Tag: wellbeing
The importance of music and performing arts
Alistair Dewar has seen the power that the performing arts hold for children with SEND.
Aristotle once said: “Music has a power of forming the...
Personal training for people with special educational needs and disabilities
Dermot Kavanagh discusses the benefits of personal training for people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
If the last year has taught us anything,...
On the Fringes: Preventing exclusion in schools through inclusive, child-centred, needs-based...
Jackie Ward had extensive experience as a teacher, SENCO and deputy head in the primary sector before setting up her own consultancy. Here, she...
Looking out for yourself
School leaders need to take care of their own wellbeing if they are to support staff and pupils effectively, writes James Bowen
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...
Autism and wellbeing
Sarah Butcher outlines an approach designed to improve the physical, intellectual and emotional wellbeing of young people with autism
Taking learning outside
The great outdoors is one if the best resources available to teachers, writes Nick Lee
The draw of taking part in activities in the open...
Igniting hope through inclusivity
Adam Osborne looks at the role of schools in promoting wellbeing and preventing teenage suicide
Mindful breathing
Nicola Harvey outlines some simple breathing exercises to help kids relax and stay calm
Mindfulness is a therapeutic tool which brings our attention to the...
