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
10 Tips For Building A Stable Relationship With Your Child
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
The Superpower of Sound Processing and Rhythmic Skills
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
The Seven Types of Rest
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
SENCO Jobs: School Tours
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 Classrooms and Schools
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
Help Your Child With Their Career
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
10 Top Tips for Managing Menopause and Perimenopause in the classroom
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
15 Teacher Money Saving Tips
Teachers often have to manage their finances carefully, as teaching can be a rewarding but financially challenging profession. If you are struggling to balance finances, remember to reach out to a trusted colleague or line manager. Here are 15 teacher money saving tips: Finally, if you are a headteacher, it might be worth finding out Read More
Summer Holiday Activities For Children With SEND
The SEN Resources Blog has a whole host of posts & activities for children with SEND – check out these fun & free summer holiday activities!