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The first in a series of three blogs written by Katie Hickin

- DfE
- Covid-19
In light of the emergence of the Omicron variant the government have updated it’s guidance for all schools and specialist schools. The changes came into effect on 29th November 2021 and will be reviewed in three weeks’ time.

A report by the National Autistic Society highlights the views of autistic people, families and professionals on what needs to happen to prevent autistic young people’s involvement in the criminal justice system and the support they receive within system.

Dyspraxia Foundation is using this year’s Dyspraxia Week – 10th to 16th October – to urge teaching professionals to find out more about how to support children with dyspraxia who continue to fall ‘under the radar’ and miss out on vital support in schools.

The HOPE study (Health Outcomes of young People throughout Education) is investigating the impact of adjustments for young people with SEND on their health using linked education and hospital data.

- Covid-19
A report by the Children’s Commissioner for England has been published examining the issue of capacity within NHS children’s mental health.

Pearson has launched a consultation on the future of examinations for pupils aged 14-19 in light of the current calls for GCSE’s to be scrapped.

UNESCO World Teachers’ Day is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe.

On International Women’s Day, Kamal Bodhanker, Head of International Development at nasen, reflects on how COVID-19 is threatening girls’ education globally.

A new report by Public First commissioned by Education Support, the wellbeing charity for school personnel, focuses on the experience of middle leaders and their role in the current educational climate.
- Condition-specific video
Our condition-specific videos aim to develop a newly qualified teachers’ knowledge of SEND and to introduce them to helpful resources and tips for the classroom.

The EEF has released a new review of the evidence on cognitive science approaches in the classroom.

- DfE
As part of the government pledge to offer senior mental health lead training to all state schools and colleges by 2025, the next phase of funding has been released.
- Condition-specific video
Our condition-specific videos aim to develop an NQT's knowledge of SEND and to introduce them to helpful resources and tips for the classroom.

- Covid-19
The Special Education Needs Policy Reference Forum (SENPRF), an independent sector expert forum, have published their report ‘How schools are coping with the impact of Covid-19 on the teaching of pupils with SEND: lessons for schools’
- Condition-specific video
Our condition-specific videos aim to develop an NQT's knowledge of SEND and to introduce them to helpful resources and tips for the classroom.

Arran Smith is a dyslexic entrepreneur that was diagnosed with severe dyslexia at 9 years old, along with other tendencies of neurodiverse conditions.
During Arran’s working life he has worked in many industries including previously working at the British Dyslexia Association.
Arran’s career has continued in the field of dyslexia with him now being the Managing Director of the SEND Group Ltd and Founder of the Dyslexia Show Ltd.

- Twilight Talks
In this talk Tina Coope from the charity PANS PANDAS UK will discuss: What are PANS and PANDAS? How do the conditions impact on children and young people in the classroom? How can schools begin to provide support?
- Condition-specific video
Our condition-specific videos aim to develop a newly qualified teachers’ knowledge of SEND and to introduce them to helpful resources and tips for the classroom.
- Condition-specific video
Our condition-specific videos aim to develop a newly qualified teachers’ knowledge of SEND and to introduce them to helpful resources and tips for the classroom.