Schools White Paper
What is the Schools White Paper - and why does it matter?
The recently published Schools White Paper outlines the government’s vision for the future of education in England. From funding and standards to support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), it proposes changes that could shape how schools operate and how children receive support.
FAQs
The Schools White Paper has prompted a number of important questions. These FAQs aim to clarify key points, explain what is known so far, and outline how the proposals affect your child’s education at Aurora.
Is anything changing for my child right now?
There are no immediate changes to your child’s support, EHCP or school placement. The Schools White Paper is currently in consultation, and nothing has been finalised.
Your child’s provision remains exactly as it is.
Are EHCPs being removed or replaced?
EHCPs are not being removed under the current proposals. Parents’ rights to appeal through tribunal would also remain in place.
There are no proposed changes to EHCP support before September 2030.
Will my child lose their specialist school place?
There are no immediate changes to placements. Any future reforms would be introduced gradually over several years and only after consultation.
Your child’s stability remains a priority.
When would any changes actually happen?
Even if proposals are approved, changes would be phased in over time. Full implementation would not be expected until 2035.
Nothing is changing now.
What is the new three-tier support model?
The White Paper proposes three levels of support:
- Targeted
- Targeted Plus
- Specialist
Children who require Specialist provision would continue to have EHCPs.
What is Aurora doing about this?
Nothing changes for our families right now.
Aurora will take an active and constructive role in the consultation process and will keep families fully informed as developments progress.
We understand that uncertainty can feel unsettling, and we are here to support you.
Contact Us
If you have questions about the Schools White Paper or how the proposed changes could affect your child, we are here to support you.
