Category Archives: Episodes
Why every school needs a SENCO on the senior leadership team with Lisa Pinkerton
Dale is joined by Lisa Pinkerton, Head of Education at Widgit Software and former primary [...]
It’s Not What It Looks Like: Screen Time and Neurodivergent Children with Dr Daniel Weisberg
When you see a child glued to a screen, it's easy to make assumptions. But [...]
Leadership in Social Impact Education with Ed Robbins
For some children and young people, the traditional school system has already failed them - [...]
Empowered: Student Self-Advocacy in Schools with Claire Cannon and Alice Phillips
When schools stop doing things *to* students and start doing things *with* them, everything changes.
Removing the fear of reading with Vicki Edgar
For many neurodivergent children, reading isn't just difficult - it's frightening. And without the right [...]
What do neurodiverse girls need to know about romance? with Kim McCabe
Neurodiverse girls are often loyal, perceptive, and generous - qualities that are real strengths, but [...]
Wellbeing, Culture and Inclusion with Cathal Lynch
Wellbeing, culture, and inclusion are more than buzzwords - but too many schools tick the [...]
Neurodiversity and Sport: Creating Safe, Inclusive Spaces Where Neurodivergent can Thrive with Liz Day
Sport has the potential to be a powerful, positive force in the lives of neurodivergent [...]
Living with Hearing Loss and Deafness with Samantha Baines
This Deaf Awareness Week, we welcome Samantha Baines to the podcast to explore what it’s [...]
*Special Episode* Who will be SEND?
This is a special episode focusing on who will actually be SEND under the new [...]
Barriers to Mental Healthcare for Autistic People with Dr Joanna Grace
Did you know that a third of autistic people experience serious mental health challenges? This [...]
Rare but Recognisable: Isla’s FOP Story with Nicky Muller
Today is Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Awareness Day, and to mark the occasion we’re sharing [...]
Supporting Young People with Long-Term Illness in Education with Josh Pelled
Bright Futures’ research estimates that around 270,000 young people (age 5–24) miss 20% or more [...]
Assessing Complex Learners with Jordan Garrett
Jordan brings a wealth of experience from specialist and mainstream settings, plus years of curriculum [...]
Understanding PANS and PANDAS: Bridging the Gap in Education and Health with Tina Coope
Tina explains how PANS and PANDAS present, why they’re often missed, and what schools can [...]
Understanding Epilepsy’s Impact on Children and Young People with Catherine Hodder
Epilepsy is one of the most common conditions affecting children and young people, yet it [...]
Supporting children with Down syndrome to reach their full potential with Sarah Holton
Sarah is a specialist advisory teacher and parent to two children, one of whom has [...]
*Special Episode* Fixing a Broken System: Response to the White Paper with Dales Pickles
A special episode of Dale's published response and reflections - not just on the White [...]
Young Carers: Voices That Matter with Kasia Thompson
Young carers often take on adult responsibilities, balancing school, social life, and caregiving, all while [...]
Working Effectively with TAs with Sara Alston
Teaching Assistants (TAs) are the unsung heroes in schools - and an incredible resource. Yet [...]
SEND in Later Education: The Facts, Laws, and Real Stories with Chris Lefcovitch
In this insightful discussion, they delve into the complexities surrounding Education, Health and Care Plans [...]
Screens, Meltdowns and Power Struggles with Dr Daniel Weisberg
Screen time is one of the most common concerns raised by parents, schools and professionals, [...]
Therapeutic Effect of Birds of Prey with Angela Norwood
Angela discusses her remarkable journey from working as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant specialising in autism [...]