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Welcome to our SENCO news and updates series, where we’ll keep you up-to-date with the latest developments, trends, and best practices in the world of Special Educational Needs Coordination. If you’re a SENsible SENCO member, you get even more amazing help, advice and insights when you log in.

Speech, Language and Communication Needs in teenagers: it’s never too late

Speech, Language and Communication Needs in teenagers: it’s never too late

Explore the importance of addressing Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) in teenagers during their secondary school years. Learn how timely identification and intervention can empower students, improve academic performance, and enhance social interactions. Discover how Secondary Language Link provides valuable tools and resources to support students with SLCN.

Managing Staff Absences in SEND

Managing Staff Absences in SEND

Explore strategies for managing staff absences in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) settings, ensuring the continuity of support for SEND pupils. Learn about the importance of consistency, skill specificity, pre-emptive planning, communication, adaptation, and post-absence transitions. Discover contingency measures for a seamless SEND provision.

Coordinating With Support Specialists

Coordinating With Support Specialists

Explore the importance of coordinating with support specialists in the realm of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Discover who these specialists are, their key roles, and why regular engagement with them is vital for tailoring interventions, skill transfer, holistic understanding, and efficient scheduling.

Ultimate Guide to SLCN – Book Review

Ultimate Guide to SLCN – Book Review

Discover the ultimate SLCN book – Your comprehensive guide to Speech, Language, and Communication Needs. Perfect for SENCOs, educators, and professionals. Explore practical insights and diagnostic knowledge on SLCN conditions, a must-have resource for your bookshelf.

Why It’s Vital to Screen for Language Difficulties: A Heartfelt Message to SENCOs

Why It’s Vital to Screen for Language Difficulties: A Heartfelt Message to SENCOs

Discover the importance of screening for language difficulties in the realm of special educational needs. Learn why early detection, targeted support, and building communication skills can boost academic success and confidence. Explore the Language Link program by Speech and Language Link for online assessments and interventions. Promote inclusive education and empower students to reach their full potential.

What’s the problem with digraphs, and how can Ten Minute Box help?

What’s the problem with digraphs, and how can Ten Minute Box help?

Discover how the Ten Minute Box can help struggling learners master digraphs and improve their reading fluency and confidence. This multisensory intervention is suitable for any age of learner and includes structured resources and lesson plans to teach synthetic phonics. With no ongoing costs or subscriptions, it is budget-friendly and easy to implement, and allows for tracking of student progress. See what professionals say about the Ten Minute Box and how it engages and motivates learners.

SENCO and Teacher Partnerships: Collaborating for Success

SENCO and Teacher Partnerships: Collaborating for Success

This article explores the benefits of Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) and teacher partnerships, effective strategies for collaboration, and examples of successful partnerships in action. By working together, SENCOs and teachers can create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students, including those with additional needs.

Calming Cat – TTS – Review – Polyvagal Theory

Calming Cat – TTS – Review – Polyvagal Theory

TTS recently released their Calming Cat (although it will forever be Cuddle Cat to me). Even though I appreciate a good stuffed animal, what really sets Calming Cat apart is the theoretical and psychological considerations that went into its development.  Not only is...