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  • National FASD has released a major new report: The Cost of Inaction on FASD

    National FASD has released a major new report, The Cost of Inaction on FASD It explains that FASD is costing the UK billions of pounds each year. It suggests an FASD Prevention and Response Programme to help ensure people with FASD get the support they need. https://mailchi.mp/fasd.me/for-those-in-england-please-share-your-views-on-proposed-send-reforms-21577774?e=bccad5cbec

  • National FASD has today released a major new report, The Cost of Inaction on FASD

  • Engagement; Approaches to Assessment and Pedagogy

    As the new academic year begins, many teachers will be reflecting on the neurodiversity of the children in their class groups. Engagement has been widely researched as a guiding foundation educational principle in the UK and internationally. That research tells us, time and time again, that “engagement is the single best predictor for successful learning.”…

  • Joe’s Buddy Line

    Joe’s Buddy Line aim to promote and protect the mental health of young people, from Primary School to University. https://joesbuddyline.org/

  • New resources and website about Relationships and Sexuality for Students with SEND

    The RESIDE project is a collaboration between children and young people with intellectual disabilities, their families, teachers, academics, healthcare and charities which seeks to create a programme about relationships and sexuality.   The RESIDE website is now ‘live’ and can be accessed at https://resideproject.com. Website development is ongoing and content continues to be added. 

  • ‘Nip in the Bud’ – Podcasts

    https://nipinthebud.org/podcasts Episode 10: Nip in the Bud Podcast – Mental Health in Education with Prof Barry Carpenter An in depth discussion with Professor Barry Carpenter exploring pathways to supporting children with complex needs in education, the impact of unrecognised neurodiversity, and how to personalise your approach to meet the needs of every child. Listen now…

  • Positive Affirmation Cards for Children by Emotion Explorers

    New resources to encourage positive self esteem and self image in children. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1695189497

  • NEW PUBLICATION: Beyond Manifestos 

    I am delighted to share a publication I have recently contributed to. With a general election on the horizon, SSAT (The Schools, Students and Teachers Network) asked leaders in the education sector the question ‘What does education need next?’ You can view the pamphlet here: https://www.ssatuk.co.uk/beyondmanifestos/ Beyond Manifestos shares the views of numerous school leaders, leading academics…

  • SSAT’s Childrens Charter webinar series

    Children’s childhoods have been reconfigured by the pandemic. To explore this more fully SSAT are launching a free webinar series. Details are on this weblink: https://www.ssatuk.co.uk/childrens-charter/what-our-learners-need-now/ The webinars build on their recently published Children’s Charter. The attached blog was published recently to further promote and stimulate discussion around the issues and challenges currently facing Teachers,…

  • FASD Awareness Month

    May this FASD Awareness Month bring greater understanding, compassion, and support to all affected. Let’s unite in our efforts to educate, prevent, and uplift. Wishing a brighter future for every individual touched by FASD. Why dont you check out some of the websites :- EUFASD – www.eufasd.org National FASD (UK) – https://nationalfasd.org.uk/fasd-awareness-month-2023/