist in this year's NASS Awards for their Poetry By Heart project
SPOTLIGHT – Great Howarth School’s Poetry By Heart project
In the first of our features on the 2024 NASS Award finalists, we look at Great Howarth School’s inspiring project, Poetry by Heart.
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In response to Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson’s recent speech on SEND reform to the Confederation of School Trusts, NASS CEO Claire Dorer OBE shares NASS's vision for a truly inclusive education system - one where special schools aren't "necessary alternatives when things go wrong elsewhere" but they are seen as vital "pillars of an inclusive system that truly recognises each child's needs".
Why special schools matter in an inclusive education system
CEO Claire Dorer OBE shares NASS's vision for a truly inclusive education system - one where special schools aren't "necessary alternatives when things go wrong elsewhere" but they are seen as vital "pillars of an inclusive system that truly recognises each child's needs".
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NASS response to NAO report
NASS was one of 60 stakeholders consulted as part of the National Audit Office’s report on support for children and young people with special educational needs.
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How might forthcoming employment law changes impact special schools?
In this guest blog, Martin Cornforth, Partner at Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management provides an overview of the forthcoming proposed employment law changes that could have an impact on the operation and staffing of special schools.
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The VAT challenge for Independent Special Schools: what schools need to know
As independent special schools brace for the implementation of VAT in January 2025, experts from VWV law firm warn schools that significant planning is necessary to ensure schools are fully prepared for these changes.
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RSHE for SEND learners – what do you need to know this academic year?
In her guest blog for NASS, Nicky from Sex Education Forum sheds light on current RSHE guidance and offers practical tips for delivering RSHE to SEND learners.
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A blog written by Rob Walton, Partner at RWK Goodman on how schools can reduce energy costs and improve energy efficiency
Managing energy costs & boosting efficiency: Tips for special schools
Rob Walton, from RWK Goodman, shares some practical steps our member schools can take to reduce energy costs and improve long-term energy efficiency.
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