SEND transport costs in England have surged to £2.3 billion, with councils struggling to meet rising demand. This blog explores the National Audit Office’s findings, real-life family experiences, and urgent reforms needed to make SEND school transport sustainable, inclusive, and fit for purpose. Featuring quotes from parents, council leaders, and sector experts, it highlights the human impact and policy solutions to support children with special educational needs.

The SEND White Paper is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reset a system that has failed too many for too long. It must be more than a policy refresh, it must be a bold, values-driven transformation. This is a call to act with courage, challenge outdated systems, and build a future where every child with SEND is supported to thrive. Let this be the moment we chose to be bold, to lead with purpose, and to deliver the change children and families both need and deserve.