Sensory Processing in Schools: Understanding the Needs Behind the Behaviour

Practical strategies for creating sensory-inclusive classrooms and supporting communication, regulation and independence. In this episode of the SEND Network Podcast, pda dad is joined by Olly Elm-Robinson, Advanced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, and Dionne Nmai, Advanced Specialist Occ…

How do we help children feel safe, confident and ready to learn?

In this episode of the SEND Network Podcast, Georgie Green is joined by Amy Husband, Executive Head at Academy21, to explore the challenges facing children and young people in education today. From early years development and communication skills to emotionally based school non-attendance, trauma-…

Rewiring the Brain to Unlock Literacy and Confidence

Get in touch ​PDA Dad, Duncan, speaks with Lou Barnes of Unlock Learning on transforming dyslexia support and rebuilding self esteem in children. Recorded at the Tes SEND Show North as part of Season 10, this episode of the SEND Network Podcast brings together PDA Dad Duncan and Lou Barnes, Found…

Supporting Dyslexia in Schools: Practical Approaches That Make a Difference

Get in touch In this episode of the SEND Network podcast, recorded live at Tes SEND North, host PDA Dad Duncan is joined by Amanda Hornby, Dyslexia Specialist Trainer at the British Dyslexia Association. Together, they explore practical strategies for supporting learners with dyslexia, focusing o…

Understanding School Avoidance (EBSA) in SEND

Get in touch ‪PDA Dad sits down with Natasha Chalk to explore emotional-based school avoidance, masking, and how schools can better support SEND pupils. This episode of the SEND Network podcast was filmed live at the Tes SEND North show in Manchester, where PDA Dad Duncan is joined by experienced …

Season 9 Episode 6: Supporting Speech, Language and Communication from Early Years Onwards

Get in touch In this episode, Georgie Green is joined by Kate Freeman, Consultant at Speech & Language Link. Together they explore the growing importance of early identification, the role of everyday interaction in developing communication, and how schools and early years settings can better suppo…

Season 9 Episode 5: Rethinking Assessment and Skill Development in SEND

Get in touch Why teaching pupils how to learn may matter more than teaching more content: In this episode, Dr Tej Samani explores how SEND professionals can move beyond content-heavy interventions and towards strengthening core learning skills. We discuss: • Personalising assessment at scale • C…

Season 9 Episode 4: Beyond the NEET Statistics

Get in touch How early intervention and inclusive practice can change outcomes for young people: With nearly one million young people currently not in education, employment or training, the scale of the challenge is stark. In this episode, Dr Sharon Smith, Assistant Head of Teaching and Learning…

Season 9 Episode 3: Emotionally Based School Avoidance: Identification, Intervention and Support

Get in touch In this episode of The SEND Network Podcast, host Georgie Green is joined by Dr. Daniel Weisberg, Founder and Managing Director of CAYP Psychology, to explore the growing challenge of children and young people who find attending school emotionally overwhelming. While many children oc…

Season 9 Episode 2: Supporting Neurodivergent Staff in Schools

Get in touch In this returning episode of the SEND Network Podcast, Georgie Green is joined once again by Simon Airey, neurodiversity consultant, early years and primary inclusion specialist, and teacher for an open and honest conversation about neurodivergent staff in education. Drawing on his r…