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UK Primary SENDco. Mum, Nana. Love gardens and books.

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Aaron King @9000lives.org · 04/03/2026
Bringing #FFBWednesday to BlueSky. Ready to build genuine education connections? 💫 Like and repost 💫 Comment with your edu bio + #FFBWeds 💫 Follow everyone who participates Let's create the education community BlueSky deserves.
Callout reads #FFBWednesday: Connecting UK Educators and Education.

A matrix shows excellent people involved in education, including worthy BlueSky contributors: 
1.	@simonebeach.bsky.social, a primary school headteacher
2.	@bennewmark.bsky.social, a secondary school teacher
3.	@hoylerosemary.bsky.social, a chair of governors
4.	@5naureen.bsky.social, a school governor
5.	@primaryteachermary.bsky.social, a primary school teacher
6.	@nourishworkplce.bsky.social, a supporter for school wellbeing
7.	@simonknight100.bsky.social, a special school headteacher
8.	@danlyndon.bsky.social, a secondary history specialist / teacher
9.	@schoolsweek.bsky.social, a widely respected education newspaper.

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Aaron King @9000lives.org · 18/02/2026
Here's an excellent analysis of what Ofsted face when they must consider the accessibility of your school's SEN report. bsky.app/profile/scho...
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Down's Syndrome Association @dsa-uk.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Sensory processing differences are relatively common among people who have Down’s syndrome, although they may look different for each person. This resource gives an overview of the sensory system, sensory regulation and sensory processing. Click here to view this resource: loom.ly/vv-LbsM
Images of the front cover and pages from our 'Sensory Processing and Differences' Factsheet Resource.
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
This short video adds some further thoughts on what it's like to be monotropic. It explains and also shows how to support monotropic Autistic individuals Created by Wenn Lawson youtu.be/cJb52LdWmSQ?...
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Understanding Monotropism
YouTube video by Wenn Lawson
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Dr Becky Wood @thewoodbug.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Very much enjoying reading 'Understanding Others in a Neurodiverse World' by Dr Gemma Williams. Scholarly but written in an accessible and conversational style. Some good important arguments, underpinned by research, on autism and communication. 🙌🏻
Photo of book cover of 'Understanding Others in a Neurodiverse World' by Dr Gemma Williams. Yellow cover with bee and honeycomb imagery.
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Updated webpage all about monotropism. Jam-packed with research, blogs, podcasts, videos, books and more! autisticrealms.com/monotropism/
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Monotropism Resources and Signposting | Autistic Realms
Monotropism&Being Monotropic The theory of Monotropism was developed by Dr Dinah Murray, Wenn Lawson and Mike Lesser (2005) in the late 1990's and ...
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Anna Freud @annafreudcharity.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
We have resources for families of autistic people at www.autismcentral.org.uk You can join one of our free events: www.autismcentral.org.uk/events And 1-1 sessions with peer guides: www.autismcentral.org.uk/one-one Sessions are open to families of autistic people of all ages who live in England.💜
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John Roberts @johngroberts.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
DfE announces that programme to train teachers in primary schools to better support neurodiverse pupils is being continued for another year. www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Neurodivergent training support scheme extended
Pupils who are neurodiverse often face bullying and higher rates of suspension, warns DfE
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Aaron King @9000lives.org · 24/11/2024
I created a Starter pack on SEND in England. It's for professionals and families go.bsky.app/RUAW7ML If you'd like adding, give us a wave in the replies.
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Larry the Cat @number10cat.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
The 8th May has been marked as VE Day since before Trump was born. VE stands for Victory in Europe. As for the First World War, the idea that some Yank who refused to serve in the military, will command people around the world not to call it Rembrance Day is laughable. Sod off.
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Sara Alston @seainclusion.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
In March, the EEF updated their guidance on effective TA deployment. I have now written a blog looking at the key issues and identifying the difference from their previous guidance. Hopefully it is useful. www.seainclusion.co.uk/post/a-quick...
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A quick guide to the EEF guidance on TA deployment
In March 2025, the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) released new guidance on the Deployment of Teaching Assistants. This is an update and reframing of the 2015 guidance on Making the Best Use of T...
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Aaron King @9000lives.org · 08/04/2025
✨ FREE Glossary of SEND for schools ✨ Navigating SEND jargon can be tricky, but this gets you up to speed! Over 90 essential terms explained simply. Perfect for parents, staff and governors. 🙌 👇 Download your copy NOW buff.ly/Zwk9V32 🔄 RT & share #Inclusion
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A SEND Glossary: 90 common SEND terms explained
This downloadable SEND Glossary explains more than 90 terms. Use it to help your parents, governors and staff to navigate the SEND maze.
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Flight Free UK @flightfreeuk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
If you took advantage of the Interrail spring sale (or if you just want to find out what Interrail is all about) we have this helpful explainer on our website: flightfree.co.uk/post/how-to-... Using Interrail is our TOP TIP for keeping travel costs down. Keep an eye out for future sales!
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How to interrail
A guide to using Europe's rail-travel pass, Interrail
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Bradford Research School @bradresearchsch.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
NEW POST: Deployment and Dialogue: Engaging TAs to Improve Practice Ensuring TAs are engaged in implementation to ensure effective deployment
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Deployment and Dialogue: Engaging TAs to Improve Practice
Engaging teaching assistants in the deployment of teaching assistants
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SEDSConnective @sedsconnective.org · 03/04/2025
Interoception This inner sense informs us of the state of our internal body. It’s might be surprising to know that some people have differences actually knowing when they have more or less insight into their bodily senses such as anxiety or how fast their heart is beating.
SEDSConnective 2020 infographic on interoception self regulation and emotional dysregulation  image of person depiction of organs and text with arrows.
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Sue Cowley @suecowley.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
I'm delighted to have been part of the big team which created this free document. Hat tip to @aaronearlyyears.bsky.social for coordinating it. www.early-years-reviews.com/play-matters Download it to find out more about the how and the why! #PlayMatters
The cover art for Play Matters. Bright blue with images of children playing.

Download it here:
https://www.early-years-reviews.com/play-matters
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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 01/03/2025
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Dirty Ole Town @dirty-ile-town.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
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Alex Quigley @alexjquigley.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
Are you interested in finding out about new research & resources? Do you want to have your say in national issues, practical solutions, & testing out cutting-edge, new resources? The EEF Exchange might be for you! Find out more here: educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/networks/eef...
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Jon Severs @jonsevers.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
As @tomrees.bsky.social begins his work looking at inclusion for the gov, @ellencph.bsky.social breaks down the SEND system into numbers - revealing huge rises in need and detailing everything from types of need, to which types of schools have seen the biggest rises www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
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Revealed: the scale of the SEND crisis in numbers
The huge shortfall in funding for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities is clear. But how many children now need support - and how has this figure increased in recent years? Tes analy...
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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · 02/02/2025
School Environment and Leadership: Evidence Review. “These school-level factors are our current best bets for school leaders to pay attention to in order to promote students’ learning.” Prof Coe Download, share and discuss👇 buff.ly/3Cx4GK4 #EduSky #UKEd
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Alex Quigley @alexjquigley.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
My new 3Rs newsletter is live. It includes a review of a brilliant book on the science of storytelling, research on teacher/pupil diversity, student motivation, a new Steplab documentary, and more. [Quick, free sign-up] alexquigley.co.uk/the-3rs-read...
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The 3Rs - Reading, writing, and research to be interested in #56
Alex Quigley (The Confident Teacher) is a blog by the author, Alex Quigley - @AlexJQuigley - sharing ideas and evidence about education, teaching and learning.
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Dr. Aaron Bradbury @aaronearlyyears.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Time to do the last check of the final proofs of the new Edited book A Manifesto for Early Childhood. Here is a sneak peek of what’s to come of this amazing edited book. You can pre order yours here amzn.eu/d/inGc41y
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Alex Quigley @alexjquigley.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
‘Three pillars of vocabulary teaching’ 1. Explicit vocabulary teaching 2. Incidental vocabulary learning 3. Cultivating ‘word consciousness’ alexquigley.co.uk/three-pillar...
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oliver caviglioli @olicav.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
#EduSky #UKEd We're soon rolling out progress pathways — with steps! — at @WALKTHRUs_5. Travel along three separate & sequenced routes: Prepare For It Design It Make It Happen
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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · 21/01/2025
Looking for new resources to enhance your teaching practices? Our Resource Library is free to join and includes: 📽️ 17 element videos relating to the Model for Great Teaching 📖 eBooks on assessment & feedback 🎙️ Podcasts with teachers & researchers Sign-up here:
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Resource Library
A free Resource Library for teachers including eBooks, podcasts and webinars on assessment theory.
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Alex Quigley @alexjquigley.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
My latest 3Rs newsletter (for subscribers - FREE) includes a review of a new book on vocabulary at the transition between primary & secondary school, along with a free new ebook on knowledge rich curricula, new evidence on attendance, & more alexquigley.co.uk/the-3rs-read...
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The 3Rs - Reading, writing, and research to be interested in #55
Alex Quigley (The Confident Teacher) is a blog by the author, Alex Quigley - @AlexJQuigley - sharing ideas and evidence about education, teaching and learning.
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oliver caviglioli @olicav.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
#UKEd #EduSky This 36-page summary of Direct Instruction (DI) is excellent. And free, from: nifdi.org/research/jou... Thanks Kris_Boulton for the recommendation, in the equally excellent podcast (Progressively Incorrect) by MrZachG recently.
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Blake Harvard @blakeharvard.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
The Pyramid of Myth When you see this pyramid, ignore it. Its statistics are a complete fabrication. theeffortfuleducator.com/2017/11/29/t...
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The Pyramid of Myth - The Effortful Educator
This article discusses the myth of the learning pyramid; providing anecdotes and research to dispel the myth.
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Joel Morris @gralefrit.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
This is an incredible, arresting piece of writing. Well worth your time.
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Sarah Watkins @minilebowski.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
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Jimmy Carter, longest-lived US president, dies aged 100
Former president faced series of economic and foreign policy crises, including Iran hostage affair and Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
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Harry Eccles @harryeccles.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
I seem to have upset the Nigel Farage fan club - so let me be clear. This man sows hate, lies and division. He is a grifter and a conman. He does not represent the vast majority of Britons. Repost if you agree P.s. multiculturalism is great.
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Christopher Such @suchmo83.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
A *new* blog - 5 Key ideas from Primary Reading Simplified primarycolour.home.blog/2024/12/22/5...
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5 Key Ideas from Primary Reading Simplified
First, let’s cut to the chase: this blog is a thinly disguised advert for my new book, Primary Reading Simplified. I devoted a frankly absurd amount of time and energy to writing the book, an…
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Melinda Salisbury @melindasalisbury.com · 21/12/2024
That's it, folks. We did the darkest bit. The light will start creeping back now. Good job, everyone
A photo of a golden sun rising over a calm, dark sea
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Teacher’s Manual @unofficialoa.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
Good morning teachers, Ever been told ‘it’s all about relationships’ but never been quite sure what that means? Check out my latest book - Building Relationships in Schools - for the lowdown. The perfect stocking filler 🎄 #PGCE #ECT #edusky www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Guide...
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A Little Guide for Teachers: Building Relationships in Schools
Buy A Little Guide for Teachers: Building Relationships in Schools 1 by Akbar, Omar (ISBN: 9781529672862) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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The Literacy Company @theliteracycompany.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Recent Ofsted reports have revealed that many schools find it difficult to provide children with the foundational knowledge and skills they need. Head to our blog to download our FREE 'Supporting Pupils with Foundational Skills' document: ow.ly/MRHp50Usry7 #EduSkyPrimary #EduSky
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Katherine Kowalski @saltwaterscribe.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
ND folks and #SENDfamily... there's some absolutely FANTASTIC stuff on this Substack newsletter from Jade Farrington. Definitely one to watch in the ND/mental health space. Neurodiversity Newsletter December Edition open.substack.com/pub/jadefarr...
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Neurodiversity Newsletter December Edition
Counselling - Neurodiversity - Information - Signposting
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Mia’s Mom @mias-mom.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
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AR @psalisbury.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
This is excellent. Of course I agree with it, which is what makes it excellent, ha…
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Sue Cowley @suecowley.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
This website really is excellent if you're interested in how young children develop. ⬇️
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Joel Morris @gralefrit.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
You can fill in this nightmare AI form slightly more quickly than it appears because the answer to most of it is “enforce existing copyright legislation” and “don’t steal” and “property is property” or “this is my job, fuck off.” You can cut and paste a lot.
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Ed Finch @edfinch.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
It's lunchtime on the last day of term for most teachers and leaders. So, a great time to stumble across the government call for evidence on SEND. This is the most important matter currently facing education - not one to be rushed. You have till Jan 30th. committees.parliament.uk/call-for-evi...
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Call for Evidence - Committees - UK Parliament
Solving the SEND Crisis
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Sue Cowley @suecowley.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Don't forget to like and repost as you pass through. You won't get notifications for doing it but it doesn't matter because we are the algorithm on here. 😉😊
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HeidiC @heidic2023.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
SEND books to dip into this holiday. Any thoughts?
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HeidiC @heidic2023.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
End of term. Christmas TBR pile. Where should I start?
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Andrew Cowley @andrewcowley23.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
If you are in a state school in England and yet to access your £1200 grant for Senior Designated Mental Health Leaders Training, you have only until 31st December to apply. www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Senior mental health lead training grant funding
Information for eligible state-funded schools and colleges about grant funding for senior mental health lead training and how to apply.
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Dr Julia Grace Patterson @jujuliagrace.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
“It is not the model of the NHS that is broken, but the political will to fund it properly.” If you agree with that, please could you share this?🚨 👉https://open.substack.com/pub/jujuliagrace/p/the-harrowing-case-of-a-murdered?r=2654ap&utm_medium=ios
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The harrowing case of a murdered executive is shining a light on the pain caused when health is a commodity.
Call To Action
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Georgina Durrant @georginadurrant.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
It’s BACK! And on BlueSky! Friday’s #SENDSky (pls RT) For everyone who parents/supports/teaches children with Special Educational Needs & disabilities (SEND) How to join 👍 Like & RT this post ✍️ Reply with your bio & ‘#SENDSKY’ 😃 Follow all the lovely people 👥 Tag friends Grow your network
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