| Children and young people Families Act 2014 |
Every Local Authority |
Must publish a Local Offer that provides comprehensive, regularly updated information about services and support for children and young people with SEND aged 0 to 25 and their families |
| Equality Act 2010 – Schedule 10 |
Local Authorities |
Must publish an Accessibility Strategy and ensure that Local Authority maintained schools have fit for purpose Accessibility Plans |
| Equality Act 2010 |
All public bodies (e.g. schools, early years, post-16 providers, LAs) |
Must not discriminate, harass, or victimise disabled children and young people. Must promote inclusion and make reasonable adjustments |
| Reasonable Adjustments Duty (Schedule 13) |
Schools and education providers |
Must take proactive steps to ensure CYP with disabilities can access the same opportunities as others |
| SEND Code of Practice: 0 to 25 Years |
Statutory guidance for organisations working with children and young people with SEND, including schools, local authorities, and health services |
SEND Code of Practice on the GOV.UK website |
