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All staff should be aware of sensory processing issues and how to mitigate these, says Sendco Leyla Gembell, and an informed approach can benefit all students

Making the switch from primary to secondary was a challenge, writes Sendco Leyla Gambell, but there are valuable lessons to be learned

Forming a group of pupils who meet regularly to discuss neurodiversity can be a great way to give children with SEND a voice, says Leyla Gambell

Typically used to support children with additional needs, task boards can be an effective tool for helping all pupils develop independent learning skills, says Leyla Gambell

Some children can struggle with the lack of structure that playtime brings, says Leyla Gambell, but a new approach has made her school’s playground more inclusive

Workstations can help to build confidence and independence in children who struggle to stay focused, says Leyla Gambell