Starting out on the NPQ for SENCOs soon, or considering it? Here's some advice from those already doing the course: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/12qqt3

Georgina Durrant spoke with MP Helen Hayes about the Education Committee's recent report on the SEND system, speaking of the 'deep trauma' faced by parents. Find out what they discussed: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/17szt5

MPs have released a report calling the current SEND system 'fragmented' and 'unclear'. They make recommendations for the upcoming reforms. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/195igs

Ofsted's new framework says SENDCos should have power and authority within a school's leadership structure to 'make a positive difference' for pupils with SEND. However, many are still not part of their school's leadership team. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/uojp2

A survey of SENDCos reveals the disparity in pay approaches across the country, with some receiving no allowance for undertaking the role. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/s9kcc

Government hails biggest ‘improvement in attendance for a decade’, but SEND absence gap widens. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/f5h0b

As schools await news of SEND reforms this autumn, 3000 educators told Teacher Tapp what they want to change. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/18bxg7

As the new school year begins, Digest has your key SEND dates in one place: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1cezem

Many SENDCos head back to school today - some new to role and some experienced. SEND Digest has a handy round-up of SENDCo articles, from useful tips to thoughts from leaders in the world of SEND. www.twinkl.co.uk/l/dza0c

In another back to school article, SEND Digest considers what educators can do to promote an inclusive classroom environment. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/162apu

As the end of the holidays nears, Digest has put together a round-up of our back to school content for educators and parents. #BackToSchool #BackToSchool2025 Catch up below and read the full articles at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

As educators prepare to head back to the classroom, how can they ensure they support their pupils with SEND? Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/170u9c

In an episode of the SEND in the Experts podcast, Georgina Durrant discussed the SENDCo role with SEND consultant and author, Natalie Packer. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1e69uy

A report has been released by the DfE into the fully funded EY SENCO programme which almost a quarter of participants did not complete. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7wx6p

At the mid-point of the summer break, here's a roundup of some of Digest's wellbeing content for educators and parents. From self-care and switching off to tackling loneliness and finding summer discounts, visit 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56 to read these and more.

Following last week's SEND Digest article with Lynn How, part two looks at what SENDCos and others should know about the requirements of an EHCP. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7828t

Georgina Durrant recently spoke to Lynn How about the role of the SENDCo. SEND Digest takes a look at the highlights of the SEND in the Experts podcast episode: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1fhd3q

The DfE has launched a survey for parents and carers to give their opinions on SEND 'units' or 'bases'. Find out more and how you can contribute: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/k0q8q

I had the pleasure of interviewing Jo Tolley, one of the co-researchers on the Young People Young Voices project. Find out more about how educators can really listen to and include their pupils identified as having SEND: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/u5uab

This week’s 60 second news roundup features: 👉New EYFS framework 👉Rising absence rates 👉Ofsted plans for resuming inspections 👉MAT CFO Insights Survey 👉New RSE guidance 👉SEND units in mainstream schools 👉SEND-friendly family days out Read more at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

Recent reports highlight concerning SEND trends in children year 1 and below. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/gvdef

In a recent SEND in the Experts podcast, Georgina Durrant spoke to Lisa Henshall about how her MAT is setting up inclusive SEND units at the 'heart' of their schools. Read the highlights here: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1lipsh

Catch up on July's SEND news here, including: 📰 SEND in the new writing framework 📰 DfE spending on SEND transport 📰 Project UP Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/8p2yg

This week’s 60 second news roundup features: 👉 Call to end KS2 SATs 👉 SEND in the new writing framework 👉 KCSIE 2025 👉 New Best Start for Life strategy & EYFS 👉 Parents urged to read more 👉 Teaching as a people-pleaser 👉 TA discounts Read more at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

The #DfE has released a new writing framework, which includes a section on 'Pupils who need the most support’. Find out where #SEND features: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1d7knj

Spending on transport alone for pupils with SEND costing over £2 billion. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/10d30b

Catch up on the SEND news from July so far, including the last session of the Solving the SEND Crisis inquiry. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/8p2yg

SEND Digest hears from Nyall Simms at Project UP about the initiative initiative ‘ensuring Black children with SEND are recognised, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive’. Find out more from ‪@laurendigest.bsky.social‬ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/wkidm

This week’s 60 second news roundup features: 👉 @cmckinnellmp.bsky.social on SEND reform 👉 TA pay offer 👉 Working Lives of Teachers and Leaders Report 👉 Should toilet training happen earlier? 👉 KS1 sun safety 👉 KS2 year groups 👉 End of term gifts for teachers Read more at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

A real pleasure to discuss Project UP with Nyall Simms and how the initiative is 'ensuring Black children with SEND are recognised, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive'. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/b1vtz

BREAKING: SEND inquiry - Catherine McKinnell MP: ‘We won’t be removing any existing, effective support’ www.twinkl.co.uk/l/p2ime

Catch up with SEND Digest updates from June, including national SEND statistics and government reports. Find out more from @laurendigest.bsky.social‬: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/18000q

This week’s 60 second news roundup features: 👉 Jon Cripwell on consistency 👉 Helen Sheridan on automaticity in maths 👉 SENDCo job shares 👉 Research on apprenticeship training 👉 Raising the Nation Play Commission report 👉 School food standards 👉 TA burnout Read more at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

BREAKING NEWS: EHCP statistics released by DfE. Now less than half of EHCPs are delivered on time. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/puyhr

Recent reports have highlighted challenges in recruitment in the SEND school workforce. In today's Digest, we hear from a provider training teachers specifically for specialist settings about why such a route is needed: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/oqnxs

Are job shares the answer to SENDCo workload issues? SEND Digest hears from people sharing the workload with another SENDCo or assistant: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1l9mgw

📣 BREAKING📣 The Dedicated Schools Grant Statutory Override, which helps councils manage SEND costs, will stay in place until the end of 2027/28. It was due to finish March 2026.

This week’s 60 second news roundup features: 👉 Thank a Teacher Day 👉 Educators on the honours list 👉 SEND statistics 2025 👉 @unison.org.uk on TAs 👉 Balancing holiday screen time 👉 @ofcom.bsky.social on online safety education 👉 Hedgehog rescue 🦔 Read more at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

Public Accounts Committee report released today reveals local authority 'cliff edge' for SEND spending. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/9y4nd

Today's SEND Digest looks at the importance of home and school collaboration when supporting young people using AAC, with insights from Twinkl Educational Content Lead, Kerry Trow: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1cgl9h

In case you missed it, a quick breakdown of the DfE's latest SEND statistics: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ar5m5

60 second news featuring: 👉KS1 transition advice 👉pupils with SEND on transition to secondary school 👉Leaders’ unions on SEND next steps and EHCPs 👉SSSNB consultation 👉Analysing KS2 SATs 👉EYFS food research project 👉Managing work and childcare over the summer Read more at: twinkl.co.uk/l/wha56

SEND Digest explores how both primary and secondary schools can support transition for year 6s with SEND moving up to their next school. Find out more from @laurendigest.bsky.social‬ here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/jwqbe

Read June's SEND updates, including AI, transition and headteacher interview tips: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/azt61

What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication? Find out in today's Digest: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1c064w

Thinking of applying for or attending an interview at a SEND setting? Headteacher shares her tips and suggestions: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/lyuky

Catch up with May's SEND news as we head towards a new month: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1dgwy4

The DfE extends its neurodiversity training initiative by investing £95m. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/wvao2

SEND Digest heard from a group of SEND leaders about the successes and challenges of being neurodivergent in the role. Find out more: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/12wtaw

May has been a busy month! Catch up on SEND updates including: 🟠 EHCP change concerns 🟠 Children's Commissioner mental health report 🟠 New assistant SENDCo apprenticeship 🟠 EHCP prioritisation by LAs Read more here - www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1dgwy4