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Oct 4, 20232 min read
What is TACPAC and Why is it Used?
Welcome to an exploration of TACPAC, a term that might be unfamiliar to some but holds immense significance in the realm of special...
Oct 1, 20234 min read
Beyond the Classroom: Unveiling the Hidden Realities of Teacher Burnout
Teaching is a noble profession that carries immense responsibility and the promise of shaping future generations. However, behind the...
Sep 17, 20234 min read
What is Intensive Interaction?
Early engagement is incredibly important for developing communication and social skills. One approach that is widely used and recognised...
Aug 14, 20233 min read
5 Easy Back-to-School Activities You Can Use in an SEN Class
We're half-way through the summer holidays - goes quickly, doesn't it? I'm currently in the process of planning my lessons and...
Aug 9, 20238 min read
20 Audible Audiobooks Every Teacher Should Have
Embarking on a new school year brings with it a sense of anticipation and eagerness for both educators and students alike. As teachers,...
Jul 2, 20233 min read
Understanding Learning Disabilities: Empowering Individuals for a Better Future
Learning Disability Week is an important occasion that aims to raise awareness and promote understanding about learning disabilities in...
Jun 20, 20232 min read
45 Teacher and Classroom Essentials You Need for September
It is getting closer and closer to September and that means one thing for teachers...planning our classrooms for next year! Setting up a...
Jun 11, 20233 min read
Navigating the Heatwaves: Top Tips to Support Autistic Children as Temperatures Rise
As a heatwave sweeps across the United Kingdom, it's essential for parents, carers, and teachers to be aware of the unique challenges...
Jun 5, 20237 min read
How Schools Can Tackle the Influence of Andrew Tate
Safeguarding children is the most important concern for all people who work with children and young people. With the rise of social...
Jun 1, 20236 min read
How Teaching Assistants Can Effectively Manage Challenging Behaviour in School
Teaching assistants are an integral part of the education system, providing valuable support to teachers and students alike. They work...
Apr 30, 20233 min read
Multisensory Activities to Celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III
Next week, the whole world will tune in to watch the historic event (and for many, a once in a lifetime event!) - the coronation of King...
Apr 18, 20233 min read
5 Steps to Prepare Your Students For the Transition to Secondary School
Transitioning from primary to secondary school (where children are 11-16 for those of you reading outside of the UK) can be a challenging...
Apr 10, 20237 min read
Understanding Neurodiversity - A Teacher's Complete Guide
Neurodiversity is a term used to describe the variety of ways in which the brain functions. It includes differences in neurological...
Apr 4, 20233 min read
10 Multi-Sensory Easter Activities for Children with SEND
Easter is a wonderful time to engage children in fun and educational activities. For children with special educational needs and...
Mar 30, 20236 min read
The Benefits (and Challenges!) of an Early Autism Diagnosis
Early autism diagnosis is crucial in ensuring that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) receive the appropriate support and...
Mar 23, 20235 min read
Exploring the Link Between Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition in which the brain has difficulty receiving and interpreting sensory information from...
Mar 5, 20235 min read
5 Ways to Reduce Emotionally Based School Avoidance?
Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) is a term used to describe children and young people who experience genuine challenges in...
Feb 26, 20233 min read
8 Tips to Improve Maths Skills in Children with SEN
Mathematics is a fundamental subject that provides a foundation for learning many other subjects. Despite what we may think sometimes, we...
Feb 16, 20234 min read
What to Do If A Child Has a Developmental Regression
We love to see children making strides in their development, no matter what their age. I've had children say their first words at age 16...
Feb 6, 20233 min read
How to Create the Best Sensory Circuits (with ideas!)
Sensory circuits are similar in function to a gym circuit, but instead of focusing on fitness, they focus on supporting arousal. They are...
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