Require schools to teach how to support vision impaired & disabled people
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Implement high levels of education within the national curriculum about different disabilities, their impact and how to support people with these impairments.
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Mandate all teachers in mainstream schools receive SEN & mental health training
Fund mandatory SEN and mental health training for all teachers. We are concerned that many children with special educational needs are being failed, as mainstream staff often lack the skills and qualifications to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
Fund and require trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming support in schools
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