Jul 12 / Johanna Aiyathurai

Good Intentions Aren't Enough: What the Evidence Really Says About SEN Interventions

As an educator hurtling towards the next academic year, you’re probably wondering:

  1. Will we be compliant in time for the updated statutory RSHE guidance in September 2026?
  2. Will we be able to evidence inclusive RSHE under the new Ofsted framework from November 2025?

You’re not alone — and you don’t need to panic.

This guide is designed to be a quick, practical checklist you can use as an RSHE action plan for 2025–26, with a clear focus on SEND learners.

Quick summary for busy staff

To be “inspection ready” for RSHE, you need to be able to show:
✅ You know what’s changing (and you’ve audited gaps)
✅ You’ve got a coherent, sequenced RSHE plan (not ad hoc)
✅ Staff feel supported and confident
✅ RSHE is adapted for SEND and genuinely accessible
✅ Parents understand your approach
✅ You can evidence impact (not just delivery)

What does 'inspection ready' look like for RSHE?