What Support Is Available For Children With Special Educational Needs in Schools?
Having a good, solid understanding of what help is available to you, to your child and what support will be available in school, will ensure
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20 Sensory-Friendly Summer Activities to Boost Your Child's Development
The summer holidays are here, and it's the perfect time to engage in some fun activities with your children while also boosting their develo
Effective Strategies to Support Students with PICA
PICA, a condition where individuals eat non-food items, can present unique challenges in educational and caregiving settings.
5 Things Everyone Should Know About Neurodiversity
It's Neurodiversity Celebration Week and when we think of neurodiversity, it should be just that - a celebration of all things diverse!...
Autism and ADHD: How They Are Linked
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the overlap between Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and...
Special Education in Crisis: Where Can They Go?
Special school leaders are being forced to cram vulnerable pupils into converted therapy spaces and staffrooms as surging demand and...
What is Intensive Interaction?
Early engagement is incredibly important for developing communication and social skills. One approach that is widely used and recognised...
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...
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...
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...
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...
5 Ways to Improve Your Communication with Autistic Children
Being able to effectively communicate with a child, whether you are a parent, carer or educator, is key. Being able to communicate...
8 Steps to Help Autistic Children Recognise Emotions and Expressions
Recognising facial expressions of emotions is critical for creating connections and social interaction in early life. Recognising...
The Benefits of Special Interests in Autism
Only recently have researchers and professionals truly began to understand the power of neurodiverse Special Interests that often emerge...
The Right Way to Use Visual Timetables
Anyone who has ever worked in a specialist setting or with children with special educational needs will have undoubtedly used a visual...
9 Things You Need to Know About Autism
Autism is becoming more and more talked about today (and rightly so!). Between 1 in 50 and 1 in 100 people are diagnosed as autistic but...
9 Ways to Create an Inclusive Festive Classroom
The holiday season is upon us and whilst it is a very exciting time, for many children with additional needs, it can be quite...
How to Motivate a Child When They Really Don't Want to do Anything
Ever had children just flat our refuse to engage in anything you ask them to? Even when you know they enjoy doing it? Sometimes it can be...
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