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Learning Disability Week in the Classroom

15th-21st is Learning Disability Week! And the theme for 2026 is ‘Do you see me?’ which is all about being...

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Deaf Awareness Week – What can you do in the classroom?

Did you know that over 18 million people (approximately 1 in 3 adults) in the UK alone are deaf or...

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The importance of ongoing training for SEND teachers

Why continuous development matters  Providing ongoing training for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) teachers is essential to ensuring that...

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Supporting dyslexia in schools: 10 teaching strategies

As a teacher, aiding the growth of dyslexic learning is a great opportunity to help improve the attainment of one...

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The core qualities every SEN teaching assistant needs in education

Supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) requires more than just a passion for helping others – it demands a...

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What is SEN allowance for teachers?

Teachers are dedicated to providing quality education for all students, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). One important aspect...

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5 useful questions to ask in an SEN interview

When it comes to hiring for SEN (Special Educational Needs) roles, asking the right questions is crucial to finding the...

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What makes a good SENCO?

In every UK school, there’s a qualified teacher known as a SENCO (A Special Educational Needs Coordinator) who ensures children...

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5 ways to address SEND staff shortages

The shortage of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) staff has become a critical challenge for schools across the UK....

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How to support a child with a hearing impairment in school

Going through school with a hearing impairment or deafness can be a frustrating, isolating and ultimately unproductive experience for a...

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Importance of SEND inclusion in mainstream schools

Importance of SEND inclusion in mainstream schools

With reports of SEND pupils being increasingly “pushed out” of mainstream schools and into special schools, we wanted to highlight...

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Do I need a qualification to work in a SEND school as a teaching assistant?

What is SEND? SEND stands for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. SEND can affect a student’s ability to work at...

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4 areas of SEND: Sensory

Sensory & Physical Needs When a child is born, we expect them to grow up to be able to move...

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How to support a child with ADHD in the classroom

What is ADHD? ADHD stands for ‘attention deficit hyperactivity disorder’, and it is a condition that affects people’s behaviour. People...

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4 areas of SEND: Communication and Interaction

This is the first in a series of guest blogs about the 4 areas of SEND. This article was produced...

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How To Teach Auditory Learners

An individual’s learning style is their naturally favoured way of taking on and retaining information. People don’t have a choice...

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What Are The 4 Broad Areas of Need In SEND?

All our SEND schools provide person-centred education to children and young people who have Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)....

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How Do I Get Into Working with Special Needs Children?

If you have an aspiration to work with children with special needs, then there’s likely to be a role for...

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Closing The Attainment Gap In SEND Education

The attainment gap in both SEND and mainstream education between economically disadvantaged children and their peers is an education-wide issue...

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How To Become A Special Needs Teacher | Engage Education

How To Become A Special Needs Teacher | Engage Education

Why are SEN teachers so important? A SEN teacher plays a vital role in a school. They enable pupils who...

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What does SEN stand for?

What does SEN stand for?

Special Education Needs (SEN) is a legal term to define the needs of a child who has a difficulty or...

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SEND Jargon Buster: Your Guide to SEND Terms & Acronyms

SEND Jargon Buster: Your Guide to SEND Terms & Acronyms

Teaching within SEND has numerous requirements for pupils with varied needs and disabilities. As such, the SEND sector has an...

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My SEND Career: SEND Teaching Assistant

My SEND Career: SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND teaching assistants (TAs) and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) help to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. SEND...

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My SEND Career: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

My SEND Career: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

CAMHS stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, which is a multidisciplinary approach to the mental health of young...

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The SEND Code of Practice: A Summary

The SEND Code of Practice: A Summary

What is the SEND Code of Practice? The SEND Code of Practice is the official guide for teachers who work...

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How can Special Education be more rewarding?

How can Special Education be more rewarding?

How can Special Education be more rewarding? Teaching Special Education has become more and more popular in recent years, teachers...

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How easy is it to transition from mainstream to SEN?

How easy is it to transition from mainstream to SEN?

Transitioning from mainstream to SEN There’s an increasing number of teachers moving from mainstream teaching to special education. This is...

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