Supporting SEN Learners
To support you and your learners, this support pack is filled with resources designed to empower, engage, and assist neurodiverse children and young people.
Inclusivity in your classroom
Inclusive practices create classrooms where every pupil can thrive. Whether you’re working in a mainstream or SEN school, helping your pupils feel safe, supported and valued makes a real impact on teaching and learning.
Working with experts, we've penned down practical advice and ideas to enable you to make inclusivity part of everyday life in your classroom.
What Is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity celebrates the natural variations in how individuals think, learn, and process information. They have unique skills and qualities associated with their neurocognitive profiles and it is important that these are understood, and that people are given the opportunity and support if needed to realise these qualities and achieve their potential.
Whether you're just getting started or simply need a refresher, staying up to date with what neurodiversity really means is key to creating a supportive environment where every young person can feel safe and supported.
Exploring the topic further, Colin Foley, Training Director from The ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity, explains neurodiversity as a celebration of natural differences in thinking and learning.
Supporting school anxiety
The school environment should always be a safe space where children and young people can learn, develop and thrive. However, for some it presents unique challenges in the form of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).
In this section, we explore school anxiety further including steps you can take to address barriers and communication strategies combined with actionable approaches to support pupils and their families, creating a positive and inclusive environment that encourages growth.
Therapeutic approaches for the classroom
A therapeutic approach in the classroom focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports both emotional and academic development. Through trauma-informed practices, mindfulness, and tailored support, you can help your pupils regulate their emotions and build resilience, enabling them to thrive in their learning journey.
Communication Strategies In The Classroom
Occupational Therapy In School
Dyspraxia Support In The Classroom
Movement Breaks For The Whole Class
Positive behaviour in school
All behaviour is communication. Our role is to understand what children are trying to tell us through their actions. It’s essential that teachers are aware of each child's vulnerabilities, history and needs. You can create opportunity for deeper understanding, increased empathy, and more effective interventions.
Behavioural plan
Download our Dysregulated Behaviour Support Plan, which enables you to make clear actionable plans to track your learners progress and support colleagues further to improve communication and expectations.
Addressing Behaviours Of Concern In Your School
PBS Strategies In The Classroom
Visual timetable
Download our visual timetable that enables learners to understand and follow their daily routine. These visual prompts bring structure to their day, helping to build confidence and independence.
Check-in cards
Download our visual check-in cards to give your pupils an opportunity to communicate how they’re feeling throughout the day.
Working with families
Open, ongoing communication and meaningful opportunities for parental involvement help to build a sense of trust and belonging throughout the school. This shared dedication between home and school plays a vital role in nurturing pupils’ emotional and social well-being. It also empowers children with the confidence and encouragement they need to thrive both academically and personally
In this video, Colette Longden, National Training Officer from the ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity, explores this further with practical tips.
SEN Jargon Buster
We know that all the terms and jargon around SEN can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created this handy guide to help make things a little clearer and easier to understand.
Laws and legislations
Navigating the world of SEN can feel overwhelming, especially legislation. With our experts, we're put together helpful articles to break down the key themes you need to know.
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