Guidance
SEND training for schools: inclusive teaching and areas of development
Training materials to help teachers and teaching assistants in mainstream schools understand and apply the new areas of development within inclusive teaching practices.
Applies to England
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These materials are designed for in-house training sessions for teaching staff and teaching assistants in mainstream primary and secondary schools.
The training focuses on practical, evidence-informed strategies.
These materials cover:
- an introduction to the SEND areas of development
- how children develop skills across the different areas of development
- how to use the areas of development to plan and adapt inclusive classroom practice
- strategies to support children’s progress and participation
- practical examples of how the framework can be applied in school settings
The materials can be used in conjunction with the full package of SEND and inclusion training for schools.
Updates to this page
Published 24 September 2026