School requirements under SENDA

School statutory duties for SEN, SEN code of practice and SENDA

secure SEN provision for any pupil identified as having SEN
ensure that the pupils' SEN are known to all those likely to teach and support them
ensure that teachers in school are aware of the the importance of identifting and provding for pupils with SEN
inform parents/carers of a decision made by the school that their child has SEN
plan over time to increase access to the curriculum, premises and written information (SENDA)
take reasonable steps to ensure disabled pupils/prospective pupils aren't placed at a substantial disadvantage, either in relation to admission arrangements to the school, or associated services provided by, or on behalf of, the school.

Strategy for access 2006-2009 (word)
Revised and improved accessibility strategy rooted in statutory responsibilities under SENDA and building on guidance from the DfES, 'Removing Barriers to Achievement, the Government's Strategy for SEN, 2004'.

Appendix A:
Schools self audit questionnaire (excel)
An updated physical accessibility audit for schools to complete.

Briefing note from Derek Murphy (word)
Instructions for completing physical accessibility audit.

Appendix B:
Report on schools accessibility plan, 2003-2006 (word)
Feedback on accessibility plans submitted by schools to the LA in April 2004.