Special Educational Needs & Disabilities
Test your knowledge of statistics and law surrounding Special Educational Needs and Disability.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The percentage of pupils with a statement or EHC plan attending maintained special schools has seen a year on year increase since January 2010. In January 2010, 38.2% of pupils with statements attended maintained special schools, and this has increased to what percentage of pupils with statements or EHC plans in January 2017?
- A.
40.1%
- B.
41.8%
- C.
42.6%
- D.
43.8%
Correct Answer
D. 43.8%Explanation
The percentage of pupils with a statement or EHC plan attending maintained special schools has seen a year on year increase since January 2010. In January 2010, 38.2% of pupils with statements attended maintained special schools. The question asks for the percentage of pupils with statements or EHC plans in January 2017, and the correct answer is 43.8%. This means that the percentage has increased over time, showing a positive trend in the enrollment of pupils with statements or EHC plans in maintained special schools.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Statistics released by the Department for Education in its most recent report states that the total number of children in England with a Special Educational Need is...?
- A.
509,987
- B.
987,956
- C.
1,244,255
- D.
1,564,988
Correct Answer
C. 1,244,255Explanation
According to the most recent report by the Department for Education, the total number of children in England with a Special Educational Need is 1,244,255.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What percentage of pupils with SEN attending state-funded primary schools do not have a statement of needs or EHC Plan?
- A.
24%
- B.
57%
- C.
38%
- D.
62%
Correct Answer
B. 57%Explanation
The correct answer is 57%. This means that 57% of pupils with SEN attending state-funded primary schools do not have a statement of needs or EHC Plan. This indicates that a significant majority of pupils with SEN in these schools do not have a formalized plan or support system in place to address their specific needs.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Special Educational Needs are more prevalent in girls than in boys.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Special Educational Needs are more prevalent in girls than in boys" is incorrect. In reality, studies have shown that boys are more likely to have special educational needs than girls. This could be due to various factors such as biological differences, social expectations, and cultural influences. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Autistic Spectrum Disorder is the most common primary type of need for pupils with a statement or EHC plan.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is indeed the most common primary type of need for pupils with a statement or Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan. This means that among all the different types of needs that pupils may have, ASD is the most frequently identified one for those who require additional support and have an official statement or EHC plan in place.Rate this question:
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- 6.
If a parent, young person or a school/ college asks a Local Authority to carry out an EHC needs assessment, the LA must respond (saying if they will or will not carry out the assessment) within how many weeks?
- A.
6
- B.
8
- C.
12
- D.
16
Correct Answer
A. 6Explanation
If a parent, young person or a school/college asks a Local Authority to carry out an EHC needs assessment, the LA must respond within 6 weeks, stating whether they will or will not carry out the assessment.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The EHC plan assessment process - from initial referral to getting a decision about whether the child/young person will receive an EHC Plan, should take no longer than...
- A.
16 Weeks
- B.
20 Weeks
- C.
6 Months
- D.
100 Days
Correct Answer
A. 16 WeeksExplanation
The correct answer is 16 Weeks. The EHC plan assessment process, which includes the initial referral and the decision about whether the child/young person will receive an EHC Plan, should ideally be completed within 16 weeks. This timeframe ensures that the child/young person's needs are assessed and addressed in a timely manner, allowing them to receive the necessary support and services as soon as possible.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The legal responsibility for securing the provision specified in Section F of an EHC Plan falls upon the Local Authority. If a school cannot make the provision specified in Section F of the EHC Plan from their own SEN budget, the Local Authority must secure the provision.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that according to the provided information, the legal responsibility for securing the provision specified in Section F of an EHC Plan falls upon the Local Authority. If a school does not have enough funds in their own SEN budget to make the specified provision, it is the responsibility of the Local Authority to secure the provision. Therefore, the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Current legislation governing the EHC Plan assessment process and provisions for Children with Special Educational Needs is found in the Children and Families Act of which year?
Correct Answer
2014Explanation
The current legislation governing the EHC Plan assessment process and provisions for Children with Special Educational Needs is found in the Children and Families Act of 2014. This Act was introduced to improve support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, and to ensure that they receive the necessary support to achieve their full potential. It outlines the assessment process for creating Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans, which are tailored to meet the individual needs of children with special educational needs.Rate this question:
- 10.
An education, health and care (EHC) plan is for children and young people aged up to...
- A.
18
- B.
16
- C.
25
- D.
30
Correct Answer
C. 25Explanation
An Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plan is a legal document in the UK that outlines the special educational, health, and social care needs of a child or young person. It is designed to support individuals up to the age of 25. This plan provides a comprehensive assessment of the child's needs and specifies the support and services required to meet those needs. By extending the age limit to 25, the EHC plan recognizes that some individuals may require ongoing support as they transition into adulthood and further education or employment.Rate this question:
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