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Accessibility

The SEN code of practice and a number of legislations set out steps on access to buildings which schools must follow.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /sen

Access information on the Disability Discrimination Act, The Accessibility Planning Project (APP), Reasonable Adjustments Project and the Schools Access Initiative.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /wholeschool/sen/schools/accessibility/

TeacherNet has information about the regulations governing accessibility on school premises.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /management/resourcesfinanceandbuilding/ schoolbuildings/designguidance/SENandDisa bilities/