SEND Reform: 279,000 Children Missing School Due to Illness – Who Is This Reform For?
The government’s SEND Reform promises stronger inclusion and a more sustainable system. Reform is needed — demand is rising and families are waiting too long for support. But there is a group at risk of being overlooked. In 2025, 279,000 children and young people missed over 20% of their education due to long-term illness. Many […]