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Special Educational Needs (SEN), also known as Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) refers to the education of children who require different education provision to the mainstream system.

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Communication & Interaction (CI) needs could include: difficulties with producing or responding to expressive or receptive language, difficulties uttering speech sounds and difficulties understanding spoken and other communications from others.

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Cognition refers to the thinking skills and thought processes that a child/young person has acquired through their prior experience. Learning needs are on a continuum and can vary across subjects and situations.

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Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs are a type of special educational needs in which children/young people have severe difficulties in managing their emotions and behaviour. They often show inappropriate responses and feelings to situations.

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YST TOP Sportsability

TOP Sportsability is a unique inclusive activities programme developed by the Youth Sport Trust in partnership with National Governing Bodies of Sport.

TOP Sportsability can be utilised by schools to help engage young disabled people in Physical Education, school sport, and support their first step into the School Games.

The programme has three main aims:

1. To provide physical activity and sport options for young people with high support needs

2. To create a vehicle for the inclusion of disabled and non-disabled young people together

3. To provide a basic introduction to a wide range of sports and activities in support of the School Games programme.

TOP Sportsability is a free online resource for schools and offers practical advice to teachers, learning support staff and other sports practitioners. It consists of video clips and downloadable content showing ideas and strategies around the inclusion of young disabled people in physical activity, it is divided into three sections:

1. User manual - shows how to use the resource and establishes basic principles and models of inclusion

2. Disability sport & adapted games - features the sports in the original TOP Sportsability plus some new activities

3. Sports adaptations - consists of traditional 'mainstream' sports adapted for the widest possible range of abilities.

To access the resources, you'll need to register for the programme online, which can be done below.

Access TOP Sportsability Details

To access TOP Sportsability resources, please register via the link alongside.

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We give families the confidence and skills to help their children. If you're concerned about your child's speech and language development, we can help.

We know that it can be hard to know where to start if you are worried about your child's development. If you think your child is having challenges with talking and understanding words, we are here to help you.

Our free resources and services can help with understanding what to look out for, how to get support and even some simple ways you can help your child at home.

Our progress checker will provide short questions you can answer to see how your baby or child is getting on with their talking and understanding of words.

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We have consulted with parents to develop some key resources to help you.

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The Duchess of Cambridge visits Evelina London for National Portrait Gallery creative arts workshop

Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge visited Evelina London Children's Hospital, to meet children, young people and their families, taking part in a creative arts workshop led by the National Portrait Gallery.

A schoolgirl can walk and talk thanks to care at Evelina London

A girl who was locked in her body is now able to talk and take steps after receiving life-changing treatment.

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If you have a child at Primary School, this is a great place to find out about how they are learning to read and what you can do to help at home.

Get some fresh ideas for encouraging your child's reading at home, check out our online eBook library with access to over 130 free books and find out more about how reading is taught in school.

There's also a handy guide to understanding phonics and information on the reading schemes used in schools.

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Welcome to the Parent Portal, our award-winning speech and language support website for parents, carers and families.

At Speech and Language Link, we understand that supporting your child's language learning, alongside everything else that life demands from you, can be challenging. The Parent Portal provides ideas and advice, information and activities for developing your child's understanding, talking and listening in a way that works for all of your family.

How to use the site? Visit the development tab to help you work out what the next steps are for your child's learning and then go to the stage-appropriate activities section. You don't always need to create a special time for working on listening and talking, use our everyday activities turn many routine tasks into support activities.

Our speech and language therapists have devised support videos for you. Check out the 'Can I have your attention please?' series to help get your child in the right frame of mind for learning and access super fun games and ideas to encourage a range of language skills.

Our activities are designed to fit around normal family life and by implementing some of them every day you can make a real difference to your child's language development.

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Togetherness, the NHS team raising awareness and sharing relationship-focused information about emotional health and wellbeing through accessible training and learning.

Emotional resilience for the everyday

Accessible, evidence-based tools from children's and adolescent mental health experts to support all parents and families to help raise confident, kind, resilient people who can thrive in our changing world.

Togetherness is the new home of the Solihull Approach, a trusted model for raising emotional wellbeing and resilience, developed by Dr Hazel Douglas MBE, Clinical Psychologist and Child Psychotherapist, and her team as an integrative framework that has delivered more than 25 years of impact for families and also practitioners.

Togetherness online learning pathways for parents and families

Bitesize learning pathways written for parents to build confidence for raising kind, emotionally aware, resilient children who can thrive across all walks of life. Tailored journeys bring psychology and experience together to share proven theories and tested ideas for meaningful change in relationships for happier family lives. You will find pathways for:

Join the growing number of people benefiting from Togetherness. Contact us to learn more about training, resources and accreditation.

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The workshops and groups we deliver are easy to access virtually.

It can be quite scary attending a group or a workshop when you don't know anyone else in the group. If you are worried about coming to a group or workshop there are lots of things we can do to support you.

Here is some feedback from other young people:

It is really good! Everyone is friendly and you learn some really helpful things which you can keep practicing.

I would say that I was worried before I started a group but once you get in to it it's completely fine and you forget about being nervous. From my experience once the session had started I felt more confident in myself

Although the groups and workshops are to support your emotional wellbeing, they are not like attending a lesson in school. They have been proven to have a positive effect on your emotional wellbeing and are there to help you with life's problems before they get too much to handle.

Top three benefits of groups and workshops:

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Anxiety is a very general term used to describe a feeling of extreme worry or unease. Feeling anxious is natural after something upsetting happens. But when a child feels anxiety that lasts a long time and prevents them from doing things like going to school or seeing friends, then it becomes an anxiety disorder. Children can be diagnosed with several different anxiety disorders. The specific disorder depends on what the child is struggling with most, but many of the symptoms overlap.

What are the symptoms of anxiety in children?

Anxiety has many symptoms and can look very different from child to child. Here are some common signs that a child might have an anxiety disorder:

Trouble sleeping

Complaining about stomachaches or other physical problems

Avoiding certain situations

Being clingy around parents or caregivers

Trouble concentrating in class or being very fidgety

Tantrums

Being very self-conscious

Children can be diagnosed with different kinds of anxiety depending on what they are most worried about.

What kinds of anxiety disorders can children experience?

Separation anxiety disorder: Children feel extremely upset when they have to be away from parents or caregivers. This anxiety goes beyond what other kids their age normally feel.

Symptoms of separation anxiety include:

Children with separation anxiety disorder show symptoms for at least four weeks.

Social anxiety disorder: Children with social anxiety disorder feel extremely self-conscious around other people. They are so afraid of being embarrassed that they avoid social situations and even speaking in class.

Symptoms of social anxiety disorder in children include:

Avoiding most social situations or feeling terrible when they have to participate in them

Physical symptoms like shaking, sweating or trouble breathing in social situations

In young children, tantrums and crying in social situations

Fear of others seeing their anxiety and judging them for it

For a child to be diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, their worry must be so extreme that it interferes with daily life.

Selective mutism: Children with selective mutism have a hard time speaking in some situations, like at school. These kids aren't just shy. Their anxiety is so bad that they feel frozen and are not able to speak.

To get a diagnosis of selective mutism, the child must:

Be able to speak in some situations but not others

Have had the problem for at least a month

Have problems with school and social activities as a result

Children are not diagnosed with selective mutism if their trouble speaking is caused by a communication disorder or language barrier.

Generalized anxiety disorder: Children with generalized anxiety disorder worry about a lot of everyday things. Their worry is not caused by anything specific and it is bad enough to get in the way of daily life.

Symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder in children include:

Restlessness

Feeling on edge

Feeling tired much of the time

Problems concentrating

Feeling angry

Trouble sleeping

To be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, children must experience symptoms most days for at least six months.

Panic disorder: Children with panic disorder have frequent, unexpected panic attacks. Panic attacks cause physical feelings that can make kids think they are dying or having a heart attack.Children are diagnosed with panic disorder when they experience at least one panic attack and show other signs including:

Constant fear of more panic attacks

A big change from normal behavior after the panic attacks, like avoiding places that remind them of an attack

When diagnosing a child with panic disorder, a professional also rules out medical causes and other disorders like PTSD.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Children with OCD have thoughts and worries that make them very anxious. They develop rules for themselves that they feel they must follow to control the anxiety.

Obsessions are the unwanted thoughts that make kids feel upset and anxious.

Compulsions are the rules kids feel they have to follow to get rid of their anxiety.

Children can be diagnosed with OCD when they have obsessions, compulsions or both.

Specific phobia: Kids with specific phobias are very afraid of one or more specific things. This fear is of something that isn't normally considered dangerous. Phobias disrupt kids' lives when they go out of their way to avoid the things they're afraid of.

Common phobias in children include:

Anxiety is a very general term used to describe a feeling of extreme worry or unease. Feeling anxious is natural after something upsetting happens. But when a child feels anxiety that lasts a long time and prevents them from doing things like going to school or seeing friends, then it becomes an anxiety disorder. Children can be diagnosed with several different anxiety disorders. The specific disorder depends on what the child is struggling with most, but many of the symptoms overlap.

What are the symptoms of anxiety in children?

Anxiety has many symptoms and can look very different from child to child. Here are some common signs that a child might have an anxiety disorder:

Trouble sleeping

Complaining about stomachaches or other physical problems

Avoiding certain situations

Being clingy around parents or caregivers

Trouble concentrating in class or being very fidgety

Tantrums

Being very self-conscious

Children can be diagnosed with different kinds of anxiety depending on what they are most worried about.

What kinds of anxiety disorders can children experience?

Separation anxiety disorder: Children feel extremely upset when they have to be away from parents or caregivers. This anxiety goes beyond what other kids their age normally feel.

Symptoms of separation anxiety include:

Children with separation anxiety disorder show symptoms for at least four weeks.

Social anxiety disorder: Children with social anxiety disorder feel extremely self-conscious around other people. They are so afraid of being embarrassed that they avoid social situations and even speaking in class.

Symptoms of social anxiety disorder in children include:

Avoiding most social situations or feeling terrible when they have to participate in them

Physical symptoms like shaking, sweating or trouble breathing in social situations

In young children, tantrums and crying in social situations

Fear of others seeing their anxiety and judging them for it

For a child to be diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, their worry must be so extreme that it interferes with daily life.

Selective mutism: Children with selective mutism have a hard time speaking in some situations, like at school. These kids aren't just shy. Their anxiety is so bad that they feel frozen and are not able to speak.

To get a diagnosis of selective mutism, the child must:

Be able to speak in some situations but not others

Have had the problem for at least a month

Have problems with school and social activities as a result

Children are not diagnosed with selective mutism if their trouble speaking is caused by a communication disorder or language barrier.

Generalized anxiety disorder: Children with generalized anxiety disorder worry about a lot of everyday things. Their worry is not caused by anything specific and it is bad enough to get in the way of daily life.

Symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder in children include:

Restlessness

Feeling on edge

Feeling tired much of the time

Problems concentrating

Feeling angry

Trouble sleeping

To be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, children must experience symptoms most days for at least six months.

Panic disorder: Children with panic disorder have frequent, unexpected panic attacks. Panic attacks cause physical feelings that can make kids think they are dying or having a heart attack.Children are diagnosed with panic disorder when they experience at least one panic attack and show other signs including:

Constant fear of more panic attacks

A big change from normal behavior after the panic attacks, like avoiding places that remind them of an attack

When diagnosing a child with panic disorder, a professional also rules out medical causes and other disorders like PTSD.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Children with OCD have thoughts and worries that make them very anxious. They develop rules for themselves that they feel they must follow to control the anxiety.

Obsessions are the unwanted thoughts that make kids feel upset and anxious.

Compulsions are the rules kids feel they have to follow to get rid of their anxiety.

Children can be diagnosed with OCD when they have obsessions, compulsions or both.

Specific phobia: Kids with specific phobias are very afraid of one or more specific things. This fear is of something that isn't normally considered dangerous. Phobias disrupt kids' lives when they go out of their way to avoid the things they're afraid of.

Common phobias in children include:

Almost all types of anxiety are best treated with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is based on the idea that how we think and act both affect how we feel. By learning to change negative thoughts and unhealthy actions, kids can change their bad feelings.

An important part of CBT in treatment for anxiety is called exposure and response prevention. In exposure and response prevention, the therapist helps the child face the thing they're afraid of a little at a time. By dealing with their fear in small amounts in a safe space, kids learn to deal with the big feelings that come up.

For some children, taking medication for anxiety in addition to going through therapy makes treatment more effective.

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Young people use the internet to contact friends they might know from school or other activities. Sometimes children with special educational needs and disabilities may struggle with making friends when other children are not being inclusive or kind.

Chatting to people online can be an easier way of making friends or finding like-minded people.

It can also be easier to talk to people online without the pressure of face-to-face interaction or sensory input. Talking online gives children more time to process than a standard conversation.

Children can chat with people they've met in online spaces, like on social media sites, gaming platforms or other online communities. But talking to people online can be risky if your child is talking to someone they don't know or haven't met before.

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Young people use the internet to contact friends they might know from school or other activities. Sometimes children with special educational needs and disabilities may struggle with making friends when other children are not being inclusive or kind. Chatting to people online can be an easier way of making friends or finding like-minded people.

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For many young people with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND), the internet can be a place where they feel safe, calm and in control. Somewhere they can make friends without having to communicate face-to-face, and build a community which they may not have in their offline life. Whilst recognising the internet is a great resource which young people enjoy using, life online for a child with SEND may pose additional challenges that require careful management and support.

This Hot Topic is designed to support you in understanding the risks of online activity, ensure that you know what to look out for, and provide practical ways in which you can help your child to enjoy their time online.

What opportunities can the internet offer my child?
There are so many positive opportunities for young people online, such as communicating with friends, watching videos or playing games. The internet is an amazing resource for many reasons and it's important to recognise how much young people love using it.

How do I start the conversation and what do I need to know?

Click below to find out how to support your child online

When should I talk about online safety to my child?

Whether your child is verbal or non-verbal, the moment your child expresses and interest in the internet, is the time to talk about, discuss or show ways in which they can stay safe online. Allow yourself enough time and choose a quiet space to avoid interruption. Everyone has the right to feel safe and enjoy their time online so it's important for them to understand boundaries and behaviour, both their own and that of other people. The earlier you start this communication, the easier it will be to talk about further online safety concerns in the future.

Join in and find out what they enjoy online.

Show an interest and find out what your child enjoys to do online and ask to be shown the things they like to play, look at, or watch. If possible, ask to join in as this will how you exactly what your child sees when they are online. For example, if they want to join a social media site, try creating an account for yourself to get to know how it works and where the settings are. That way, you can be confident in showing them what they need to do. Common Sense Media have some really helpful information and website suggestions.

Learn how to use parental controls.

Setting up parental controls and filters on your home internet can help to avoid age-inappropriate images, videos and websites being seen by your child whilst they are using the Wi-Fi. Many devices like phones, tablets and games consoles have parental controls settings to restrict this content, as well as restricting additional costs online, such as in-app purchasing and turning off location functions. Internet Matters provide some helpful information about these settings and how to use them.

Set up a family agreement together.

A Family Agreement is a great way of talking about online safety and how to use the internet in a positive way. Establishing an agreement together can help your child understand how to communicate safely and appropriately online and learn what to do if they find themselves in a challenging or unpleasant situation. It will also provide an opportunity for your child to decide who they should go and tell if something confusing or unpleasant happens online. We refer to this person as a trusted adult. These are people they already know, and they could be another relative, teacher, a youth leader or key support worker. If clearly displayed with whatever communication method works best for your child, be it written form or symbol aids, a family agreement can really help to reinforce and remind your child of the important things they need to know.

Get to know the tools which can help keep your child safe.

It's important to understand and get to know the tools and safety features on the things your child likes to use. Once you have get to know your child's favourite games, apps and services, ensure that you explore and understand the safety features they have on them. For example, find out what privacy settings they have, where these are and how to apply them. These will enable your child to choose who can see their account and what information online visitors can see. The UK Safer Internet website has advice about social media settings to help you understand these. Always make sure that you carefully read these as there may be additional levels of privacy available for children and young people, compared to adults.

Other important features to know are where to get help, how to block someone and how to make a report.

The following three options provide information on online content, online contact and online conduct. Choose an option for helpful advice and top tips.

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Tel: 01827 311500
Email: welcome@nasen.org.uk

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Sleepfullness The Solihull Approach to sleep addressing the most common infant and child sleep issues Sleep is important for our physical and mental wellbeing, and we know that from birth, sleep is fundamental for healthy brain development.

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Making Sense of SEND Language - A Glossary

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Pros:

Sensory Regulation:

Chew toys provide a safe and controlled outlet for oral sensory input, which can be particularly helpful for children with sensory processing disorder (SPD) or autism.

Self-Soothing and Calming:

Chewing can have a calming effect, helping children regulate their emotions, reduce anxiety, and manage stress.

Improved Focus and Attention:

Chewing can increase focus and attention, making it easier for children to concentrate on tasks.

Reduced Harmful Chewing:

Providing a safe alternative to chewing on clothing, pencils, or other inappropriate objects can protect children from potential harm and damage.

Strengthened Oral Motor Skills:

Chewing can help strengthen jaw muscles, improve tongue coordination, and enhance oral motor skills related to speech, eating, and drinking.

Increased Confidence and Emotional Regulation:

By providing a sense of comfort and control, chew toys can boost a child's confidence and improve their ability to regulate emotions.

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Cons:

Potential for Overstimulation:

If used excessively, chew toys can potentially overstimulate a child's sensory system, leading to increased anxiety or restlessness.

Social Considerations:

Some children may be hesitant to use chew toys in public due to concerns about social stigma or unwanted attention from peers.

Choking Hazards:

It's important to choose chew toys that are appropriately sized and made from durable materials to minimize the risk of choking or injury.

Potential for Damage:

While chew toys are designed to be durable, some children may chew aggressively, potentially damaging the toy or causing injury.

Not a Universal Solution:

Chewing is not a one-size-fits-all solution for sensory regulation, and some children may not find it helpful or may require additional strategies.

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