Tag: short breaks
Short breaks
A short break? That sounds great, doesn't it? I could do with a short break, too. For children with disabilities and their families, however,...
Issue 141 ● March April 2026
In this issue: Down syndrome, Music and SEN, Social skills, Framing dyslexia, Pathological demand avoidance, Auditory Processing Disorder, SEND reform, Circadian rhythms, Autism, Dyslexia,...
Break options
The prospect of getting away should be something to look forward to, but it can feel like a daunting exercise in logistics, writes Natalie...
SEN135 : Mar/Apr 2025
Read SEN Magazine SEN135 : Mar/Apr here
Another great issue, thanks to all our talented contributors. The cover image shows a child with her spoon...
SEN123 : March/April 2023
Read SEN Magazine SEN123: Mar/Apr 2023 here
Let’s start off with the truly exciting news that our amazing advertising team has been shortlisted for the...
Flex your independence muscle
Nick Liley enthuses about outdoor activity residential experiences for schools and families.
Short breaks and holidays can be a lifesaver for many young people with...
Breaking point
Budget cuts are causing families to miss out on essential short breaks, writes Richard Kramer
Give us a break!
Holidays and short breaks offer huge benefits for children with SEN and their parents, says Ian Callen
Respite crisis for families
A lack of respite support for those with learning disabilities is having a “devastating impact” on families, says Mencap.
Parents are being left feeling “depressed,...











































