The DfE's new Inclusion Bases guidance sets out an ambitious vision for more inclusive mainstream education. But can schools deliver it without sufficient funding, specialist expertise and SEND capacity? I explore the opportunities, challenges and leadership implications for schools and trusts.

With speculation growing about a potential Andy Burnham premiership, what could this mean for schools and the government's education reforms? This article explores the possible implications for the White Paper, SEND, academies, devolution and the key ministerial appointments school leaders should watch.