Discover how reflective practice is key to developing emotional regulation and resilience in children facing emotional and behavioural challenges in educational settings.
Harnessing Executive Function to Boost Classroom Performance for ADHD Students
This article presents key strategies to bolster executive function in ADHD students, aiding them in overcoming challenges with organization, planning, and task management for classroom success.
SENsible Magazine Dec 23 – Final Choice Time!
The designers’ showdown has reached its thrilling conclusion, and it’s your turn to cast your vote for the one who will continue collaborating with us. Don’t miss the latest issue of SENsible Magazine and make your choice now!
Riding the Wave of SEMH: The Impact and Implications of Rising Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs in Schools part 2
Explore the methods and importance of early identification in social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) interventions for students. Learn about screening tools, observation, and the collaborative role of teachers, parents, and professionals in supporting students’ well-being.
Executive Functioning and SEN: Navigating Challenges and Solutions
Learn how to tackle executive functioning challenges in students with special educational needs (SEN), including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Discover tailored interventions and accommodations to support their learning needs.
Hosting Drop-In Sessions: Why and How?
Explore the importance of hosting regular SEND drop-in sessions, fostering open communication, building trust, and engaging parents, pupils, and staff in the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) process. Learn how to plan and execute these sessions effectively and address challenges that may arise.
The Role of SENCO in Reading/Spelling Age Updates
Explore the vital role of SENCOs in updating reading and spelling ages for SEN students. Learn how this data serves as a diagnostic tool, influences interventions, and informs curriculum planning. Discover the importance of collaboration and technology in the process.
Participating in Awareness Weeks: A Guide
Explore the significance of Awareness Weeks for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and how schools can participate. Learn about breaking stereotypes, providing education, building empathy, and celebrating diversity. Get tips on planning and involving various stakeholders.
Diversity and Inclusion for SENCOs: Strategies for Promoting Equity
Learn about different strategies and approaches for promoting diversity and inclusion as a SENCO, including cultural competence, sensitivity, and creating a positive school culture.
Behaviour Interventions for SENCOs: Managing Behaviours
Learn about different behaviour interventions that SENCOs can use to manage challenging behaviours in the classroom, including positive behaviour support and functional behaviour assessments
SENCO Assessment: Techniques for Supporting SEND
Are you a UK SENCO looking for effective assessment tools and techniques? Discover our informal guide to SENCO assessment and learn how to support students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Pupils with SEN – Teaching Assistants, pay scales, terms and salary
We are in a dire position. Increasing number of EHCPs dictating 1:1 for significant hours and vast time out of lesson for intervention, LA response is ‘write a costed plan’…this does not solve the problem…we CANNOT recruit.
Calming Cat – TTS – Review – Polyvagal Theory
The cards are simple to understand and provide the Calming Cat Coach with the language, theory and practice they need in order for Calming Cat to extend beyond its initial appearance as a cuddly toy. Polyvagal theory has been used to underpin the development of the activities.