Tag Archives: parents/families of children with SEN

We need to talk about the neurodivergent teachers in our schools with Chris Benson

Dale is joined by Chris Benson, founder of Headfirst Consulting and ND Chat, to discuss [...]

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 - [...]

Removing the fear of reading with Vicki Edgar

For many neurodivergent children, reading isn't just difficult - it's frightening. And without the right [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Young Carers: Voices That Matter with Kasia Thompson

Young carers often take on adult responsibilities, balancing school, social life, and caregiving, all while [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

How to Make an Effective Education, Health and Care Plan with Ekaterina Harrison

Despite being central to support for children with SEND, the Education, Health, and Care Plan [...]

Sensory Struggles With Eating with Dr Joanna Grace

Eating is essential for our health and well-being, yet it can become a source of [...]

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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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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).

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Navigating SEN Parenting: Tools for Thriving with Sharona Smith

Drawing on her background as a SEN teacher, Sharona sought a better way to document [...]

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 [...]

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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 [...]

How Learning Can Come To Life Through Horses with Fay Atkins, Suzi Barnett & students

In this episode, you'll discover why horses are an integral part of Fortune College's educational [...]

Parenting a Neurodivergent Child with Kate Steer

My guest this week is Kate Steer. Kate is Neurodivergent Family Coach & Education Consultant [...]

Neurodiversity – Building Connections and Building Confidence with Marlon Huggins

Gaming often gets a bad reputation, but it offers numerous benefits, especially for neurodivergent individuals.