A monitoring review has found that 'initial progress' has been made in response to weaknesses in SEND provision in Jersey.
The original independent reviewer - who found inclusion was lacking - has returned to monitor progress.
The review last year found that 'few' disadvantaged and vulnerable pupils were having their 'full range of needs met,' and suggested a different approach.
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A progress report, four months on, has found that leaders have responded constructively, with 'firm foundations for improvement'.
It says the system remains in an early phase of transformation, and many actions have yet to translate into 'material' improvements for pupils, but that there are 'encouraging signs.'
Leaders are developing partnership-based working across partnerships of schools, designed to improve collaboration between schools and central services.
It found collaboration between education, psychology and early years services is strengthening, supporting better planning for children and improved transition arrangements.
A review of SEND funding is ongoing, and a clearer understanding of gaps in provision and future requirements is being gained through reviews.
The monitoring review notes that the 'structural and systemic issues' had developed over 'years' and will require sustained, phased implementation to resolve.
Independent off-island experts will continue to undertake monitoring visits.
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