Written questions

Children: Neurodiversity

2026-05-12 · Department for Education · 871 · Official question

Adam Dance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether guidance on universal screening for neurodivergence will be included in the proposed National Inclusion Standards.

Answer

The department will appoint an independent panel of experts, selected for their skills, knowledge, and professional standing, and led by health and education co-chairs, to design the National Inclusion Standards and Specialist Provision Packages.The Natio...