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England begins biggest overhaul of teacher training for special needs

New free and adaptable materials are part of a £200 million investment to strengthen inclusion from the earliest years.

England begins biggest overhaul of teacher training for special needs
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The UK government has released free, practical and adaptable materials to help teachers and schools support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

The resources include techniques such as breaking instructions into simple steps, pre-teaching vocabulary, using visual timetables and reducing noise that can hinder communication and emotional regulation.

The initiative is the first step in a £200 million investment in teacher training. It aims to place inclusion at the centre of every classroom, from early years to post-16 education.

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