Are you a current or aspiring SENDCo?
The NPQ for SENDCOs is designed to develop the knowledge and expertise needed to lead SEND provision effectively.
✅ Required qualification for SENDCos
💷 Funding available
Learn more and apply: www.spencerteachingschoolhub.org.uk/npq/
#SENDCo #SEND #Education
The NPQ for SENDCOs is designed to develop the knowledge and expertise needed to lead SEND provision effectively.
✅ Required qualification for SENDCos
💷 Funding available
Learn more and apply: www.spencerteachingschoolhub.org.uk/npq/
#SENDCo #SEND #Education
October 27, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Are you a current or aspiring SENDCo?
The NPQ for SENDCOs is designed to develop the knowledge and expertise needed to lead SEND provision effectively.
✅ Required qualification for SENDCos
💷 Funding available
Learn more and apply: www.spencerteachingschoolhub.org.uk/npq/
#SENDCo #SEND #Education
The NPQ for SENDCOs is designed to develop the knowledge and expertise needed to lead SEND provision effectively.
✅ Required qualification for SENDCos
💷 Funding available
Learn more and apply: www.spencerteachingschoolhub.org.uk/npq/
#SENDCo #SEND #Education
Coloured overlays do NOT have any effect on reading difficulties.
SENDCos- please stop recommending them.
Look!
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SENDCos- please stop recommending them.
Look!
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Welcome to Day 17 of our 31-day myth-busting campaign during #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth! Every day is an opportunity to learn something new, challenge assumptions, and support a more inclusive world for people with #dyslexia.
October 17, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Coloured overlays do NOT have any effect on reading difficulties.
SENDCos- please stop recommending them.
Look!
bsky.app/profile/gaab...
SENDCos- please stop recommending them.
Look!
bsky.app/profile/gaab...
“Along with classroom teachers & SENDCos, [TAs & LSAs] will be the ones noticing emerging needs, adapting materials, delivering interventions, supervising pupils, perhaps liaising with fams & implementing specialist advice. Perhaps the Govt thinks AI will do all this”
October 18, 2026 at 10:10 AM
“Along with classroom teachers & SENDCos, [TAs & LSAs] will be the ones noticing emerging needs, adapting materials, delivering interventions, supervising pupils, perhaps liaising with fams & implementing specialist advice. Perhaps the Govt thinks AI will do all this”
After-school collapse can reveal what a young person has been holding together all day. For many, coping in school doesn’t always mean coping comfortably. For SENDCOs, teachers and commissioners: what can we change during the school day to reduce overwhelm and better support the transition home?
October 19, 2026 at 7:02 PM
After-school collapse can reveal what a young person has been holding together all day. For many, coping in school doesn’t always mean coping comfortably. For SENDCOs, teachers and commissioners: what can we change during the school day to reduce overwhelm and better support the transition home?
SENDCOs & commissioners: if you've got a young person who's been out of education, who can't speak when a placement starts, & who generalist AP hasn't been able to hold, that's exactly who we exist for. Contact to talk through a specific placement: admissions@thehavenonline.school
September 17, 2026 at 7:01 PM
SENDCOs & commissioners: if you've got a young person who's been out of education, who can't speak when a placement starts, & who generalist AP hasn't been able to hold, that's exactly who we exist for. Contact to talk through a specific placement: admissions@thehavenonline.school
NEW BLOG from Bradford.
Simone McLindon, SENDCo at Bowling Park Primary Academy and BRS Evidence Advocate, shares how her school is making inclusion part of everyday work.
Practical ideas for teachers, leaders and SENDCos.
researchschool.org.uk/bradford/new...
Simone McLindon, SENDCo at Bowling Park Primary Academy and BRS Evidence Advocate, shares how her school is making inclusion part of everyday work.
Practical ideas for teachers, leaders and SENDCos.
researchschool.org.uk/bradford/new...
Inclusion as everyday practice
How Bowling Park Primary School has developed an inclusive approach for all pupils
researchschool.org.uk
September 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM
NEW BLOG from Bradford.
Simone McLindon, SENDCo at Bowling Park Primary Academy and BRS Evidence Advocate, shares how her school is making inclusion part of everyday work.
Practical ideas for teachers, leaders and SENDCos.
researchschool.org.uk/bradford/new...
Simone McLindon, SENDCo at Bowling Park Primary Academy and BRS Evidence Advocate, shares how her school is making inclusion part of everyday work.
Practical ideas for teachers, leaders and SENDCos.
researchschool.org.uk/bradford/new...
I've got some training to give teachers, TAs, SENDCOs, and tutors confidence in emotionally supporting the children in their class, without behavioural techniques or one-size-fits-all approaches.
Comment or DM me, and I'll send you details next week.
Comment or DM me, and I'll send you details next week.
September 10, 2026 at 8:12 PM
I've got some training to give teachers, TAs, SENDCOs, and tutors confidence in emotionally supporting the children in their class, without behavioural techniques or one-size-fits-all approaches.
Comment or DM me, and I'll send you details next week.
Comment or DM me, and I'll send you details next week.
Open Access UCL Research: Primary School Teachers and SENDCos' Perceptions of the Role of the Educational Psychologist in Relation to Inclusive Practice in England discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
Primary School Teachers and SENDCos' Perceptions of the Role of the Educational Psychologist in Relation to Inclusive Practice in England
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UCL Discovery
UCL Discovery is UCL's open access repository, showcasing and providing access to UCL research outputs from all UCL disciplines.
discovery.ucl.ac.uk
September 9, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Open Access UCL Research: Primary School Teachers and SENDCos' Perceptions of the Role of the Educational Psychologist in Relation to Inclusive Practice in England discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
With major SEND reforms coming, how will we support the people leading this work? Educational psychologist Kristie Sullivan argues that structured supervision should be provided to help Sendcos cope with the added pressure
SEND reforms will make Sendco supervision vital
With Sendcos likely to take on more even responsibilities, making sure they have space to share and reflect will become increasingly important, says this educational psychologist
www.tes.com
September 9, 2026 at 11:35 AM
With major SEND reforms coming, how will we support the people leading this work? Educational psychologist Kristie Sullivan argues that structured supervision should be provided to help Sendcos cope with the added pressure
🔴 WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This conference is designed for anyone passionate about creating more inclusive classrooms.
It will be particularly valuable for:
⭐ School and Trust Leaders
⭐ SENDCos and Inclusion Leads
⭐ Pupil Premium Leads
⭐ Teachers supporting disadvantaged learners
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This conference is designed for anyone passionate about creating more inclusive classrooms.
It will be particularly valuable for:
⭐ School and Trust Leaders
⭐ SENDCos and Inclusion Leads
⭐ Pupil Premium Leads
⭐ Teachers supporting disadvantaged learners
👉️ buff.ly/dORgpfb
August 18, 2026 at 10:45 AM
🔴 WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This conference is designed for anyone passionate about creating more inclusive classrooms.
It will be particularly valuable for:
⭐ School and Trust Leaders
⭐ SENDCos and Inclusion Leads
⭐ Pupil Premium Leads
⭐ Teachers supporting disadvantaged learners
👉️ buff.ly/dORgpfb
This conference is designed for anyone passionate about creating more inclusive classrooms.
It will be particularly valuable for:
⭐ School and Trust Leaders
⭐ SENDCos and Inclusion Leads
⭐ Pupil Premium Leads
⭐ Teachers supporting disadvantaged learners
👉️ buff.ly/dORgpfb
How to help students with SEND settle in September | TES
How to help students with SEND settle in September
From classroom placement to engaging with families, two Sendcos share practical ways to make the start of secondary school more welcoming for students with special educational needs and disabilities
www.tes.com
July 16, 2025 at 9:25 AM
How to help students with SEND settle in September | TES
Ginny Bootman - helping SENDCOs plan smarter, run sharper meetings, and build genuine connections in their schools.
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Ginny Bootman - helping SENDCOs plan smarter, run sharper meetings, and build genuine connections in their schools.
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
Looking for someone who truly understands what it means to support your SENDCOs? Ginny Bootman is on the loose!
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
September 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Looking for someone who truly understands what it means to support your SENDCOs? Ginny Bootman is on the loose!
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
Beware SENDCOs!!
📞 +44 (0)1267 211432
✉️ learn@independentthinking.co.uk – Get in touch today!
📞 +44 (0)1267 211432
✉️ learn@independentthinking.co.uk – Get in touch today!
September 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Beware SENDCOs!!
📞 +44 (0)1267 211432
✉️ learn@independentthinking.co.uk – Get in touch today!
📞 +44 (0)1267 211432
✉️ learn@independentthinking.co.uk – Get in touch today!
Here we go: as I haven't seen one yet, I'm going to put together a starter pack for SEND people. Primarily SENDCOs (and ALNCOs for the welsh) but also consultants and leaders.
Hit me up please and I'll turn into a pack when there's a few. Rt to the SEND massive.
Hit me up please and I'll turn into a pack when there's a few. Rt to the SEND massive.
a white cat with its mouth open and the words call me plsss on the bottom
ALT: a white cat with its mouth open and the words call me plsss on the bottom
media.tenor.com
November 14, 2024 at 8:05 PM
Here we go: as I haven't seen one yet, I'm going to put together a starter pack for SEND people. Primarily SENDCOs (and ALNCOs for the welsh) but also consultants and leaders.
Hit me up please and I'll turn into a pack when there's a few. Rt to the SEND massive.
Hit me up please and I'll turn into a pack when there's a few. Rt to the SEND massive.
Last call on this - I have room for about nineteen more heads I think. First come first served. In an hour or so I'll be calling for SENDCOs and SEND consultants - get ready for that!
Are you a headteacher, serving or retired, a deputy or and assistant Head?
Of so, could you comment on this thread and I will put together a head teacher starter pack.
Please Repost for maximum reach.
Of so, could you comment on this thread and I will put together a head teacher starter pack.
Please Repost for maximum reach.
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ALT: a cartoon character says " principal party " in a living room
media.tenor.com
November 14, 2024 at 7:09 PM
Last call on this - I have room for about nineteen more heads I think. First come first served. In an hour or so I'll be calling for SENDCOs and SEND consultants - get ready for that!
Daniel told the Education Select Committee on the government's proposed SEND reforms, that the current system is failing children - and warned reforms without proper funding and staffing risk shifting blame onto schools, rather than fixing the system. #SaveEducation
https://bit.ly/4tejYbS
https://bit.ly/4tejYbS
SEND reforms: 6 warnings from leaders to MPs
Government's plans lack detail and risk turning Sendcos into ‘lightning rods' for parent frustration, sector leaders tell Commons Education Select Committee
www.tes.com
April 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Daniel told the Education Select Committee on the government's proposed SEND reforms, that the current system is failing children - and warned reforms without proper funding and staffing risk shifting blame onto schools, rather than fixing the system. #SaveEducation
https://bit.ly/4tejYbS
https://bit.ly/4tejYbS
📢 Unlock the potential of autistic students – Free online CPD! 📢
🗓 3 March
⏰ 11am-12pm
👩🏫 For: support staff (teaching assistants) & SENDCos
Step into the shoes of students and gain a better understanding of the daily barriers they face.
🗓 3 March
⏰ 11am-12pm
👩🏫 For: support staff (teaching assistants) & SENDCos
Step into the shoes of students and gain a better understanding of the daily barriers they face.
February 23, 2026 at 3:36 PM
📢 Unlock the potential of autistic students – Free online CPD! 📢
🗓 3 March
⏰ 11am-12pm
👩🏫 For: support staff (teaching assistants) & SENDCos
Step into the shoes of students and gain a better understanding of the daily barriers they face.
🗓 3 March
⏰ 11am-12pm
👩🏫 For: support staff (teaching assistants) & SENDCos
Step into the shoes of students and gain a better understanding of the daily barriers they face.
Workload is a barrier to making schools more inclusive for SEND pupils. 97% of teachers consider it a barrier, with 74% of the total calling it ‘significant’. #NEU2025
Read more.👇
Read more.👇
State of education: SEND and SENDCOs | National Education Union
There are no cheap fixes when making schools accessible and inclusive to pupils with SEND.
neu.org.uk
April 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Workload is a barrier to making schools more inclusive for SEND pupils. 97% of teachers consider it a barrier, with 74% of the total calling it ‘significant’. #NEU2025
Read more.👇
Read more.👇
He's referencing that they received disproportionate support compared to kids with DLD. The researchers asked SENDCOs of children in mainstream. If you really want to know about support for autistic children,you need a broader scope. We have had nothing and are currently over £100,000 out of /1
May 17, 2025 at 8:41 PM
He's referencing that they received disproportionate support compared to kids with DLD. The researchers asked SENDCOs of children in mainstream. If you really want to know about support for autistic children,you need a broader scope. We have had nothing and are currently over £100,000 out of /1
House of Lords committee discussing 2009 autism act/state of services for autistic people. Worth a listen for SENDCOs (Spoiler: outcomes/services are, all too often, dreadful...). Thanks to @suereviews.bsky.social and others for representing.
parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
Parliamentlive.tv
Autism Act 2009 Committee
parliamentlive.tv
May 14, 2025 at 11:35 PM
House of Lords committee discussing 2009 autism act/state of services for autistic people. Worth a listen for SENDCOs (Spoiler: outcomes/services are, all too often, dreadful...). Thanks to @suereviews.bsky.social and others for representing.
parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
I'm sure you do. I'd like SENDCOs/therapists/CAMHS to develop a much deeper understanding of autism and MH problems so that we (families) don't have to spend years picking up the pieces. Of course, seeing the individual is key but there are common factors that are useful to understand to avoid /1
December 2, 2024 at 12:00 AM
I'm sure you do. I'd like SENDCOs/therapists/CAMHS to develop a much deeper understanding of autism and MH problems so that we (families) don't have to spend years picking up the pieces. Of course, seeing the individual is key but there are common factors that are useful to understand to avoid /1
Wonderful afternoon delivering training on attachment, ACEs, & trauma to LSAs, teachers, & SENDCos in a Manchester high school. My son’s struggles & my fight for his needs fuel my passion to empower educators & ensure every child has a seat in the classroom. Loved it, sorry for the swearing!
January 27, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Wonderful afternoon delivering training on attachment, ACEs, & trauma to LSAs, teachers, & SENDCos in a Manchester high school. My son’s struggles & my fight for his needs fuel my passion to empower educators & ensure every child has a seat in the classroom. Loved it, sorry for the swearing!
All Sendcos 'need clinical supervision to stop burnout' | TES
All Sendcos ‘need clinical supervision to stop burnout’
Education leaders call for more support for Sendcos as the role becomes increasingly demanding
www.tes.com
May 8, 2026 at 4:19 PM
All Sendcos 'need clinical supervision to stop burnout' | TES
SEND reforms: 6 warnings from leaders to MPs | TES
SEND reforms: 6 warnings from leaders to MPs
Government’s plans lack detail and risk turning Sendcos into ‘lightning rods’ for parent frustration, sector leaders tell Commons Education Select Committee
www.tes.com
April 15, 2026 at 6:52 AM
SEND reforms: 6 warnings from leaders to MPs | TES