Schools for Special Needs 2014: The Complete Guide to Special Needs Education in the United Kingdom

Schools for Special Needs 2014: The Complete Guide to Special Needs Education in the United Kingdom

by Gabbitas (Author)

Synopsis

Special needs provision continues to be the focus of much attention. A growing emphasis on the importance of meeting individual and often complex needs means that finding the right school for your child can be a complicated process. Schools for Special Needs is an indispensable aid for anyone investigating the legal and practical aspects of SEN provision for children and young people at all stages of education. This fully updated guide covers: assessment and identification of needs, statementing, suitable provision and school choice; all special needs from ADHD and Autism to Speech and Language Difficulty and Visual Impairment; where to seek help, parents' rights and the role of the local authority; the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice; directories of independent and non-maintained special schools, colleges and support services; state-maintained special schools, and mainstream independent schools with specialist provision.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 608
Edition: 19
Publisher: Kogan Page
Published: 03 Nov 2013

ISBN 10: 0749470399
ISBN 13: 9780749470395
Book Overview: Schools for Special Needs is the definitive guide to special needs education, providing independent advice for those assessing the legal and practical aspects of ensuring suitable educational provision for children and young people at all stages of education.

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Comprehensive, step-by-step guide to all aspects of finding the right provision for a child with special education needs. Education Journal
Author Bio
Celebrating its 140th anniversary this year, Gabbitas Educational Consultants is Britain's most respected educational consultancy and the only one offering individual, unbiased and sympathetic advice at all levels of education. Each year, Gabbitas deals with thousands of enquiries from parents and students, both in the UK and abroad. With extensive knowledge of independent schools and a comprehensive database of information, Gabbitas has an unrivalled reputation as an authoritative source of advice and guidance for parents on the choice of independent schools and colleges.