Ministers have commissioned research to build “invaluable” evidence on the impact of inclusion bases before their national rollout. Under their SEND reforms, ministers want every secondary school to have an inclusion base to support pupils with additional needs, with an “equivalent number” of places available in primary settings. Such provision could be a support base commissioned by a school or trust, or a specialist base commissioned by a local council. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in Share Copy link Explore more on these topics Inclusion No Comments Share your thoughts Cancel replyWe welcome thoughtful discussion. Comments are moderated for quality and relevance.Comment *Name * Email *Your email will not be published Your website (optional) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Post comment Δ More from this topic Slough’s SEND services could be switched to another council DfE-appointed commissioner’s damning review finds ‘pervasive culture of defensiveness and blame’ 7d | Inclusion Belonging ‘essential’ but conflicts with other pressures, report says Researchers however find tension with other school pressures, such as academic attainment and staff capacity 7d | Inclusion