Preparing for Annual Reviews: Questions Every Parent Should Ask
If your child has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), their annual review is one of the most important meetings in the year. This is your chance to step […]
Advocacy Tips: How to Confidently Advocate at School Meetings for Parents of SEND Children
Navigating the school system as a parent of a child with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) can be challenging, especially when it comes to meetings with teachers, support staff, […]
Invisible Needs – Supporting Children with ‘Hidden’ SEND
In classrooms across England, thousands of children are quietly struggling. Their needs may not be obvious — they might not use mobility aids, or have a diagnosis that prompts immediate […]
Navigating the EHCP Process – A Supportive Guide for Families and Schools
Applying for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) can feel overwhelming for many families. It’s a process filled with paperwork, assessments and official decisions — and it’s not always […]
Setting Up an Inclusion Hub: Supporting All Learners Without Limits
Creating an Inclusion Hub in a school is a powerful way to support children with additional needs while maintaining high expectations and promoting independence. An effective Inclusion Hub should be […]
Supporting Children with SEND: Combining Phonics, Colourful Semantics and Other Strategies
Helping children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), such as autism and ADHD, develop their communication, comprehension and vocabulary skills is essential for their future independence. Using phonics programs […]
Understanding PDA: Why Language Matters More Than You Think
In recent years, awareness around Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) has been growing—especially in education and parenting communities. Yet many professionals and families are still left wondering: What is PDA, and […]
The Principles of Attunement: Building Stronger Connections with Children
In a world where children experience challenges in communication, emotional regulation and social interaction, attunement plays a vital role in helping them feel safe, understood and valued. Attunement is the […]
Supporting Dyslexic Learners: When Phonics Isn’t Working
For many children, phonics-based instruction is an effective way to develop reading and spelling skills. However, for some dyslexic learners, no matter how much intensive phonics intervention they receive, progress […]
Mental Health and SEND: Strategies for Supporting Emotional Wellbeing
Introduction The mental health of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is a growing concern in the UK. Research has shown that children with SEND are significantly more […]
