Over half of children with special education needs are missing school because their requirements can't be met. That's the damning findings from an ITV News investigation exposing a crisis in provision for children with these needs. 'The system doesn't work for anyone.' Actress Sally Phillips has spent years fighting... for special educational needs and disability provisions for her three neurodiverse children and says the system is frustrating.show more

It's not worked for years, from Cahms to SEND schools, the Tories hate SEND people and have undermined our very existence. From underfunding, cutting services and having non-autism trained staff judging us at the DWP and saying we're fine

Labour VAT on private school fees will make this much worse.

Brilliant interview Sally, the law is their & strong in words, the problem is the toxic environment and lack of accountability. Many know how to put as many road blocks in the way rather than not supporting these vulnerable children.

Even when you finally get a EHCP and the school agrees they can meet the child's needs (main stream). The schools do not put in place what is set out in the EHCP. It is a legally binding document, schools think they can pick what's implemented, if any. Then the child cannot cope

Maybe in life we don’t always get every single one of our needs addressed, it’s called life and we just get on with it?

So proud of our Patron, Sally, for sharing her story. We’re dedicated to helping children with additional needs reach their potential. We’re here to ensure children get the support they deserve and empower parents 🧡

@annabirdfr As Trustee of a charity supporting children and young adults with disabilities well said and thank you @sallyephillips, I fully agree with you.