QTS SEND Code of Practice

Question 1

Which document provides statutory guidance on the provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities in England?

Accepted Answer

The SEND Code of Practice 2015

Answer

The SEND Code of Practice 2015 (updated 2020) provides statutory guidance for organisations working with children and young people with SEND in England, covering ages 0-25.

Question 2

What does 'EHCP' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Education, Health and Care Plan

Answer

An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) replaced the previous Statement of Special Educational Needs under the Children and Families Act 2014, covering children and young people aged 0-25.

Question 3

Under the SEND Code of Practice, schools must use a graduated approach. What are the two stages?

Accepted Answer

SEN Support and EHCP

Answer

The graduated approach consists of SEN Support (provided by the school) and, where needs are more complex, an EHCP. The older stages of School Action and School Action Plus were replaced in 2014.

Question 4

What is the role of the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) in a mainstream school?

Accepted Answer

To oversee the provision for pupils with SEND and advise teachers on strategies

Answer

The SENCO coordinates SEND provision, advises and supports teachers, liaises with parents and external agencies, and oversees the implementation of EHCPs and SEN Support plans.

Question 5

The SEND Code of Practice is based on four broad areas of need. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Physical appearance and body image

Answer

The four areas are: communication and interaction; cognition and learning; social, emotional and mental health; and sensory and/or physical needs. Physical appearance is not an area.

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QTS SEND Code of Practice