SEND in the experts with Georgina Durrant (Special Educational Needs Podcast)

Georgina Durrant

This podcast hosted by Georgina Durrant is all about teaching and supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We aim to share the amazing things that our guests are doing to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEND). *This Podcast is proudly brought to you by the SEND team at Twinkl. Please bear in mind, the views and opinions expressed are those of individuals, and may not represent those of Twinkl.

  1. Dyslexic Thinking - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Kate Griggs CEO and Founder of Made by Dyslexia

    5 AUG

    Dyslexic Thinking - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Kate Griggs CEO and Founder of Made by Dyslexia

    In this episode of SEND in the Experts, Twink's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Podcast, host Georgina Durrant (Twinkl’s National Inclusion Lead, published author, and former teacher/SENDCO) welcomes trailblazer Kate Griggs, CEO and founder of Made by Dyslexia. Kate brings her trademark energy and vision to the conversation, advocating passionately for recognising and championing Dyslexic Thinking in education and beyond. She shares her personal journey with dyslexia, from early struggles to thriving once her strengths were acknowledged, and opens up about her drive to create a world where dyslexic learners are empowered to shine. The episode dives into key themes from her children's book Xtraordinary People, which helps children identify their unique Dyslexic Thinking skills. With heartfelt advice for parents and educators, Kate stresses the importance of spotting strengths early, nurturing resilience, and fostering self-esteem in dyslexic learners. Listeners will also discover how Made by Dyslexia is leading the charge in transforming classrooms into inclusive spaces. From celebrity stories to practical tips, this episode is a celebration of dyslexia and neurodiversity more widely, and a call to action to rethink how we define success in education. Parents Guide to Dyslexia: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/x9xri Dyslexia intervention: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/yeyjr Powerpoint 'My Friend has Dyslexia' information: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/14p0v5

    21 min

  2. 8 JUL

    Setting up Inclusive Resource Provisions & SEN units - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Lisa Henshall

    SEND in the Experts with Georgina Durrant – Featuring Lisa Henshall on Inclusive Resource Provisions In this insightful episode of SEND in the Experts, host Georgina Durrant, Twinkl's National Inclusion Lead, published author & former teacher/ SENDCO, welcomes the passionate and experienced Lisa Henshall to the podcast. Brought to you by Twinkl, this SEND podcast series is dedicated to supporting educators, parents, and professionals working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Whether you're on your daily commute or enjoying a quiet moment with a cup of tea, this episode offers valuable guidance and inspiration. Lisa Henshall shares her journey and deep-rooted passion for inclusive education, offering a wealth of knowledge on how to better support learners with SEND. The conversation dives into the government's push for greater inclusivity in mainstream schools and explores the growing role of resource provisions, specialist units within mainstream settings designed to meet the needs of some learner with SEND. Lisa explains what resource provisions are, how they function, and how and why they are a vital part of inclusive education. Listeners will also gain practical insights into how to ensure these provisions foster true inclusion, not just for the learners who access them, but for the entire school community. Lisa highlights the importance of collaboration, training, and thoughtful planning in creating inclusive environments that benefit all students. Plus, Lisa discusses her recent collaboration with Twinkl alongside colleagues Louise Lawrence and Sarah Camacho. Together, they developed a powerful new resource packed with top tips for setting up a successful resource provision which can be found here https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/cxiob This episode is a must-listen for school leaders, SENDCOs, and educators looking to make meaningful change.

    29 min
  3. Supporting children with SEND with transitions (moving from Primary School to Secondary) - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Gary Aubin

    3 JUN

    Supporting children with SEND with transitions (moving from Primary School to Secondary) - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Gary Aubin

    In this episode of Twinkl's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) podcast, SEND in the Experts with Georgina Durrant, Georgina chats to Gary Aubin all about supporting children with SEND with transitions. Whether that be moving from primary to secondary school or from one year group to another. Twinkl Symbols - My New School Transition Booklet https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/9cvgeSEND Transitions- Top Tips for Moving to a new class https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7lcjwTop Tips for Supporting children moving to secondary school: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ue2gy

    10 min
  4. SENDCOs and EHCPs- Georgina Durrant in Conversation with Lynn How

    6 MAY

    SENDCOs and EHCPs- Georgina Durrant in Conversation with Lynn How

    In this podcast episode of our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) podcast, Georgina Durrant and Lynn How explore the realities of being a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCO). Lynn shares her passion for supporting children and young people with SEND, offering insights into the rewards and challenges of the role. She discusses the highlights of being a SENDCO, the pressures they face, and the ways they navigate their responsibilities, including the graduated approach (https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/nckeg) and the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) process. Lynn provides guidance on the EHCP process (more information can be found here https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/15qn9c ) The episode also delves into the importance of collaboration with teachers, senior leadership teams (SLT), and parents, as well as practical advice on managing wellbeing in a demanding profession. A must-listen for educators and anyone invested in inclusive education. EHCP Course: https://twinklpd.com/ehc-plan-explained-offer Information on the Graduated Approach: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/nckeg Lynn's links: https://positiveyoungmind.com/

    33 min
  5. Autism, sensory processing differences and anxiety - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Joe Fautley

    8 APR

    Autism, sensory processing differences and anxiety - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Joe Fautley

    This podcast episode from our Twinkl SEND podcast "SEND in the Experts" hosted by Georgina Durrant, focuses on supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Georgina is joined by Joe Faultley, an autistic and neurodivergent advocate with dyspraxia and anxiety, who works at the Council for Disabled Children and is an active member of the SEND and education community. Joe shares his personal experiences, insights on autism advocacy, and advice for improving education for autistic students, emphasising the importance of supporting children and young people with sensory processing differences, communication needs, and anxiety. He highlights his work in promoting awareness, acceptance, and understanding of neurodiversity through media and delivering training. This episode offers practical tips for educators to better support SEND learners, in particular autistic learners. Find out more about using Twinkl Symbols to support children and young people with communication here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ypt3j or download the free Twinkl Symbols AAC app: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1asrsn Find out more about supporting autistic children and young people here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/140sia

    26 min
  6. ADHD - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Colin Foley

    12 MAR

    ADHD - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Colin Foley

    In this episode of our Special Educational Needs and Disability podcast, Georgina Durrant chats to Colin Foley from the ADHD foundation. They discuss what ADHD is and how ADHD can present. Colin shares advice on supporting children and young people with ADHD and they also dispel myths surrounding ADHD. They also discuss the impact that puberty can have on ADHD symptoms. ADHD foundation's website: https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/ ADHD resources: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/krero

    46 min
  7. Education System not a SEND System - Georgina Durrant is joined by Annamarie Hassal CEO of nasen

    12 FEB

    Education System not a SEND System - Georgina Durrant is joined by Annamarie Hassal CEO of nasen

    In this episode of our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) podcast, Georgina Durrant chats to the CEO of nasen. They discuss her career, her passion for supporting children and young people with SEND and her vision for the future of SEND education in the UK. They also discuss the nasen awards, nasen Live and the nasen assured status that Twinkl Symbols received. nasen assured Twinkl Symbols: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/symbols Twinkl Symbols is a collection of visual symbols designed to support communication for individuals with speech and language difficulties or special educational needs (SEND), allowing them to express themselves through pictures and visual representations, often used in the form of communication boards or books created through the Twinkl Symbols app or web tool; essentially, it's a system to aid communication through visual imagery.  SEND Small Steps resources - created for learners who need clear, structured lessons in maths that are simple and don't cause visual stress.: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1ia65m nasen website https://nasen.org.uk/

    40 min
  8. Educational Psychologists - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Dr Gavin Morgan from the BPS

    8 JAN

    Educational Psychologists - Georgina Durrant in conversation with Dr Gavin Morgan from the BPS

    In this episode of our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Podcast, Georgina Durrant was delighted to be joined by Dr Gavin Morgan, chair of the Division of Educational and Child Psychology at the British Psychological Society. Georgina and Gavin discuss a whole range of topics, including: The role of an Educational Psychologist (EP) and when teachers might need them.When EPs are needed for EHC needs assessmentsThe impact of a shortage of EPsWorkload of EPsHow schools can work effectively with EPs.Find all of Twinkl's inclusion resources here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1a5ag2 Find out how to apply for EHC needs assessment as a SENDCO here : https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/15d5zeLearn and understand what is involved in the EHC Plan review process here https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/xchp3Learn more about the role of an educational psychologist here https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1c4mxi

    28 min
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    This podcast hosted by Georgina Durrant is all about teaching and supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We aim to share the amazing things that our guests are doing to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEND). *This Podcast is proudly brought to you by the SEND team at Twinkl. Please bear in mind, the views and opinions expressed are those of individuals, and may not represent those of Twinkl.

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