Evaluation of impact of DCSF investment in initiatives designed to improve teacher workforce skills in relation to SEN and disabilities : the first six months

This is the 1st Interim Report of a longitudinal study to evaluate the impact of investment by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) to improve teacher workforce skills in relation to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The evaluation started in December 2008 and this report covers work carried out over the period January – July 2009. The evaluation continues until March 2011.