Blackdown Education Partnership Professional Development (PD) Group

Please note: This event booking is only applicable for invited registration for schools/settings within Blackdown Education Partnership. If you are not part of this group, please contact us for further guidance.

This proposal outlines a strategic plan to develop and implement a consistent, inclusive, and sensory-friendly learning environment across six primary schools as part of the Blackdown Education Partnership Trust.

The initiative aims to support all learners, particularly those with communication challenges, sensory processing differences, and neurodiverse needs (highest level of identified need across all 6 schools). By embedding universal design principles and inclusive communication strategies, the project aims to enhance student engagement, reduce anxiety, and improve educational outcomes.

Outcomes

• Promote and build inclusive education 
• Establish a unified framework for communication and sensory-friendly environment / practices. 
• Enhance staff capacity and understanding through training and resources
• To develop collaborative working between schools; building stronger together
• Improve student engagement, behaviour, and well-being.

Dates and times of sessions

• Session 1: 16th September 1.30-4pm (in-person, venue details will be sent by email)
• Session 2: 7th October 3.45-5.15pm (online)
• Session 3: 8th December 3.45-5.15pm (online)
• Session 4: 13th January 9-11.30am (in-person, venue details will be sent by email)
• Session 5: 27th January 3.45-5.15pm (online)

If you have any questions, please contact the Whole School SEND team.

By signing up you are demonstrating a commitment to attend these sessions.