The number of pupils experiencing difficulties with their social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) is rising rapidly and when we consider the huge pressures put on children at present, it is any wonder? Pressures from the national curriculum In the early years, the national expectations for the end of the reception year (age 5) involve, Read More
This simple SEND paperwork overview will support you in what to use and when and help explain the differences to staff and parents. Please check your individual Local Authority guidance for any local variations. Although robust paperwork systems are best practice, most is not statutory so there will be variations in use from school to Read More
Working within the education sector can be both incredibly rewarding and challenging. This is why it is often referred to as a vocation or calling rather than a profession. It can be daunting to consider taking on a more senior role when you are already flat out busy but it can also be good to Read More
Building a stable and healthy relationship with your child is essential for their emotional development and overall well-being. I strongly believe that when preventing mental health issues in children, if you only did one thing, then this is the thing that would underpin all the others in ensuring your child has excellent foundations on which Read More
As parents and/or educators you will no doubt be aware that music and rhythm significantly support young children’s development but apart from the surface-level knowledge of the overall benefits in areas such as mood and literacy, what are the underlying scientific principles that make these skills so important to the developing child? Boogie Mites takes Read More
It is now understood that there are various types of rest that experts and researchers recognise as essential for maintaining overall well-being and productivity. However, it’s worth noting that there might be variations or additions to this list based on studies in the future. Teacher rest is also notoriously difficult to navigate during term time. Read More
If you are a an aspiring SENCO or just wanting a change of scene, it can be a challenge to know what to look for and ask on your walk round! When searching for a school for a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) role, it’s important to consider various factors before applying. Here are some Read More
Reasonable adjustment in the classroom and at school are accommodations made to ensure that students with additional needs have equal access to educational opportunities. These adjustments are designed to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment which is of course what we want in all of our schools! It means schools have a legal obligation Read More
Your child’s career future can be a worry, especially if they are not academically minded, have additional needs or are particularly sensitive or shy. It’s easy to spend time worrying (and sometimes over thinking) about something that at first, seems a long way away, but there are things we can do as parents to help Read More
Perimenopause and menopause can be tough for everyone. But when you work in schools it’s tough in some very particular ways. We don’t get to choose the when, where, who and what of our jobs and that lack of flexibility curtails some of the potential coping strategies. Add to that the fact that we’re dealing Read More
