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High needs funding

The part of school funding in England used by local authorities to pay for provision for pupils with complex SEND and those in alternative provision.

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Funding

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EHCP (Education, health and care plan) England
A legal document in England, issued by the local authority, describing a child or young person's special educational, health and social care needs and the support they must receive, for those aged up to 25.
Dedicated schools grant (DSG) England
The main government grant to local authorities in England for school funding, split into schools, central services, high needs and early years blocks.

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