SENCOs have a key role to play in developing & implementing an inclusive framework for meeting Special Educational Needs. The fifth edition of this best-selling SENCO Handbook" provides up-to-date information & advice in relation to three key government publications; " Removing Barriers to Achievement: The Government's Strategy for SEN" (2004) " Every Child Matters: Change for Children in Schools" (2004) & the " Disability Discrimination Act" (2005) particularly the disability equality duty & accessibility plan. Elizabeth Cowne offers clear & practical guidance to SENCOs enabling them to meet the demands made on them by the latest legislation & practice. This comprehensive companion: introduces the reader to the key concepts & issues of SEN & inclusion; provides detailed information for SENCOs head teachers & governors about developing whole-school policy & practice for children & young people with SEN; advises on essential aspects of the SENCos' role including the management of support staff working in partnership with parents & outside agencies & the improvement of teaching & learning; enables those working in education to debate discuss & reflect on the issues presented in relation to their work in schools or other settings;
Includes:: a photocopiable section of staff development activities; & gives information on further reading & source materials. " The SENCO Handbook" remains essential reading for all those responsible for special educational needs working in early years primary secondary & FE settings."