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Key legal and policy changes for schools in 2026/27
Philip Wood looks at the most significant legal developments for schools over the next academic year.
Prevent referrals and discrimination under the Equality Act
Fred Holker sets out the lessons from a recent County Court case where a teacher making a Prevent referral was found to have subjected the pupil to direct discrimination.
Understanding EHCP responsibility when a pupil moves area
The Upper Tribunal recently issued an important ruling on ‘ordinary residence’ in context of special educational needs. Alice Wheatley analyses the judgment.
SEND reform: the impact on behaviour challenges
Coral Peutrill considers how schools can manage the prospect of increased challenges in managing the support required for all pupils including those with SEND.
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