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National Association of Independent Schools & Non-Maintained Special Schools working with special schools not maintained by local authorities in England & Wales
England and Wales
Joined September 2012
The sector does feel under threat from upcoming changes to SEND policy - we expect Government to make it harder for children to get access to specialist placements - but VAT is not a big issue for LA-funded independent special school places.
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The idea that independent special school placements are exempt from VAT persists! VAT has been levied since last year - but LAs can reclaim it, so it is cost neutral to them.
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Too many with SEND are being failed, esp those who require specialist placements that are increasingly hard to access. Each year without action means more children missing out on the right support. The human cost of delay is growing and it's unacceptable. 5/5.
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A solution to the SEND crisis is long overdue, and the longer it’s deferred, the greater the cost — not just to local authority finances, but to the futures of children and young people with SEND. 4/5.
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The government has promised a Schools White Paper & more detail on SEND reforms this autumn. These must deliver more than ambition - they must offer a credible roadmap to long-term sustainability that doesn't come at expense of children & young people having their needs met. 3/5.
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The extension delays an urgent reckoning. Councils face a c.£5bn SEND funding crisis, with no clear plan to fix the root causes. It may avert collapse for now, but only pushes the problem further along an already strained path. 2/5.
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On Friday, the government confirmed that the statutory override shielding councils from the impact of SEND deficits will be extended to 2028. This offers some short-term breathing space. However, without a long-term solution, the pressure on councils continues to build. 🧵1/5.
An accounting loophole keeping spiralling SEND deficits from bankrupting councils has been extended for two years .
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How will the Employment Rights Bill affect your special school?. NASS members are invited to a free webinar on 10 July with James Sage @RWKGoodman, breaking down the biggest changes to employment law in 50+ years. Book now: #EmploymentLaw #HRinEducation
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RT @engageitf: Today’s the day! 🏆⚽. Good luck to all the schools taking part in the Engage Football Final at St George’s Park, what an incr….
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We’re also delighted to confirm that Adam Sproston, Senior HMI for SEND and AP at @Ofstednews, will be joining us as a keynote speaker at our NASS Annual Conference in Bristol, taking place from 2–3 October. Tickets now on sale:
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Christine will start her position as Ofsted chair in September, the same month that we will now expect the publication of the Ofsted consultation formal response and ahead of the introduction of the new-look education inspections from November. 2/3.
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We welcome today’s announcement of Dame Christine Gilbert as the next Chair of @Ofstednews. 1/2.
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The next five-day Future-Readying Your Workforce course starts this November, with places available for up to 15 special school leaders and a special discount for NASS members.
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In this week's blog, Nicky, Head of HR & Finance at @ForestBridgeSch shares the 'transformational' impact of a workforce development course by @DrMattSilver & NASS. A must-read for school leaders aiming to build values-led, resilient teams.
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We're proud to join 70 organisations calling for real investment in early years. Children with SEND need more than promises, they need support from the start. The #SpendingReview must deliver for babies, young children & families. @ncbtweets
We stand behind @Keir_Starmer’s focus on early childhood in his Plan for Change. Now is the time to invest so that every child, from conception to reception, has the Best Start in Life. #BestStartInLife #SpendingReview2025
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We're delighted that TG Escapes is the Gold Sponsor of this year’s NASS Conference 2025, taking place on Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd October in Bristol. Tickets are now on sale and selling fast!
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🌿Could your SEND classroom be calmer? Christopher Leese from @learningescape explains how biophilic design—bringing nature indoors—helps reduce sensory overload & boost focus.
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📣 NASS members — don’t miss our free webinar tomorrow (Tues 3 June) with Dr Kate Chhatwal OBE & Lisa Bond on how @Challenge_Ptnrs helps special schools improve through collaboration, challenge & leadership. 👉 Book now:
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RT @newcollworc: We LOVE seeing our former students thrive beyond NCW! 🌟.Huge congrats to Isabelle, starring in a concert that changed her….
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Join us for a free webinar exclusively for NASS members to learn how @ChallengePartnr supports special schools to improve outcomes through collaboration, challenge & leadership development. Book your place
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