Research and Background - Why Inclusion?

This section creates just some of the evidence base that shows children with SEND and their families often face multiple disadvantage and why.

Isos Partnership's “Rising Needs in the Early Years?" Research into what is happeing, implications, and potential solutions for a more inclusive and holistic approach to supporting children in the early years.

Coram's 25 years of Childcare Survey shows the impact of expanded entitlements on childcare costs for under-twos in England

Dingley's Promise Early Years Local Authorities SEND National Research (2023)

Mencap - Investing in Early Intervention May 2022 - Why we should intervene early to support children with learning disabilities and their families, with examples from practice showing how it can be done.