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SENDCo

An alternative name for the SENCO, used by many schools in England.

Also called
Special educational needs and disabilities coordinator
Used in
England
Topic
SEND and special education

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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.

More terms: SEND and special education

SEND Code of Practice · SEND register · SEND Tribunal · SENDIASS · Statement of SEN

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