#ASDAN
Someone should really invest in stronger chains next time,,

For Asdan!
July 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Commission for Asdan
June 12, 2026 at 10:14 PM
October 31, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Invalid orders. Involuntary ECT. Statement orders. The R word actually being used on neurodivergent people. Gordon Brown introducing external assessors. Sanctions. Workfare. ASDAN. The Tories until Labour won. Dr Hillary Cass. ACE.

All in the last 50 years.
I'm sorry I'm getting a little frustrated with the "now they're coming for the neurodivergent"

THIS IS NOT NEW. IF YOU THINK IT IS YOU NEED TO FOLLOW MORE DISABLED PEOPLE.

They have been attacking us for years and years.
August 19, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Life Skills qualifications (we do ASDAN bronze, silver, gold, there is also Cert Per Effect), college day release for youngsters who want to ‘do cars’ or other practical subjects with people who aren’t your usual teacher types.
July 29, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Personally, I've found psychiatric diagnosis useful for my children - particular in the case of an eating disorder and its management (autism, arfid, pda and an anxiety disorder - useful lenses), which was acquired in separate ASDAN provision in secondary through a healthy eating unit. Arfid /1
August 18, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Exciting news from The de Ferrers Academy! Funding secured to introduce ASDAN courses, giving targeted learners new opportunities to build skills and confidence alongside their GCSEs.

#Education #LearnerSuccess
November 29, 2024 at 11:09 AM
Year 10 & 12 ASDAN students enjoyed a trip to Worcester Woods 🌳☀️

They explored trees, discussed the Countryside Code, picked litter 🗑️, practiced mobility skills & ended with ice cream at the café! 🍦👏

#OutdoorLearning #ASDAN #SightLoss #WorcesterWoods
June 10, 2025 at 12:35 PM
🎧 New episode of Talking Inclusion is live!

Curriculum and assessment reform can unlock equity for all learners, says Melissa Farnham (ASDAN CEO) joining @mmulholland.bsky.social on how current systems limit young people’s potential.

👉
Talking Inclusion… With Geoff Barton
Podcast · The Institute for Public Policy Research · A podcast from the IPPR Inclusion Taskforce What does truly inclusive education look like, and how can we make it better? Hosted by Geoff…
open.spotify.com
October 17, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Profile: Melissa Farnham, CEO, qualifications charity ASDAN | Schools Week
We’ve made education comorbid. We’re killing it
JL Dutaut speaks with former looked-after child and current ASDAN CEO, Melissa Farnham about breaking down barriers to opportunity
schoolsweek.co.uk
October 8, 2025 at 4:31 PM
L2LP & ASDAN students went to glow golf at arena 5 Limerick as part of their modules "L2LP Living in a Community" and "ASDAN Out in the Community". After the glow golf the students went to Supermacs followed by a lovely walk at the pet farm. Many thanks to Tom at H & M travel too.
April 1, 2025 at 10:06 AM
The de Ferrers Academy in Burton on Trent secures funding to offer ASDAN courses to targeted learners! Led by Sarah Glover, the project will enhance qualifications, boost confidence, and support GCSE success.

#LearnerSupport #Education #ASDAN
September 27, 2024 at 10:09 AM
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July 31, 2026 at 5:03 PM
We love getting feedback from schools who have received one of our grants!

Congratulations to The de Ferrers Academy for the success of their ASDAN project 🎉

#makingadifferent #projectsuccess #raisingattainment
June 6, 2025 at 11:41 AM
There are maths classes in schools across the country where a GCSE 1 grade is an achievement. A grade 2 would be phenomenal. Then we make them retake. Pointless. Allow them to do entry level maths and an ASDAN course. We don't necessarily need entirely new qualifications.
July 28, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Yesterday, Ms. Pennant's ASDAN group went on a careers trip to Leyton Orient Trust. The students gained valuable insights into the skills and qualities required to work in this field, as well as an overview of the employment structure and various roles within the club.
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March 21, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Now's your chance to join our wonderful team in a range of permanent and temporary roles:
☸️ Summer School Assistants for our Doshisha Summer School & Asdan Seed International Summer School
☸️ Gardener
☸️ Finance Administrator
Find out more and apply online at caths.cam.ac.uk/join....
Join our team
See current job vacancies at St Catharine's
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April 17, 2026 at 9:15 AM
meant losing the house, because he was a suicide risk. My daughter developed similar problems post pandemic and it's likely that having a parent at home is a factor, but only one amongst many. The final straw was an ASDAN unit on healthy eating, which triggered an ED. It was a very easy decision /2
August 2, 2026 at 5:02 PM
I'm reminded of a conversation I had when I was teaching asdan years ago, collecting folders of evidence to show the progress of students meeting various challenges. Leadership insisted I grade the work on the school assessment system. "Why do we need to reduce it to a number?" I asked....
November 17, 2024 at 9:33 AM
🚧 'I talk to MAT CEOs, and what I hear a lot is ‘we might think about rebelling - do Progress 5 and put [other] qualifications back in'

@asdaneducation.bsky.social CEO, Melissa Farnham reveals some top-level, back-room dissatisfaction
We’ve made education comorbid. We’re killing it
JL Dutaut speaks with former looked-after child and current ASDAN CEO, Melissa Farnham about breaking down barriers to opportunity
schoolsweek.co.uk
October 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
🐢💚 “Turtley awesome” sums up our Learning Support Assistants perfectly! Students from our ASDAN groups showed their thanks with cards & handmade gifts. Huge thanks to our LSAs for all the support, laughter & hard work every day! ✨ #TeachingAssistantAppreciationDay
October 1, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I’m supporting a local school who utilise the ASDAN curriculum for their vulnerable pupils. Are there any experts out there who have successfully implemented this curriculum with their YP? Or haven’t and have some words of wisdom?
November 14, 2024 at 10:08 PM
ASDAN CHINA allow anyone to sign up for Maclaurin/Hamilton/Cayley Olympiads irrespective of if they have done IMC or indeed any good at maths. I am really frustrated with this approach @UKMathsTrust any thoughts on this? @Ridermeister
January 3, 2025 at 5:41 AM
I did a flipping podcast. I take up too much oxygen but am with other brilliant women education leaders & mostly make sense. It’s all fine. youtu.be/c2dFQdxLksE?...
Jo Malone, Leila Walker and Shonogh Pilgrim: educating the whole person
YouTube video by ASDAN
youtu.be
March 13, 2026 at 5:23 PM