Inclusive Teaching is the Future
Earlier this month, SENsational Tutors attended the TES SEND Show to connect with people who support SEND and discover the latest insights. Milly Allinson, our
October 22, 2025
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Calls for Change in Children’s SEND Rights: the SEND Inquiry, MP Debate and SOCR Rally
The House of Education Committee has just published its inquiry report “Solving the SEND Crisis”. https://committees.parliament.uk/publications/49536/documents/264041/default/ https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/203/education-committee/news/209313/solving-the-send-crisis-report-calls-for-culture-shift-and-funding-to-make-mainstream-education-genuinely-inclusive/ The inquiry emphasises a need to embed SEND
September 18, 2025
UK SEND Statistics: Part 3 – Age Distribution of Children and Young People with EHCPs
This is the third in our series of UK SEND statistics as we look into the age of children in the UK who have an
August 3, 2025
UK SEND Statistics: Part 2 – Educational Settings for Pupils with EHCP’s
This is the second in our series of UK SEND statistics as we look into the numbers, stats and figures across many categories of SEND
June 12, 2025
How can I use Assistive Technologies to Support my Autistic Child?
“Around one in 57 (1.76%) children in the UK are on the autistic spectrum, significantly higher than previously reported” As suggested by Department of Psychiatry,
May 22, 2025
UK SEND Statistics: Part 1 – Number of Pupils (With or without an EHCP)
This is the first in our series of UK SEND statistics as we look into the numbers, stats and figures across many categories of SEND
May 6, 2025
Case Study – FRAMELESS Chilled SEND Session
Who: FRAMELESS – Marble Arch When: 18th February 2025 What: Interactive art experience How long: 2 hours Introduction FRAMELESS in London’s Marble Arch offers an
April 9, 2025
Thriving with SEND: Celebrating Strengths and Achievements
We often talk about the challenges faced by young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) but with the right support, SEND individuals can
December 18, 2024
The TTA’s Trade Mission to China; What we Learned and Why you Should go on the Next Mission
Founded in 2013, The Tutor Association, (TTA) was established as a common ground for the tutoring profession; a community that represents and supports tutors in
December 4, 2024
Time To Talk Day – Getting Kids With SEN To Open Up
‘Time to Talk Day’ takes place on February 1st and is now in its tenth year. Organised by mental health charities ‘Mind’ and ‘Rethink Mental
February 1, 2024
Mental Health & Special Needs
World Mental Health Day (10th October) – was established in 1992 to promote understanding of mental and emotional health. But despite growing awareness of these
October 10, 2023
Making Literacy Enjoyable For Dyslexic Students
Dyslexia is a neurological condition that affects a person’s ability to read, write and spell but it can also impact their ability to organise themselves, retain
September 20, 2023
What Is It Like To Have Adhd?
When we think about someone with ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder – many of us picture a small boy, hurtling around the classroom –
September 15, 2023
Can Assistive Technology Can Help Children With SEN?
Technology has completely revolutionised all aspects of modern life in just a few years. As an example, you can now see who’s at your front
August 31, 2023
Is An EHCP Always Necessary?
An education and healthcare plan – known as an ‘EHCP’ – is a document drawn up by a local authority which sets out exactly what
August 24, 2023
Celebrating Diversity Month
April is Diversity Awareness Month. Human beings, as we know, come in all shapes and sizes, hail from a variety of backgrounds and have hugely
April 23, 2023
Michael Barton – Autism Ambassador
Autistic people are individuals with their own, unique profile of strengths and difficulties. Even so, in general terms, they will usually have problems with social
September 17, 2022
National Epilepsy Week
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects approximately 600,000 people in the UK. Many of us associate it with what we’ve seen in films and
May 22, 2022
ADHD Awareness Month
It’s ADHD Awareness Month – attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, to give it its full name. The NHS defines it as a neurological disorder characterised by
October 20, 2021
Sensory Processing Disorder Awareness Month
October is ‘Sensory Processing Disorder Awareness Month’ – which is something of a mouthful if you don’t have your dentures in! Tongue-twisters aside, the aim
October 14, 2021
Preparing To Go Back To School For SEN Children
Remember the excitement of starting a new academic year every September? Even if you weren’t too fussed about school in general, it was usually thrilling
August 26, 2021
Learning Disability Awareness Week 2021 – 14 – 20 June
Many things can get in the way of a child or young person’s ability to learn. It could be that they have a condition such
June 14, 2021
Ofsted Special Needs Report Identifies Serious Cause for Concern
Data published by Ofsted on May 7th, 2021 provides worrying indications concerning Special Needs provision in England. Figures gathered by the inspectorate in the five
May 12, 2021
Online SEN tutoring and homeschooling – why it works!
Written by Joanna Gibbs, (PGCE, QTS, B.A. (Hons), M.Ed.) specialist qualified teacher and founder and director of SENsational Tutors As the world adapts to new
April 30, 2020
SEN friendly things to do – October half-term in London
October half-term in London Hubble bubble toil and trouble… Just as we settle the kids back to school after a long summer, October half-term creeps
October 1, 2018
How to help your child with spellings – Dealing with Dyslexia at home
Does your child remember spellings for tests but then forgets them the next day? Is reading like forcing a horse to water? Dyslexia is the most
September 28, 2018
Get 25% off your private tutor plus an Amazon voucher this October!
Refer a Friend Tell your friends about our private tutor services in London and you could claim some SENsational rewards this October All you have
September 18, 2018
Big ideas for Little Learners transitioning to ‘Big School’
Transitioning from nursery to reception If your children are transitioning from nursery to reception, it can be a nerve-wracking time. How will they cope in
August 30, 2018
What are the benefits of meditation and mindfulness for you and your child?
Meditation and mindfulness In today’s fast paced society it’s even more important to take time out to relax. Never before have we been bombarded with
August 6, 2018
Special Educational Needs (SEN) friendly summer kids activities
Special Educational Needs friendly summer kids activities For families with Autism or Special Educational Needs (SEN) there are plenty of exciting places to spend your summer
July 30, 2018
Great Summer Days Out for the kids in London and beyond
SUMMER DAYS OUT FOR THE KIDS IN LONDON There are many ways to entertain the children this summer, both indoors and outdoors. But if you
July 20, 2018
8 ways to combat summer learning loss
Studies suggest that children lose 30% of their learning over the summer holiday. This summer learning loss is especially evident in children aged 10 and
July 2, 2018
SENsational Tutors launches FREE Summer Camp for Westminster children
SENsational Tutors Ltd., London’s leading Special Needs tuition company, has received funding from Westminster City Council to provide approximately 20 children in Westminster with a
June 19, 2018
How to help my autistic child to read
Reading is one activity that a child with autism may find particularly challenging. We consider three distinct learning styles, while putting a lesson plan together to help a child with autism with learning to read.
June 4, 2018