SEN Framework (NI)
The legal framework for special educational needs in Northern Ireland, including the Special Educational Needs and Disability Act (NI) 2016 and its Code of Practice.
- Used in
- Northern Ireland
- Topic
- SEND and special education
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Related terms
- Statement of SEN England Wales Northern Ireland
- The older legal document setting out a child's special educational needs and provision. In England statements were replaced by EHCPs; in Northern Ireland statements are still used.
- SENCO (Special educational needs coordinator) England Northern Ireland
- The qualified teacher in a school responsible for coordinating provision for pupils with SEN. In England, new SENCOs must gain a national qualification for the role.
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