SEND Reform

The Government has published its Schools White Paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving, and carried out a 12-week SEND reform consultation, SEND reform: putting children and young people first.

There is a lot of information and we’re here to help you understand what this could mean. You can also view our formal response to the consultation.

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SEND advice

Our SEND advice and guidance is here to support you in navigating SEND, , helping you understand your child’s rights, the education system, and practical ways to support your child and family.

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Our response to the Schools White Paper

Our CEO, Katie Ghose, responds to the Government’s Schools White Paper ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’.

A world where all kinds of kids have all kinds of opportunities

Childhood should be a joyful time. But some children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities are defined by what they cannot do. That’s wrong.

Every child should have an equal opportunity to play, learn, grow and thrive.

We create life-changing opportunities by providing a wide range of support. Together, we’ll empower disabled children to stand up for their rights.

Join the Young People’s Hub community

If you’re a young person with SEND aged 13–25, the Young People’s Hub is your space for everyday life tips, creative activities, and loads of friendship and fun.

Join the community – sign up to our newsletter and stay connected!

Kids mediation service

Contact our award-winning Special Educational Needs and Disability Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Service.

We help families resolve disputes with the local authority or health service.

Kids Cotswolds Holiday Home

Looking for a family-friendly break? Discover our fully accessible Kids Cotswolds Holiday Home – the perfect spot to relax, explore, and make memories together. Sleeps up to six, dog-friendly, and surrounded by stunning countryside.

Read our latest news and real life stories

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News
19 May 2026

Kids submit response to SEND reform consultation

Kids has submitted its formal response to the Government's SEND reform consultation.

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News
19 May 2026

Katie Ghose will leave her role as Chief Executive of Kids

Katie Ghose has announced that she will be leaving her role as Chief Executive of Kids in autumn 2026.

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News
19 May 2026

Young People’s Views on SEND Reform Proposals

Young people with SEND shared their views and experiences in response to the SEND Reform Consultation.

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News
12 May 2026

How to Help Me Learn and Thrive Report

A new report reveals only 28% of disabled young people feel supported in education.

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News
13 Mar 2026

Kids Collective Young People Lead Youth Voice Event at Parliament

Young people with SEND spoke directly to MPs at a Kids Collective Youth Voice event.

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News
3 Mar 2026

Young People Lead the Conversation at MP Drop-In Event

Young people hosted an MP drop-in at Parliament, sharing their lived experiences.

News
27 Feb 2026

The Schools White Paper and SEND reforms

Information about the Schools White Paper, Kids' response and helpful links and resources.

CEO blog post
23 Feb 2026

Response to the Government’s Schools White Paper

Our CEO, Katie Ghose, responds to the Government's Schools White Paper 'Every Child Achieving and Thriving'.

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News
18 Feb 2026

SEND Reform: Our vision for the Schools White Paper

Our vision for SEND reform and what we want to see in the upcoming Schools White Paper.

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CEO blog post
6 Feb 2026

Inclusion isn’t optional – it’s a right for every child

There’s been a lot of SEND coverage in the news recently. Our CEO Katie Ghose shares her reflections.

News
30 Jan 2026

Kids appoints Mark Devlin as new Chair of the Board

Kids appoints Mark Devlin as new Chair of the Board.

Luke Murphy SEND report launch
Press & policy
20 Jan 2026

Luke Murphy MP Visits Kids Nursery for SEND Crisis Report Launch

We were delighted to welcome Luke Murphy MP to our Basingstoke nursery to launch his report on the SEND crisis.

Press & policy
16 Jan 2026

Our response to the Government’s £200 Million SEND Training Investment

Kids welcomes the Government announcement to invest £200 million in SEND training for education professionals working with children of all ages.

Press & policy
12 Jan 2026

Young People with SEND Engage Education Leaders

7 inspiring young people with SEND came together for an interactive, youth-led workshop with education leaders.

News
23 Dec 2025

Thank you to our partners 2025

Celebrating our amazing partners and the impact they've made in 2025.

News
22 Dec 2025

Our 2025 recap

Take a look back at our incredible year supporting children and young people with SEND and their families.