Committee publication · Correspondence · 16 June 2026
Letter from Secretary of State for Education on Education Other Than At School Consultation dated 12.06.26
From: Education Committee
Summary
Secretary of State for Education Bridget Phillipson informs the Education Committee of plans to launch a dedicated consultation on Education Other Than At School (EOTAS) arrangements. Following a 12-week SEND reform consultation with over 200 engagement events, the government will seek views on strengthening support, quality, and outcomes for children with complex needs currently served through EOTAS packages.
Key findings
- Government closed 12-week 'SEND reform: putting children and young people first' consultation with over 200 engagement events, meetings and roundtables
- Consultation proposed introduction of Specialist Provision Packages for all children and young people with complex needs, including those in EOTAS arrangements
- Government intends to publish a dedicated EOTAS consultation in coming weeks to address specific needs of children in these arrangements
- Emphasis placed on ensuring EOTAS children benefit from inclusive education while recognising their particular experiences and needs
Tone
ProceduralTopics
special-educational-needsalternative-educationeducation-policystudent-welfare
Key actors
Bridget Phillipson, Helen Hayes MP, Department for Education, Education Select Committee
Notable line
“It is crucial that we get support for children and young people with EOTAS packages right, given their particular experiences and needs.”
Key Quotes
“It is crucial that we get support for children and young people with EOTAS packages right, given their particular experiences and needs.”
“This consultation will seek views to ensure we meet those specific needs, and that these children and young people benefit from the inclusive education we want for all.”
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