Special Educational Needs: Practical guidance for schools
This webinar took place on 11 February 2026 and is now available on-demand.
Supporting pupils with special educational needs is one of the biggest challenges facing the sector.
This webinar explored the key issues schools ask us about most frequently, and we shared practical advice and solutions to support you and your pupils. If the forthcoming Schools White Paper is published in time, we'll also explore the implications for SEN and what it means for you.
Who should watch?
This session is for SENCOs, school and trust leaders, governors, trustees, school business managers and anyone working in education with responsibility for SEND pupils.
What we covered:
- Anticipated reform and implications for schools.
- Placement decisions.
- Reasonable adjustments.
- Funding arrangements.
- Local authority responsibilities.
What you'll gain:
Practical advice on the legal framework and key considerations for your school.
Our in-person and online events are designed exclusively for clients and targets. As such, we reserve the right to cancel bookings. If you’d like to speak to a member of the team regarding your attendance, please contact us.
Contact
Philip Wood
Partner
philip.wood@brownejacobson.com
+44 (0)330 045 2274
Hayley O'Sullivan
Principal Associate
hayley.o'sullivan@brownejacobson.com
+44 (0)121 237 3994
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