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Alternative pathways to confidence

Mainstream schooling is not always the right place for a neurodiverse student, says Steve Godwin, and there's nothing wrong with that. Students are referred to...

Unlocking reading

Dyslexia doesn't have to be a barrier to the wonderful world of books, says Emma Steel. I've had the privilege of working with many bright...

The inclusive power of gymnastics

At the heart of gymnastics lies inclusivity, says Kimberley Wright. Gymnastics can adapt seamlessly to suit anyone’s physical, sensory and cognitive characteristics. With Paris 2024...

No more sidelining

Peter Ackred is making sports spaces more inclusive. Have you ever felt the sting of rejection when your name was one of the last to...

Fixing those pesky mental images

Louise Barnes's fascinating account of how she approaches dyslexia. Warning: may contain traces of alien-octo-spider and blue bacteria. I'm a former primary teacher, now giving...

Autism is a difference, not a deficit

Clare Caccavone on supporting more autistic young people into the workplace. Employment rates for autistic people are bleak. Only 29% of autistic people are in...

The great outdoors

The textures, smells, colours, and sounds of the outdoors are all there, waiting to be explored, write Suzi Hoskins and Claire Abercrombie. If you're considering...

Showing off

Performance allows us to feel confident, powerful, brave and independent, says Charlotte Bell. The Arts provide an amazing platform for people with learning disabilities, offering...

A personal sense of winning

Mike Dale on the Outstanding Achievement Awards. The pandemic had a catastrophic impact on activity levels. This hit pupils with SEND hardest, as they already...

Positive steps

Jonathan Baron reveals how dance can boost the resilience and confidence of students with autism Stereotypes of autism often reinforce misinformation about the condition and...

Book Reviews

The National Curriculum Outdoors Year 6 (A Complete Scheme of Work)

The authors share wide experience that includes primary and special needs teaching, as well as the development  of outdoor learning programmes, school-based learning in...

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