Special Educational Needs

In the latest episode of SENsational, we’re joined by Anne-Marie Harrison, Education Director from Ideas Afresh, who offers her professional insights and practical advice on supporting children and young people with a Pathological Demand Avoidant (PDA) profile.

In this episode, we welcome Mathew Bell from Team WG, who has over 13 years of experience working with children and young people. He shares insights on the importance of communication in building strong relationships with children, along with practical strategies to support them through new transitions. We also explore effective approaches for managing routines, structure, and sleep. Stay in the know with the latest WG events, advice and support and more. Subscribe now: https://share.hsforms.com/1GkOG_Qr2S-iSKb98Ox4oFg4lhzy?__hstc=125331413.4163dae6c857c6d20061cd3d70dd316b.1708079651423.1741800519633.1741900279256.644&__hssc=125331413.2.1741900279256&__hsfp=3734479208 #WitherslackGroup #Behaviour #SEN #Neurodiverity #Teenagers 

In this episode, we welcome Colette Longden, National Training Director at Blueprint Learning, for an open and honest conversation about ADHD. Together, we talk about whether more people are being diagnosed or if awareness is growing, the impact ADHD can have day-to-day, and what it’s like to receive a diagnosis as an adult. #WitherslackGroup #ADHD #Podcast #ADHDDebate #Neurodiversity  

In this episode, we welcome James Hunt, a dad and advocate from Stories About Autism, for an insightful conversation around noticing the signs and how to get a diagnosis, co-parenting neurodivergent children, and how lifestyles need to be adapted, and the importance of finding a strong support system.We support parents with our free advice and support. If you want to join our community, subscribe now.#WitherslackGroup #StoriesAboutAutism #Autism #Podcast #Neurodiversity

In this episode of SENsational, we’re joined by our Avon Park School Team, Including Kerri Louca-Weston, Head Teacher, Sarah Lane, Family Liaison Officer and Rachael Morin, Senior Occupational Therapist. Together, they explore their approach to working with families to support school transitions, the challenges children from mainstream settings often face when starting a new SEN school. Plus, the impact of sensory differences and preferences on school-related anxiety.We support parents through our free advice and support. If you want to join our community, subscribe now.#WitherslackGroup #SchoolTransitions #SchoolAnxiety #Podcast #Neurodiversity

In this episode of SENsational, we’re joined by our Clinical Services Team, Bairbre Anderson, Therapist and Callum Stein, Assistant Psychologist, who explore:  💜What emotion coaching is💜Why setting limitations and boundaries are important💜Strategies and techniques you can use to support your child We support over 65,000 parents, carers and professionals through our free advice and support. If you want to join our community, subscribe now. https://share.hsforms.com/1GkOG_Qr2S-iSKb98Ox4oFg4lhzy?__hstc=125331413.69dbd5dbab0bc8878f2c0c178f2e8ac2.1635429984652.1685958756890.1685967775413.1450&__hssc=125331413.21.1685967775413&__hsfp=1574144387 #WitherslackGroup #EmotionCoaching #Neurodiversity #SENsationalPodcast #Podcast

In this episode of SENsational, we’re joined by Jenny Graham, our Senior Partnerships Manager to explore how to find the right SEN school for your child. In this episode, you’ll  🌟 Get helpful advice on building a strong case for why a specialist setting could be the best fit for your child🌟 Learn common myths about choosing the right school🌟 Discover the reasons why a local authority might not approve your choice, and what you can do We support over 50,000 parents, carers and professionals through our free advice and support. If you want to join our community, subscribe now: https://share.hsforms.com/1GkOG_Qr2S-iSKb98Ox4oFg4lhzy?__hstc=125331413.69dbd5dbab0bc8878f2c0c178f2e8ac2.1635429984652.1685958756890.1685967775413.1450&__hssc=125331413.21.1685967775413&__hsfp=1574144387 #WitherslackGroup #SENSationalPodcast #SpecialistSchool #Neurodiversity #SEN #Education

In this episode of SENsational, we’re joined by Richard Orchard-Rowe, Chief Executive at SOS!SEN, for an insightful conversation around the SEND crisis.  Together, we:📢Unpack what the term SEND crisis really means📢Explore what truly inclusive education should look like for children and young people📢Discuss the importance of raising awareness and driving changeHe also shares helpful resources to support you and your child on your SEND journey.We support over 50,000 parents, carers and professionals through our free advice and support. If you want to join our community, subscribe now: https://share.hsforms.com/1GkOG_Qr2S-iSKb98Ox4oFg4lhzy?__hstc=125331413.69dbd5dbab0bc8878f2c0c178f2e8ac2.1635429984652.1685958756890.1685967775413.1450&__hssc=125331413.21.1685967775413&__hsfp=1574144387#WitherslackGroup #SOS!SEN #Neurodiversity #SENsationalPodcast #Podcast

In our latest episode of SENsational, we're joined by Helen Cullis, Finance Lead & Neurodiversity Network Chair and Josh Jones, Service Design & Transition Specialist, Neurodiversity Assistant Chair from Virgin Media O2. They explore the topic of neurodiversity in the workplace and discuss how their company supports neurodivergent individuals and the unique contributions these employees bring to their work environment.We support over 35,000 parents through our free advice and support. If you want to join our community, simply fill out this form to subscribe now.#WitherslackGroup #VirginMediaO2 #Neurodiversity #SENsationalPodcast #SENsational #Podcast #Careers