SENDcast Podcast
The SENDcast is a weekly podcast focusing on Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) launched by B Squared.
Keep up to date with policy changes, best practice and improve your knowledge.
With 290+ episodes and 500,000 downloads it’s proven to be a great free resource for both schools and parents.
Online CPD for Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
From the people that brought you the SENDcast podcast, we have now launched SENDcast Sessions. The same great guests, delivering CPD via online videos. You can join us for our live sessions each month or access our library of videos whenever it suits you.
Welcome to the SENDcast Podcast
The #1 podcast for Special Educational Needs and Disability
5 years ago B Squared launched a new podcast having received feedback from schools that there was little or no training and limited guidance about SEND. SENCOs and teachers were expected to have extensive knowledge of an ever-increasing range of areas and changes within SEN, but how? This is why the SENDcast was created.
The SENDcast is a free weekly podcast focusing on Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), launched by B Squared. Keep up to date with policy changes, best practices and improve your knowledge. The SENDcast is a multi-award-winning podcast featuring SEND experts as guest speakers who share their advice and expertise each week. With over 290 episodes and 500,000 downloads, the SENDcast has proven to be a great resource for both schools and parents.
Accessible and informative, it is a go-to platform for staying up to date and gaining insights into the ever-evolving world of SEND.
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Assessing Complex Learners with Jordan Garrett
Jordan brings a wealth of experience from specialist and mainstream settings, plus years of curriculum [...]
09
Apr
Apr
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 [...]
02
Apr
Apr
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 [...]
26
Mar
Mar
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 [...]
19
Mar
Mar
*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 [...]
17
Mar
Mar
Young Carers: Voices That Matter with Kasia Thompson
Young carers often take on adult responsibilities, balancing school, social life, and caregiving, all while [...]
12
Mar
Mar
Working Effectively with TAs with Sara Alston
Teaching Assistants (TAs) are the unsung heroes in schools - and an incredible resource. Yet [...]
05
Mar
Mar
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 [...]
19
Feb
Feb
Screens, Meltdowns and Power Struggles with Dr Daniel Weisberg
Screen time is one of the most common concerns raised by parents, schools and professionals, [...]
12
Feb
Feb
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 [...]
05
Feb
Feb
Are you a Sensory Elephant or Mouse? with Ali Neal
Ali discusses how sensory processing impacts daily life, particularly for children and individuals in educational [...]
29
Jan
Jan
Supporting Neurodiverse Girls Through Puberty and the Transition to Secondary School with Kim McCabe
Puberty can be a challenging time, but for neurodiverse girls, it can feel like navigating [...]
22
Jan
Jan
Charting a Neuroinclusive Future: Why Systemic Change Starts with Education with Liz Day, Victoria Bagnall, Pete Jarrett and Fintan O’Regan
Featuring Liz Day, Victoria Bagnall, Dr Helen Ross, Fintan O'Regan, and Pete Jarrett the panel [...]
15
Jan
Jan
Navigating Ofsted’s New Framework: What You Need to Know for SEND with Adam Sproston
With the launch of the new Ofsted framework at the end of last year, you [...]
08
Jan
Jan
From Classroom to Career: The Power of Supported Internships with Kirsty Matthews
Kirsty sheds light on the challenges faced by young people with learning disabilities in the [...]
01
Jan
Jan
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About the host
Dale Pickles is the host of the #1 podcast for Special Educational Needs – the SENDcast. Dale is also the Managing Director of B Squared, working with schools all over the UK to help deliver best practice, reduce teacher workload and help schools move forward with assessment.
Dale has spoken at various conferences including the Autism Show and Tes SEND Show. Dale’s wife is a special needs teacher, he has two daughters and has also received a recent diagnosis of Autism and ADHD.
Get in touchMulti-Award-Winning Podcast
The SENDcast team are extremely proud to have been recognised in the below awards…
Education Resource Awards 2025 finalist!
The SENDcast are delighted to have been shortlisted in the ‘Special Education Resource’ category.
Bett Awards 2025 finalist!
The SENDcast are delighted to have been shortlisted in the ‘Free Digital Content’ category.
nasen Award winner 2024!
The SENDcast are proud to have won the ‘Resource for SEND’ category.
4 Reasons to listen to the SENDcast
The SENDcast podcast is a great way for schools and parents to access expert advice across a range of areas of special educational needs and disability (SEND).
Expert Insights
Gain valuable knowledge from experienced guests, who share practical strategies and therapeutic approaches for understanding and supporting children and young people with SEND.
Listen Anytime, Anywhere
A free resource that is accessible to all! Listen anywhere, anytime on our website or podcast platforms; Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc. Gain expert advice whilst cleaning the house or walking the dog!
Real-life Applications
Each episode is filled with relatable examples and case studies that illustrate key concepts, making it easier to apply what you learn in real-world situations.
Supportive Community
Join a community of like-minded individuals – parents, educators and professionals – who are committed to enhancing their understanding of SEND.
Easy listening!
“It’s easy listening, totally relevant to my role, informative and it’s free. I came home today feeling completely overwhelmed – this helped me to feel that I’m not alone.”
Making such a difference!
“I truly believe you saved my daughter’s life as at her lowest point I thought she may be thinking of doing something terrible. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for giving me a voice and making such a difference to our lives.”
New found energy!
The calm, friendly tone of Dale and guests. The free access to SEND expert knowledge and free CPD for busy working parents like myself. I listen on walks/doing the cooking/housework and often end an episode with a new found energy to help the learners in my care.”
The SENDcast is powered by B Squared
We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals – which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.
Introducing SENDcast Sessions
SENDcast Sessions are a new way for schools to access high quality CPD from SEND experts brought to you by the SENDcast. It’s the same great guests featured on our weekly podcast, delivering focused 1-hour online training sessions on a wide range of SEND topics.
SENDcast Sessions provide schools with in depth content that can be accessed forever. Build a library of online CPD that your school can continue to use in the future – choose from over 150 training sessions!
get actionable expert tips
SEND experts share knowledge and actionable tips for teachers at classroom level
easy unlimited access
You can watch and rewatch the training video as often as you like for as long as you like
share across your school
One purchase gives your whole school unlimited access to the training video