Social stories can be miniature manuals for children and young people. Presented through the art of storytelling, you can use them to teach about behavioral norms, routines and expectations in an engaging and relatable way. Do you have pupils who struggle with new experiences, or transitioning between places and activities? Who find social situations difficult, […]

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This session focuses on the principles of effective communication, which can be used to guide interventions and support interactions. Communication can be a significant barrier for pupils with SEND. It can prevent them from learning, from having a voice, and from forming positive and meaningful relationships with others. ● Why is it important how I […]

Come and learn about adaptive teaching and how it can support pupils with SEND in their learning in class. What is adaptive teaching? What does it look like? What’s happened to differentiation? How does this link with the EEF’s research and 5 a day recommendation? Outcomes: Develop your understanding of high-quality inclusive teaching and the […]

This professional development compiles of two half day courses. Book onto one or both of the courses in this series. Suitable for Teachers, Headteachers and TAs (KS1). The second course will focus on knowing the standard in Y1 and Y2. In 2024 there will be no statutory testing or moderation of KS1. What will assessment […]

A full-day professional development focus with inspiring keynote speakers and workshops that encompass national developments and current thinking around English. Suitable for Teachers, Headteachers and TA's. Schools are welcome to book for the whole day or attend either am / pm sessions The aim of this conference is for delegates to have: Been motivated and […]

A full-day professional development focus with inspiring keynote speakers and workshops that encompass national developments and current thinking around English. Suitable for Teachers, Headteachers and TA's. Schools are welcome to book for the whole day or attend either am / pm sessions The aim of this conference is for delegates to have: Been motivated and […]

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For SENCOs wanting to prepare for a visit from Ofsted and review their SEND provision in light of the Ofsted framework. Outcomes: To gain a deeper understanding of the Education Inspection Framework, particularly in relation to SEND To consider the implications of this for collective responsibility of SEND To know what is useful for you […]

Develop your knowledge of literacy skills from nursery to reception, ensure that it links to your curriculum and child development. Discuss and share ideas for matching your continuous and enhanced literacy provision to support higher outcomes for your pupils. Sarah Obinna has 22 years experience of working in early Years with a passion for inclusion and […]

This session will give you the opportunity to explore how to develop writing within your setting. How can we support our children to be the most successful writers they can be? Becoming a writer is complex and this online training session will focus on the whole process of writing from the physical elements to the […]

This session focuses on the principles of effective assessment, and how to respond to assessment outcomes. What do your pupils with SEND need to learn? Where are the gaps that are holding them back? Do some pupils leave you feeling stumped? This session focuses on the principles of effective assessment, and how to respond to […]