Primary schools are grouping together, finding like-minded schools with which they can cluster together for support. Suzanne O’Connell finds out how one group of schools, the Tipton Learning Community, are forging their relationship

The latest research on alternative provision discusses implications for students with SEN. Colin Smith outlines their relevance for secondary SENCOs

In this article, Brian Lamb discusses the new advanced training materials designed to strengthen mainstream schools’ capacity to support pupils with SEND. He welcomes their arrival but calls for a long-term, multi-faceted commitment to professional development

The teaching school designation is one of the ways in which schools are linking together and forming alliances. We asked three schools about the process and their ambitions for the future.