SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
What it means
The teacher responsible for coordinating SEN provision in a UK school. Sometimes written SENCo. The role is widely used in UAE international schools, often titled 'Head of Inclusion' instead.
Term details
Category: education
Regional use: uk, uae
Last source check: July 28, 2026
Source
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