Bridget Phillipson must not abandon special needs children | The Spectator Australia

Concerns Over Special Needs Education

Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education, has turned her attention to her brief, prompting concern among parents of children with special needs.

Parents are upset about the latest announcement from the Department of Education, which includes a postponement of the white paper on schools' special needs (SEND) provision until next year.

Reports that children with 'lower level' needs may lose one-to-one teaching assistant support have alarmed parents already struggling to navigate the system.

Author's summary: Bridget Phillipson's recent announcement sparks concern among parents of special needs children.

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The Spectator Australia The Spectator Australia — 2025-11-05

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