Exploring the EEF guidance on High quality teaching approaches for learners with SEND and applying them to daily practice. Staff Meeting / CPD / Teacher Training Includes a short video, tasks, research summary and reflections

It is often recommended that schools implement an approach based on zones of regulation with students to support them in developing better self-regulation skills. This booklet has 3 versions of a 4-zone chart to help students identify how they are feeling. The first is the usual style of poster with feelings zones and suggested strategies that might help if you are feeling that way. However, often the students who most need this approach are those who struggle to identify and name their feelings. They are also those who are presenting with the most challenging dis-regulated behaviours in school. To help those students – there are two further posters which have an additional layer of information. They list what the student might be doing because of their feelings to help make it easier for them to be guided to select appropriate strategies. The booklet also includes a range of other resources that can be used in implementing a supported self-regulation approach. It includes: Zones of self-regulation poster – standard version. Zones of self-regulation poster – detailed version. Zones of self-regulation poster – short, detailed version. Zones of self-regulation bookmarks. Zones of self-regulation – simple and visual strategy chart. Zones of self-regulation – lanyard cards/ pocket cards. Zones of self-regulation planning sheet. Zones of self-regulation : tracking my week. Zones of self-regulation strategy sheet. Red Zone time out cards to use as a silent signal when students are in this zone. Zones of self-regulation pyramid template. Calming activity cards. Movement break cards. Links to further information and resources.

Have you ever found that children struggle when moving to a new class or year group? These bright, engaging booklets could be the answer you have been looking for. Here is an editable booklet for you to add photos and details of your school. This booklet isn’t only for your SEND children but can support all children in your class as well as the parents. Think about how many parents you meet for the first time at parents evening who still don’t know your name or where the class is. This booklet is perfect all. Reviews are welcomed. Take a look at my other useful resources at my shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/Teach_wise

This PPT training module with focus on how to support students with ADHD. Supporting neurodivergent students in the classroom is crucial for creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Neurodivergent individuals, such as those with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, and other conditions, possess unique cognitive abilities and learning styles that may differ from neurotypical students. Here are several reasons why it is important to provide support and differentiation for neurodivergent students: Inclusion and Equity: Every student deserves an equal opportunity to learn and thrive in the classroom. By supporting neurodivergent students, we promote inclusivity and ensure that their diverse needs are met. It helps create an environment where all students feel valued, respected, and included, leading to improved self-esteem and overall well-being. Individualised Learning: Neurodivergent students often require individualized approaches to learning. Implementing differentiation strategies allows educators to tailor instruction and assessments to meet the unique needs and strengths of each student. By accommodating diverse learning styles, educators can enhance engagement, comprehension, and academic success for neurodivergent students. Academic Achievement: Providing appropriate support for neurodivergent students enhances their academic achievement. Neurodivergent individuals may have strengths in areas such as creativity, problem-solving, pattern recognition, or attention to detail. By recognizing and nurturing these strengths, educators can help neurodivergent students excel in their areas of expertise while also addressing any challenges they may face. Social and Emotional Development: Supporting neurodivergent students positively impacts their social and emotional development. By fostering an inclusive classroom environment, students learn empathy, tolerance, and respect for neurodiversity. Additionally, tailored support helps neurodivergent students develop self-advocacy skills, self-regulation strategies, and coping mechanisms, which are essential for their overall well-being and successful integration into society. Enhanced Classroom Environment: Supporting neurodivergent students benefits the entire classroom community. Implementing differentiation strategies encourages flexible and creative teaching methods that can benefit all students. It fosters a culture of acceptance, respect, and understanding, where all students learn to appreciate and celebrate diversity. This training with focus on supporting students with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. By the end of this training you should be able to: Define Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Recall the symptoms of inattention Recall the symptoms of Hyperactivity and impulsivity Apply effective strategies to support students with ADHD

An editable resource for SEN year 6 children transitioning to a mainstream primary school - https://www.supportingneurodiversity.co.uk/resources-and-tips

This booklet gives information about dyslexia and how teachers and teaching assistants can support student's within the classroom. The booklet includes: - A quiz to show understanding - Explains what dyslexia is and why its important to identify - How it effects reading and writing, amongst other information

This workbook looks into the psycho-eduction around self-harm before looking into prevention and alternative strategies to support children and young people with self-harm. Contains: Psycho-education Facts and Myths Cycle Effects Support networks Alternatives and more!!

Stress This resource is about stress and coping strategies. Some stress can be good because it can actually encourage and motivate you to work harder. When you get too much stress it can make you feel overwhelmed. Finding a balance is key to managing stress. Stress bucket The bucket is a metaphor for the body and the water is a metaphor for stress and coping strategies. This resource will lead the child through making a stress bucket and learning how to use it. Levels of stress Depending on the person, the level of water in the bucket may already be high due to past experiences. Stress entering the body isn’t necessarily filling up an empty bucket. It is adding to what is already there. Every day stressors can soon overflow the bucket. There are always people and children who blow up over the slightest thing and this is probably because their stress is quite high all of the time. Turning on the tap Turning the tap on is a metaphor for letting out the stress and the best way to do this is through coping strategies. Coping strategies can be anything that the calms the person down from ‘calming breathing’ to ‘having a run’. It might also be things they enjoy doing, something that makes them feel happy. It can be individual to the person on what works for them. What relieves their stress? Included in the pack Stress scales. These could be used as bookmarks and taken away. A4 poster that could be stuck to the wall as a reminder 24 additional supporting worksheets An A4 bucket and pocket – pupils can put their stress INTO the bucket by using the pocket Cloud and water for the craft Different sizes of water droplets Information sheets including examples of stressors, de-stressing ideas, physical body signs, and how it affects emotions and behaviour

A ‘cheat sheet’ for dyslexia. Includes a brief description, indicators of this learning need, and strategies for support. Useful for all school staff. Can be printed and stuck into diaries, CPD journals.

This resource is for children of KS3 with anger issues. It has informative information about anger, how to recognise triggers, ways to control impulses and methods of calming down. It also has a diary to keep a log of times when students have managed successfully to control their anger/emotions.

Useful suggestions for staff on how best to support SEN pupils within Science specific lessons. Can be used as a planning tool or guidelines for formative assessment. Strategies are grouped into the following broad areas of need for ease of reference: Communication and Interaction Cognitive and Learning Sensory and Physical Social, Emotional and Mental Health

6 short poems for children, ready for printing. (Symbol supported) Text version available *Busy Spider *Sand *Sunshine *Holidays *Making cakes *Sneaky Alligator All poems are my own work All of my resources are created using the Widgit software program ‘Communicate in Print’ Permission has been granted for me to use their symbols and pictures. Please rate if you download

It is often recommended that schools implement an approach based on zones of regulation with students to support them in developing better self-regulation skills. This poster set has 3 versions of a 4-zone chart to help students identify how they are feeling. The first is the usual style of poster with feelings zones and suggested strategies that might help if you are feeling that way. However, often the students who most need this approach are those who struggle to identify and name their feelings. They are also those who are presenting with the most challenging dis-regulated behaviours in school. To help those students – there are two further posters which have an additional layer of information. They list what the student might be doing because of their feelings to help make it easier for them to be guided to select appropriate strategies. Take a look at the booklet in my shop if you would like more resources and support to implement supported self-regulation.

An example of a plan to support self regulation and risk assessment. I use this template to ensure staff can access information for an individual pupil to support behaviour management and keep consistancy of approaches. An example of a completed one is first and the blank template is at the end

This is an anger support plan resource pack for older pupils who need help with anger. Perfect for ELSA SUPPORT. The plan is a useful reminder for them and others on what they need to look out for, do, or remember when their feelings of anger get too much. The resource is aimed at upper KS2 and Secondary. The plan is meant to be worked through with an adult. When pupils are angry they need that all important one to one or small group support. Helping pupils to manage their anger is the end result of all the work you do with them. The plan must be done with the worksheet pack . Included in the anger support plan pack Fillable form version of the support plan – pupils can fill this in on the computer PDF form for printing and writing out by hand 9 worksheets working through all the points on the plan 3 information sheets with examples of thought challenging questions, assertiveness script and body signs The 9 worksheets and activities included are: Anger triggers Body signs What makes anger worse? What do I need when feeling angry? Where is my safe place? Questions to challenge anger What might distract me? Who can I talk to? What coping strategies can I use?

The attached resource can be utilised during the initial assessment or pre-entry phase to gain a deeper understanding of the current support the young person is receiving. The tutor or SENCO will work with the learner to identify the different types of support they receive. The key to this whole activity is getting the young person to identify who they need to approach during certain situations. Please let me know what you think the feedback will help make this resource even better.

A sensory ladder can be used in conjunction with Zones of Regulation or as a separate resource. Use this resource to support children in understanding their sensory needs and enhance their independence in regulating their emotion and sensory needs. Within the resource: advice on how to use and create sensory ladders overview of a sensory ladder prompt questions to use when designing the ladder with your young person.

Printable (real photo) symbol cards with foods and drinks to support choice making at snack time or lunch time or to support cooking activities. These symbol cards have real photo and text and have blank sheets for adding your own. PDF and editable Powerpoint available. These also come with large Boardmaker visuals for ‘days of the week’ and ‘snack’ if you wanted to make a display/menu/choice board. Current font is Comic Sans but could be easily edited.

Assorted seaside resources ready for printing landscape Including: seaside vocabulary flashcards ( symbol and text, symbol only, text only) 18 pages seaside alphabet display cards lower case 27 pages seaside alphabet display cards upper case 27 pages seaside activities symbol supported 4 pages seaside activities text version 4 pages seaside number display 1-10 10 pages seaside pictures to colour 6 pages seaside posters with pictures for sticking onto posters 6 pages seaside word search 2 pages All of my resources are created using the Widgit software program ‘Communicate in Print’ Permission has been granted for me to use their symbols and pictures. Symbols can help many children and young people who struggle with reading or understanding. Symbols enable communication and can increase independence and build self-esteem. Please rate if you download Thank you for looking

Widgit suppored feeling thermometer resources which link to the zones of regulation and are colour coded accordingly. This pack includes: An ‘all in one’ A4 feelings thermometer A complete feelings thermometer display

A yearly flowchart to guide teachers and staff with process of SEN support for pupils.