‘Attainment at all costs’ approach could undermine Send changes, school leaders in England say
School leaders in England are concerned that the government's focus on academic attainment may undermine proposed changes to special educational needs (Send) provisions. The Association of School and College Leaders argues that prioritizing exam results could conflict with efforts to support inclusive education. They emphasize that a comprehensive approach is necessary to ensure all students receive the education they need.
- ▪The ASCL warns that 'academic attainment at all costs' policies could hinder reforms aimed at improving Send provisions.
- ▪There is a critical inconsistency between the government's focus on inclusion and its emphasis on academic outcomes.
- ▪The proposed changes require adequate staffing, funding, and training to be effective in supporting schools.
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‘If we want an education for all then that principle of “for all” must apply to all areas of education policy,’ the ASCL said. Photograph: Danny Lawson/PAView image in fullscreen‘If we want an education for all then that principle of “for all” must apply to all areas of education policy,’ the ASCL said. Photograph: Danny Lawson/PASpecial educational needs‘Attainment at all costs’ approach could undermine Send changes, school leaders in England sayUnion says emphasis on academic goals conflicts with proposed measures on special educational needs provisionRichard Adams Education editorWed 20 May 2026 01.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 20 May 2026 01.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleChanges to special educational needs provision in England could be thwarted by “academic attainment at all…
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