Weekly e-newsletter 16/1/2026
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Newsletter in brief
Policy and influence
NGA meets the Minister for School Standards on SEND, contributes to DfE National Conversations on reform, joins funding discussions with F40, and analyses early Ofsted reports under the new framework.
SEND training announced
£200m national SEND training programme confirmed ahead of the Schools White Paper, covering inclusion, adaptive teaching and assistive technology.
GCSE results app
From this summer, year 11 pupils can access GCSE results via a new app, supporting post-16 transitions and reducing school admin costs.
National Year of Reading
DfE and National Literacy Trust launch ‘Go All In’ campaign to boost reading for pleasure among children and young people.
School-based nurseries
DfE data shows a 15% rise in school-based nurseries since 2018, with higher SEND participation and staff qualification levels.
Financial self-assessments
Maintained schools and trusts reminded to complete SFVS and SRMSAC. NGA guidance available.
RISE feedback
NGA seeks member views on the RISE intervention programme; DfE effectiveness data due soon.
External reviews of governance
NGA highlights ERGs as a key tool for trust assurance as inspection arrangements evolve.
Finance events
Budget-setting webinar (5 Feb) and Governance Leadership Forum on efficiencies (10 Feb).
Tes SEND Show North
Returns to Manchester this March.