Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

A legal framework and set of provisions for children and young people aged 0-25 who have learning difficulties or disabilities that make it harder for them to learn than most children or young people of the same age. A term referring to the diverse needs of children and young people who require additional support in their education due to learning difficulties or disabilities affecting their ability to learn. This is a factor contributing to the overspend in the Dedicated Schools Grant. Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, referring to the support and services for children with these needs. Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, referring to children and young people requiring additional support. A classification for children and young people who require additional support for their learning or development.