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Emma Morgan of SEN Reform NI emphasized the importance of children feeling wanted and valued in their school environment. She expressed concern over the Education Authority’s consideration of instructing schools to enroll SEN children due to a shortfall of places for September 2025, deeming the situation a “crisis.”
In response to the potential need for 27 specialist provision classes, EA Chief Executive Richard Pengelly acknowledged the gravity of the situation, stating that it is unacceptable for children and their families to face uncertainty. He emphasized that while it would be preferable not to enforce enrollment, the priority is ensuring vulnerable children have access to education.
Ms. Morgan recognized the complexity of meeting the needs of SEN students, highlighting the importance of finding the right environment and support for each child. She stressed the need for schools to genuinely want and support SEN students, rather than obliging them to accept placements. Ms. Morgan called for deeper analysis of schools’ reluctance to open specialist units, emphasizing the holistic approach needed to educate children effectively.
The EA’s appeal for schools to voluntarily offer support in addressing the shortage of SEN placements met with limited success, with only one school responding positively. The Chief Executive reiterated the urgency of the situation, emphasizing the government’s responsibility to ensure every child receives the necessary support for their education. The school leaders’ union, NAHT NI, criticized attempts to shift blame onto schools, calling for collaborative efforts between government bodies and school leaders to address the issue effectively
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