Resources
Our team of education specialists have put together a bank of information, support and resources. This provides you easy access to the most up-to-date knowledge and support which is rooted in research and evidence-informed best practice.
Please note: Our resources reflect the terminology and accepted language of the moment in time at which they were produced, and sometimes, although content remains relevant and valid, as our knowledge and understanding grows, some of the terms may not be what we would now choose to use.
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Latest Resources
Early Years Case Study: Supporting a Child with Cognition and Learning Needs (MLD), Social Emotional and Mental Health and Physical Needs
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- 23 Oct 2023
Free
In this case study we hear from Kath Dickinson, a Manager at SEND to Learn Nursery in Blyth, Northumberland. Kath describes how she has worked to support a 4-year old child in her setting who has Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Social, Emotional and
SEND report to governors template
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- 16 Oct 2023
Free
An editable document that will help you to structure your annual report to the governing board or trustees.
The Engagement Model
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- 15 Oct 2023
Free
The resource can be used as a reference sheet for the purposes and uses of the statutory Engagement Model from September 2021. Benefits of using this resource it will provide an overview of the Engagement Model
The Power of Different
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- 14 Oct 2023
Free
This moving article looks first hand at what its like to live with Dyslexia and how modern day technologies can open lots of opportunities, especially for those who may think differently.
'Teaching Play': helping children with autism learn to play
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- 10 Oct 2023
Free
Kay Smith, an Area Senco, shares her experience of helping children with autism learn how to play. This article originally appeared in 'Special' in March 2016
Using pupil pen portraits for staff SEND CPD
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- 09 Oct 2023
Free
A practical resource that will provide you with CPD, questions and discussions to deliver to staff members to use pupil pen portraits.
Supporting SEN - The Learning Environment
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- 07 Oct 2023
Free
This resource is suitable for all Teaching Staff and can be used to give ideas about ways the learning environment can be used to support all learners. By using this resource, a variety of ideas will be gained for awareness of the importance of considerin
Supporting SEN - Universal Provision
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- 07 Oct 2023
Free
This resource is an informative document suitable for all teaching staff which can be used to offer information and guidance to teaching staff. Benefits of using this resource to increase knowledge and understanding of the concept of Universal Provision i
Supporting SEN- Vocabulary
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- 07 Oct 2023
Free
This resource can be used by all teaching staff to give ideas about ways to extend vocabulary to support all learners
Supporting SEND-Observing Learners
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- 06 Oct 2023
Free
This supportive guidance resource will support education professionals in using a variety of observation techniques when observing learnings of all ages. By using this resource you will gain a wider knowledge of a range of observ
The journey to establishing a powerful teaching assistant network - a model for change
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- 05 Oct 2023
Free
These slides were presented by Abi Joachim at nasen Live 2021.
SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan: What SENCOs need to know
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- 02 Oct 2023
Free
To support SENCOs, we have extracted the key changes from the DfE’s SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan which are most relevant.
SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan: What post 16 leaders need to know
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- 02 Oct 2023
Free
To support post-16 leaders and other professionals, we have extracted the key changes from the DfE’s SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan which are most relevant.
SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan: What specialist school leaders and teachers need to know
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- 02 Oct 2023
Free
To support special school leaders and teachers, we have extracted the key changes from the DfE’s SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan which are most relevant.
National Award for SEN Co-ordination SENCO Research Posters
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- 01 Oct 2023
Free
We have included examples from the ‘nasen live 2021’ display of the small-scale action research projects carried out by SENCOs and aspiring SENCOs for their National Award for SEN Co-ordination coursework.
Routes to becoming a Teacher of Learners with SEND
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- 01 Oct 2023
Free
There can be very few careers more rewarding than being a teacher. The opportunity to work with children and support them on their education journey is a privilege.
Supporting pupil wellbeing during lockdown
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- 01 Oct 2023
Free
Julie Wharton, Senior Lecturer at the University of Winchester shares stories of how SENCOs and their settings supported the emotional well-being of pupils during lockdown
What is dyspraxia?
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- 01 Oct 2023
Free
A useful resources to help educators understand dyspraxia and what can be done to support children and young people with dyspraxia
Provision Management Intervention Record: inclusive practice
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- 01 Oct 2023
Free
Whenever an intervention is being delivered it is important that its delivery and effectiveness are monitored and evaluated. This template has been designed to help you do this.
What is DME?
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- 01 Oct 2023
Free
This information document summarises some key ideas related to Dual and Multiple Exceptionality. This summary guide will assist teachers and leaders to understand how DME is identified and how it may affect learning.