The Department for Education has announced that eight new areas of the country will receive funding to deliver the short breaks programme, giving children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) a chance to take part in unforgettable activities and develop vitals skills, while giving their families a chance to rest and recoup.
The government funded programme provides councils with up to £1 million each for a year to work with families to develop innovative experiences that would otherwise be inaccessible to children because of their disability, as well as covering the costs of providing the activities.
The plans come following the recent publication of the SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan, which outlines the government’s plan to transform the experiences and outcomes of children with special needs and disabilities, ensuring every child, no matter where they live, has access to a high-quality, fulfilling education.
For a list of the local authorities who will receive the funding, visit GOV.UK.For more information about the Short Breaks Innovation Fund, visit the Education Hub