New Study Explores Educational Support for Children with Congenital Anomalies

The HOPE study has published new research examining special educational needs (SEN) provision for children with major congenital anomalies (MCAs) in England. Using ECHILD data, the study found that two in five children with MCAs required SEN support in primary school—1.6 times higher than children without MCAs.

The research also highlights a decline in recorded SEN provision following the 2014 SEN system reforms, affecting both children with and without MCAs. These findings offer important insights for families, clinicians, and policymakers on the long-term support needs of children with complex health conditions.

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