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Advocate, Solicitor, Barrister – what’s the difference?
The Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has said the SEND system has been neglected to the point of crisis. She’s laid out plans to address this by boosting inclusion in mainstream schools but is it enough and will it work?
What’s the answer to the SEND crisis?
The Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has said the SEND system has been neglected to the point of crisis. She’s laid out plans to address this by boosting inclusion in mainstream schools but is it enough and will it work?
On The Double Rainbow – Ausome Charlie
Intersectional Diversity: The ‘Double Rainbow’ of Autism and LGBTQIA+ Charlie Hart, also known as ‘Ausome Charlie’ (she/they), is a popular keynote speaker, an experienced Human Resources Analyst, and an influential neurodiversity advocate. Charlie is multiple neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, Complex PTSD), bisexual/pansexual, and gender non-conforming. The ‘double rainbow’ Studies show that autistic people are far more […]
Managing Different Needs Within the Family
The task of meeting the needs of your entire family is demanding enough without mixed needs to consider; how do we manage different needs within a family effectively? In this post, we’ll be sharing some valuable insight from families whose children have mixed needs, as well as signposting you to our own resources in order […]
Supporting & Understanding Dyscalculia
Dyscalculia – a condition that we feel hasn’t has enough attention for too long! For those of us who’ve actually heard of it, many of us still don’t fully understand it! To dispel myths and help to empower our community (and beyond) with knowledge, we’ve put together this brief resource on supporting and understanding Dyscalculia, […]
What is Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)?
If you’re a parent or professional in the world of SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities), you may have come across the term ‘Pathological Demand Avoidance’, often abbreviated as ‘PDA’. What is Pathological Demand Avoidance and why are we really only just starting to hear more about it? A long unrecognised and poorly understood presentation, […]
EOTAS – 5 Things you need to know
Education other than at school (EOTAS) can be a fantastic option for anyone who cannot access suitable education. Sometimes it’s also the only option left. There can be many positive outcomes to EOTAS but sometimes it just does not work out and leaves parents stuck and without support. So, after speaking to experts on the […]
Understanding and Managing Exam-Based Anxiety: A Guide for Parents and Educators
As we approach the exam season, it’s crucial to remember that for many children and young people, this period can bring about heightened levels of anxiety and stress. I’m here to shed light on this issue and offer insights and strategies to help pre-empt and manage exam-based anxiety effectively.
Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders
As a parent it can be heart-breaking to watch your child struggle with their food. Whether this is seen as ‘picky eating’ or something else, it’s hard to understand when it’s an actual problem and how we go about helping them.
We’ve all heard the terms “disordered eating” and “eating disorders”, but are they really the same? Let’s clear this up…
