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Require 3-month SEN school placements for all trainee teachers

Submitted by Amy Hays on Monday 29th September 2025

Published on Wednesday 29th October 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Wednesday 29th April 2026

Signatures: 489

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Petition Action

Require 3-month SEN school placements for all trainee teachers

Petition Details

I want the Government to require all trainee teachers to complete a 3-month placement in Special Educational Needs schools so they can understand neurodiverse children, learn strategies to support them, and ensure every child can thrive in mainstream education.

Additional Information

There are concerns that some children may be unfairly discriminated against, permanently excluded and receive no staff support. We believe no child should be labelled “naughty” for needing help, and that every child deserves understanding, support, and the chance to thrive in school.


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