Working Collaboratively

‘Local authorities must ensure that children, young people and parents are provided with the information, advice and support necessary to enable them to participate in discussions and decisions about their support.’

The SEND Code of Practice 2014 embodies a collaborative partnership approach between parents and carers and educational professionals. This is also reflected in Sefton’s Graduated Approach Toolkit.

‘It is well known that family engagement in their children’s learning and the quality of the home learning environment are associated with improved outcomes at all ages. However, the importance of working with families goes far deeper than this. If we reflect on the importance of knowing our learners, then the importance of working in partnership with families is evident. The learner is at the centre of this process, and education cannot be achieved with the school or family acting in isolation.’ Nasen Teacher Handbook: SEND, 2024

Sefton expects all schools and settings within the Local Authority to work collaboratively with parents and carers to meet the needs of all learners, and to fulfil their statutory obligations.