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Each category is judged by our judging panel of hand-picked professionals who all have a wealth of experience working across the educational industry.

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Between 2010 and 2024, André held the position of DfE SEN and Disability Professional Adviser. He provided professional advice to ministers and DfE policy leads across the department on all matters relating to identification, support, and improving outcomes for children and young people with SEN and disability. He worked closely with local authorities, parent carer groups, voluntary sector, health, and schools and colleges to achieve policy goals. In 2022, he was awarded an OBE for services to children and young people. Prior to this position, André held a range of SEND leadership and professional posts in the National Strategies and local government, and has been an educational psychologist and a primary and secondary school teacher. André is now working on a number of individual SEND projects, and is the independent chair of a local authority SEND Partnership Board.

Andre Imich - nasen awards judge

André Imich

André Skepple is a leading EdTech and HealthTech innovator dedicated to enhancing opportunities for neurodivergent learners using advanced technology. With a background in bioscience and a shift to tech entrepreneurship, he developed the first Agentic AI support intelligence platform through his company FullSpektrum®. This platform personalizes educational, health, and social care plans, addressing challenges faced by institutions and healthcare providers, particularly for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. Under André's leadership, FullSpektrum® secured innovation grants and partnerships with Innovate UK, local authorities, and the NHS, aiming to revolutionize support frameworks across Europe.

Andre Skepple Judge

André Skepple

J Grange is an entrepreneur, internationally recognised public speaker and neurodiversity advocate. J has both ADHD and Dyspraxia. He has collaborated with companies such as United Nations, McCains, Trustpilot and Metro Bank and has featured on Channel 5, BBC News and France Televisions. He has also been an ambassador for organisations like Princes Trust and UK Youth. J has spoken for the United Nations and UNESCO, and at the Bournemouth International Centre to over 1,000 people. In June 2022, J featured on 300+ digital billboards across the UK to celebrate being neurodivergent. He released "We Will Rise" with the London Community Gospel Choir as the anthem for the Neurodiversity Umbrella Project.

J Grange Judge

J Grange

Malcolm Reeve is an independent SEND consultant and National SEND Leader with Whole School SEND. Malcolm was designated a National Leader of Education in 2012 and is a Member of the National SEND Forum. He was formerly Chief Executive of Columbus School and College and Executive Director for SEND & Inclusion at Academies Enterprise Trust (AET). He is Patron of the Centre Algarve holiday centre for people with special needs.

Malcolm Reeve Judge

Malcolm Reeve

Myles has been a special schools teacher for 28 years, an ICT SEN Advisor for 10 years and currently runs his own business as an Assistive Technologist working in the education and workplace sector. He is council member of the British Assistive Technology Association. He is also an AT training for Neurobox and an SEN ICT Consultant to Tablet Academy and Wyvern Business Systems. Myles is also an International Speaker for the ABLE Summit for the American University of Beirut and  A11y Accessibility Camp in North Idaho. He is also the co-writer for the nasen mini-guide on Assistive Technology and the producer of “The Power of Assistive Technology” film series commissioned by the British Assistive Technology Association. Myles is proud to be a nasen judge and sees it as one of the highlights of the year.

Myles Piling Judge

Myles Pilling

Dr Sandeep Bodhanker is the Director of Learning at a school in Birmingham, where he serves as the strategic lead for Primary Education, overseeing the curriculum and Quality Assurance for Teaching and Learning. An Ofsted-trained professional, he ensures the highest standards in education while supporting the development of the school's middle and subject leaders. Furthermore, he mentors Early Career Teachers, guiding them through the early stages of their professional journey and helping them to refine effective teaching practices. Previously, Dr Bodhanker completed four solo world tours, using art, meditation, and yoga to promote peace. He has lectured and conducted demonstrations at 32 universities across the globe and has been awarded five honorary doctorates, in addition to his PhD in Dance Therapy. His research offers unique insights into the connections between spiritual, physical, and mental wellbeing. As a Cultural Ambassador and member of UNESCO’s International Dance Council, Dr Bodhanker collaborated with 35 cultural ministries to foster partnerships between nations through the arts. He continues to prioritise cultural capital in under-resourced communities, inspiring a passion for learning, promoting cultural understanding, and supporting holistic development.

Sandeep Bodhanker Judge

Dr Sandeep Bodhanker

National Lead for Children & Families, Head of Family Services Seashell Trust, Co-Chair Parents & Carers Together Stockport. Sherann was previously NNPCF Co-Chair & NW rep significantly involved in the Children and Families Act 2014 and relevant legislation. Sherann is a Keynote speaker, trainer and consultant in co-production and family support.  As a parent carer herself to 3 children with disabilities she has many years expertise by experience as well as working with Families for nearly 30 years. Sherann is a strong national advocate of ensuring families are at the heart of all services and legislation. Constantly role modelling and championing coproduction of children, young people and parent carers in the design, development, review, and delivery of service

Sherann Hillman Judge

Sherann Hillman MBE

Tristan is Senior Lecturer in Inclusive Education at the University of Gloucestershire and Academic Course Leader of the MA Education. He is Editor of the International Journal of Nurture in Education and reviewer for Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties Journal, British Educational Research Journal, Educational Futures Journal, Journal of Research in SEN, and the British Journal of Special Education. He is Chair of Directors of Leading Learning for SEND Community Interest Company (LLSENDCiC). He is author of a number of academic journal articles, book chapters and books, in the field of SEND, resilience and inclusion. He co-authored the SENCo Induction Pack and the NASEN Inclusion mini-guide. He is currently writing for and editing a new publication in the Nasen Spotlight/ Routledge series, "The SEN Practitioner: Status, skills and support", to be published in early 2026.

Tristan Middleton Judge

Tristan Middleton

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