One year on from our Ofsted report, Holy Family is committed to implementing our plan for better SEND support. Here are some of our priorities. Reviewing and planning are the main two priorities for many SENCOs as the year ends. Ours has just given a wonderful exposition of the history of SEND to...

Taking the time to arrange bespoke plans for individual students will mean everyone can make the most of school trips. Conway Centre, Anglesey. Picture credit: conwaycentres.co.uk have previously written about how inclusion means everyone goes , even on the road . After taking 231 Year 7 students...

Understanding sexuality and relationships can be one of the most challenging areas for a young person with ASC. Here are some resources to support a proactive approach. In an earlier post, I suggested some ‘go-to’ books for a SENCO’s autism reading list. One book I chose is the Independent Woman's...

Books can provide a natural introduction to positive discussions around autism and young people. Here are some of my personal favourites. At almost every event I’ve spoken at over the last few years, at least one delegate has asked me how to broach the subject of a diagnosis with a child. If you're...