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Special educational needs and disability data descriptors

We are seeking views on how to produce consistent SEND data descriptors for the schools census and individualised learner record.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk

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The individualised learner record (ILR) and school census currently contain inconsistent special educational needs and disability (SEND) data descriptors.

DfE is seeking views on proposed amendments to SEND data fields based on the indicators outlined in table 1 of the consultation document.

Documents

Special educational needs and disability data descriptorsapplication/pdf Special educational needs and disability data descriptors: government responseapplication/pdf