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 260+ episodes and 460,000 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 260 episodes and 460,000 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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Adaptive Teaching Through 5 Phases of the Lesson with Sara Alston
In this insightful episode, Sara breaks down the five phases of a lesson and discusses [...]
27
Nov
Nov
Sensory Processing – Exactly How Does It Impact On Daily Life? with Ali Neal
Ali discusses how sensory processing impacts daily life, particularly for children and individuals in educational [...]
20
Nov
Nov
Breaking the Cycle: How Informed Parents Can Change the SEND System with Samantha Ryan
Navigating the SEND system can be overwhelming, and many parents find themselves without essential information [...]
13
Nov
Nov
Introducing ITV’s Play Time – the groundbreaking new TV show championing SEND children with Céin McGillicuddy and Andy Kinnear
Céin and Andy share their behind-the-scenes experience of creating Play Time, their inspiration for the [...]
09
Nov
Nov
Exploring Neuro-Dramatic-Play with Dr Sue Jennings
In this week’s episode, Dr Sue Jennings, a leading expert in neuro-dramatic-play and drama therapy, [...]
06
Nov
Nov
Specialist Online Provision for Neurodivergent Learners with Cathy Wassell
Cathy, a neurodivergent advocate and mother to neurodivergent young adults, shares her journey and insights [...]
30
Oct
Oct
The Experiences of Girls in School with Diagnosed/Undiagnosed ADHD with Louise Belshaw
Louise emphasises the need for greater awareness and tailored support for girls, especially during secondary [...]
23
Oct
Oct
The Reality of OCD: Creating safe spaces for SEND students with Shaun Flores
Shaun sheds light on the often-misunderstood condition of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
16
Oct
Oct
Navigating SEN Parenting: Tools for Thriving with Sharona Smith
Drawing on her background as a SEN teacher, Sharona sought a better way to document [...]
09
Oct
Oct
From Anxiety to Attendance: Rethinking SEMH Support with Helen Bray
Helen highlights strategies schools can implement to create a supportive environment for students facing SEMH [...]
02
Oct
Oct
Developing Distributive Leadership in Secondary Schools to Improve Inclusion with Eleanor Sams
An Assistant Headteacher and SENDCO at the Marvel College in Hull, Eleanor tells us about [...]
25
Sep
Sep
Supporting the Transition from Primary to Secondary School for SEN Children with Kirsty Greenwood
A recent report revealed that 1 in 4 children disengage during the transition to secondary [...]
18
Sep
Sep
Emotional Based School Avoidance: How Can Schools Help Autistic Pupils? with Dr Sue Sheppard
In this enlightening episode, we delve into the important topic of Emotion-Based School Avoidance (EBSA) [...]
11
Sep
Sep
Supporting ND Learners in Secondary School Settings and Further Education with Susana Gonzalez
Susana emphasises the importance of neurodiversity training, flexibility in secondary school processes (including behaviour policies), [...]
04
Sep
Sep
Cracking the Code – Early Print Concepts and Literacy Readiness with Dr Sarah Moseley & Ginny Bootman
The third in a four-part series on literacy success. This discussion focuses on looking at [...]
28
Aug
Aug
Where Safeguarding and SEND Meet with Sara Alston
Neglect, abuse and exploitation are challenging subjects, however safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. When it comes [...]
21
Aug
Aug
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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