A SENCO's Guide to the Code of Practice 2026

<p><strong>A SENCO's Guide to the Code of Practice</strong> is a clear practical and highly accessible handbook designed for SENCOs school leaders and SEND practitioners working across early years primary secondary and post-16 education.</p><p></p><p> This comprehensive guide explains the <strong>SEND Code of Practice (2015)</strong> in plain English helping professionals understand their statutory duties and implement them confidently in everyday school practice.</p><p></p><p>The book breaks down each major area of the Code-including assessment SEN Support EHCP processes joint working funding responsibilities and annual reviews-into manageable real-world guidance.</p><p></p><p> With step-by-step explanations practical templates leadership advice and actionable strategies this guide supports SENCOs to develop effective provision meet legal requirements and improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.</p><p>Key topics covered include:</p><ul><li>Understanding statutory duties under the SEND Code of Practice</li><li>High-quality teaching graduated response and SEN Support</li><li>Evidence gathering and effective provision mapping</li><li>Working with parents carers local authorities and professionals</li><li>Preparing for inspections and demonstrating impact</li><li>Managing EHCP processes including assessments provision and reviews</li><li>Leadership expectations for SENCOs and strategic SEND development</li></ul><p>Written in a clear and supportive style this handbook serves as a daily reference guide and a long-term professional resource for anyone responsible for SEND in schools.</p>