Sponsors

Sponsored by Nursery World

The Award for Early Years (including all through schools) recognises a setting that has effectively promoted inclusion by providing exceptional provision and practice to recognise and champion children with SEND aged 5 years and under.

Sponsored by IDL

IDL is an award-winning provider of specialist multi-sensory software to primary and secondary schools in the UK and around the world. Their software is proven to support thousands of pupils to improve their reading, spelling, and maths, particularly those with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and special educational needs. Last year, IDL won NASEN’s Innovation Award for Technology and has since launched specialist screening products which are free of charge to all schools. As part of the Ascentis educational charity, their mission is to enable learners to realise their full potential and achieve their lifelong aspirations.

Sponsored by Seashell Trust

The Award for Co-production with Families recognises a setting which demonstrates effective use of person-centred working with children, young people and their families.

Sponsored by National Education Union

The National Education Union is committed to making the education sector a great place to work and a great place to learn. With 450,000 members we represent the majority of teachers and education professionals in the UK. NEU is one of the strongest and fastest growing education unions in the UK working to achieve change, both in working conditions and in education. Our members are at the heart of the union movement shaping the future of education for the benefit of teachers, support staff, leaders and pupils.

Sponsored by Axcis Education

Axcis is the foremost supplier of SEND staff to mainstream and specialist schools in England and Wales. Providing teaching, leadership and support staff, Axcis has experience with all levels of recruitment across a wide range of special needs. Visit the Axcis website or contact your local office to learn more about how we can help.

Sponsored by Scanning Pens

The Award for Technology recognises an organisation or education setting that effectively demonstrates how technology has been used to promote inclusion for children and young people with SEND.

Sponsored by SENDcast

The SENDcast is a weekly podcast focusing on Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) launched by B Squared.  
Keep up to date with policy changes, best practice and improve your knowledge. With 100 episodes and 94k downloads it’s proven to be a great free resource for both schools and parents.