NASS Manifesto 2024
Our NASS manifesto for special schools calls on the next government to take 6 swift actions to remove barriers and build a better SEND system.
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BLOG: Under pressure – a call to pause financial interventions with local authorities
Mari Davis considers the reality of the DfE Safety Valve programme
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BLOG: Special schools need special people
NASS CEO Claire Dorer talks why NASS is calling for an urgent workforce strategy and plan for all SEND professionals
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BLOG: Can we get a stronger voice for SEND in government, please?
In her blog this week, Mari Davis, talks about why we are campaigning for a stronger voice for SEND in government
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BLOG: Setting a vision for the future role of special schools
NASS CEO Claire Dorer sets out her views on the desperate need for a strategic review of special schools
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BLOG: SEND and AP Improvement Plan
One year on and are we any closer to an effective SEND system?
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INTERVIEW: SIP Training
Headteacher and NASS SIP, Elizabeth Farnden shares her experience of SIP training and benefits she has gained from it
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Belong here: Our 2023 Impact Report
Our key achievements from the past year and ongoing commitment to inform, recognise and represent special schools
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BLOG: Ofsted and CQC thematic visits – preparation for adulthood
NASS's Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer, considers the value of the local thematic visits
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BLOG: Tackling mental health challenges & SEND
A blog by NASS CEO on the need to recognise the mental health challenges faced by children and young people with SEND
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Financial distress in local authorities
Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Committee report, 1st February
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BLOG: Building a support network for our members
How members can access support from our current NASS SIPS or apply for a sponsored place on the next training programme
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