Tag: independence
Raising expectations
Nicola Enoch on why expectations matter, how knowledge strengthens practice, and how everyday classroom decisions can either expand or restrict opportunity.
For pupils with Down...
Ruby flew too
Marcia Squire-Wood tells the story of her daughter Ruby, who is now a fully-fledged twentysomething.
Once upon a time, a kind portage worker gave me...
A taste for adventure
Outdoor adventure and residential activities are not a luxury—they are an essential part of learning and development, says Sean Day.
Outdoor activities teach essential skills,...
Freedom to pain and back again
How the right vehicle changed everything for Chris Edwards.
The thrill of turning sixteen—not just the promise of freedom, but the keys to your first...
Meaningful communication
We should take the time to work in a way that genuinely includes learning-disabled voices, writes Kallum McGuire Lewis.
I've had the privilege of witnessing...
Forest school
Vicky Perry enthuses about getting your hands dirty, and powerful learning experiences in the great outdoors.
We're fortunate. Our school sits in large wooded grounds...
Preparing for adulthood
It can be a tricky stage for young people with Down's syndrome but, writes Sharon Smith, support is available.
The transition from childhood to adulthood...
Building life skills through nature
Jon Muspratt on activities that foster problem-solving, teamwork, resilience, and independence.
Our natural surroundings encourage exploration and creativity in ways that traditional classroom settings cannot...
On yer trike!
Emily Cherry is passionate about making cycling accessible for all.
Learning how to cycle is an important milestone in childhood. It unlocks feelings of freedom...
Soothing clothing
When choosing clothing and footwear, we need to consider comfort, mobility, dexterity and independence, writes Lucy Carr-Seaman.
Choosing the right clothing and footwear for children...
