What is R2i?
Routes to Inclusion is an inclusive framework for the identification, assessment and intervention of children presenting with SEND, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. It aims to promote inclusion, build capacity and help to identify the children who most need targeted support.
Developed collaboratively by the Educational Psychology Service, Specialist Teaching and Support Teams, together with Nottingham City SENDCo’s, it aligns directly with the SEND Code of Practice and the Assessment – Plan-Do- Review Model (APDR).
The R2i Graduated Response is also aligned to other processes in the Local Authority such as High Level Needs (HLN) requests and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) requests.
R2i provides a structured, graduated framework that supports schools in identifying, assessing, and responding to the needs of children and young people with SEND, offering practical evidence based resources, assess tools, processes and guidance that can lead to an holistic understanding of need, together with appropriate interventions that are matched to the identified needs of children and young people.
The R2i toolkit helps schools to:
- Systematically assess needs using evidence-based tools,
- Plan and implement targeted support within ordinarily available provision,
- Review impact through structured reflection and data analysis,
· Map provision to wider LA processes such as High Level Needs (HLN) and EHCP requests.
This approach ensures that inclusive practice is not only consistent and transparent but also co-produced with families and young people, in line with Nottingham’s commitment to relational and inclusive education.
