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What works in the delivery of independent support? Final report from the national evaluation of the Independent Support Programme 2014 - 2016
- Authors:
- BROWN Helen, et al
- Publisher:
- National Development Team for Inclusion
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 93
- Place of publication:
- Bath
Final evaluation of the Independent Support (IS) Programme providing support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families to enable them to access services and to ensure that their Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan meets their need and reflects their aspirations. The evaluation reports progress towards each of the six programme outcomes, highlights lessons for successful delivery of IS and factors relating to its economic value. The six evaluation outcomes cover: families, children and young people feel more supported in the Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan process; children, young people and families being more engaged and empowered; for EHC plans to focus on children and young people’s aspirations; improved co-ordination and navigation through local services; greater equality of access to services; and increased skills and knowledge of those involved in providing IS. The report found that Independent Support was highly valued by young people and parents, as well as the range of professionals involved in the care and support of disabled children and young people across the education, health and social care system. However, the evaluation found that there needs to be a greater focus on personal goals, outcomes and aspirations within EHC plans, with positive experiences of the planning process and conversations about outcomes not always appearing in the content of plans. It proposes six key elements to consider for the successful local commissioning and delivery of IS. The report makes five recommendations, which include the need for outcome measures that focus on individual outcomes and an increased focus on young people’s voice and focus on aspirations in EHC plans. (Edited publisher abstract)