Parents who ask for clarity, challenge unlawful decisions, or escalate concerns through proper channels are not being vexatious. They are advocating. And when schools or local authorities use this label to silence or side line families, it’s not just unfair it’s unlawful.
Children who haven’t been formally identified with Dyslexia often display a constellation of small but consistent behaviours...
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is a gut-wrenching emotional reaction to perceived criticism or rejection. For children, especially those with ADHD, hearing “you could do better” or “try again next time” can feel like a personal attack rather than constructive feedback. In a school context where grades, comments, and comparisons are daily currency, RSD can hijack a...
Every day, you balance your own neurodivergent wiring while fighting through layers of SEND jargon, forms, and deadlines - it can feel like trying to run a marathon in quicksand. This blog explores the dual challenge of being ND yourself while navigating SEND bureaucracy, the emotional and cognitive toll it takes, and practical strategies to reclaim...
When a pupil’s behaviour stems from an unmet need such as sensory processing differences, anxiety or trauma, labelling an incident as mere “defiance” without exploring the underlying cause runs counter to the purpose of a policy that exists to deliver fair, safe and inclusive discipline . So, how is that changed for SEND CYP?
By someone who “looks normal” An honest glimpse into neurodivergence through a 12 year old! SEN Parent Support Group Real stories...!
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Navigating support for children under 5 can feel like tiptoeing through a foggy maze with no horizon in sight, especially if your child is showing early signs of neurodiversity or developmental differences but there are clear paths available. You just need to know where to look. Whether your child is struggling with communication, emotional regulation, sensory...
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