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The SENDcast

The SENDcast

De: Dale Pickles
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The SENDcast is a weekly podcast focusing on Special Educational Needs, it is an amazing way to keep up to date with all the different areas within SEN, best practices and to improve your knowledge around SEND.B Squared Ltd. Crianza y Familias Relaciones
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  • Better Oracy Through Building Speech and Language Skills in Schools with Yin Collighan & Louise Emerson

    Better Oracy Through Building Speech and Language Skills in Schools with Yin Collighan & Louise Emerson
    Jul 31 2025
    Oracy is increasingly taking centre stage in national discussions, and in today’s episode, Dale is joined by Yin Collighan and Louise Emerson, both experienced Speech and Language Therapists. Together, they delve into the significance of oracy in schools and how enhancing speech and language skills can foster a more effective learning environment. As conversations about a talking curriculum gain momentum, this discussion is essential for teachers, offering insights on how to support all students, including those with Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) and neurodiverse learners. Yin and Louise bring their extensive experience and offer valuable perspectives. Key highlights from their episode include: A definition of oracy and its significance in educationPractical strategies for improving communication skills among studentsInsights on how to support neurodiverse learners in developing their oracy skills View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop! About Yin Collighan Yin is a specialist speech and language therapist who has been working at Speech & Language Link since 2022. She supports product development and provides advice to staff via training courses and incoming queries to helpdesk. She worked within NHS and council services for 10 years prior to starting at Speech & Language Link. About Louise Emerson Lou is a specialist speech and language therapist who has been working at Speech & Language Link for just under a year. She also supports product development, supports research projects, and provides advice to school staff. She worked in the NHS for the decade previously. Contact Speech & Language Link www.speechandlanguage.link https://www.facebook.com/SpeechLinkandLanguageLink https://www.instagram.com/speechandlanguagelink/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/speechandlanguagelink/ helpdesk@speechlink.co.uk Useful Links Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) (2021), accessed 2 October 2024 National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) (2016) accessed 3 October 2024 Voice 21 and Oracy Cambridge (2019) The Oracy Skills Framework, accessed 3 October 2024 Oracy Education Commission (2024) We need to talk., accessed 15 October 2024 B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.
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    52 m
  • Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging with Dr Susie Nyman

    Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging with Dr Susie Nyman
    Jul 24 2025
    We are delighted to welcome back Dr Susie Nyman to the SENDcast following her recent visit to Buckingham Palace! In this episode, Susie joins Dale in the studio along with some other special guests……Percy Pig and an array of puppets! In this lively discussion on ‘Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging’ (EDIB), Susie highlights that all students require the teachers to apply EDIB in every lesson. She believes this approach fosters a learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Susie bases her discussion on her experience in class at the Sixth Form College, Farnborough and shares practical strategies for implementing EDIB in the classroom. Her engaging case studies and success stories are filled with innovative ideas and solutions, making this podcast both informative and memorable. “Celebrate being different! Celebrate your talents, your skills, be yourself.” Dr Susie Nyman View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop! About Dr Susie Nyman Dr Susie Nyman is passionate about discovering how children learn and supporting them in ways which enable them to succeed. She was appointed as a Biology teacher at The Sixth Form College Farnborough in 1995, and subsequently as Curriculum Manager for Health and Social Care where she has worked ever since. Susie strives to raise students’ achievements and support them in ways which enables them to succeed. She works with her students deploying a range of innovative and Multi-sensory teaching techniques to assist their learning including her ‘Equality and Diversity Tree’ and famous puppets! Additionally, she has provided training to PGCE students at Kingston University, and in a number of local schools and colleges on teaching strategies. Since February 2017, Susie has presented seminars on ‘Multi-sensory Techniques’ at The Learning Differences Conventions in Australia, Richmond College, The Helen Arkell Centre, Bell House, The Oratory School, The National Education Show and The Tes SEN Shows in London and Manchester. Recently, she was filmed ‘in action’ for The British Dyslexia Association as well as Oaka Books, and the footage is available on YouTube. Subsequently, she has written a chapter about ‘Multi-sensory Teaching’ in the BDA Dyslexia Friendly Schools Good Practice Guide and ‘The Multi-sensory Teaching Toolkit’ by Oaka Books. In recognition of over 21 years continued service at The Sixth Form College Farnborough, Susie has been nominated three times by the College for the ‘Tes FE Teacher of the Year Award’. This is an honour of which she is immensely proud. Contact Susie drnymanconsultancy.co.uk https://x.com/DrSusieNyman drsusienyman@drnymanconsultancy.co.uk Useful Links Podcast - 'Teaching students from the inside out’ with Dr Susie Nyman Podcast - ‘Inclusive Learner Cocktails' with Dr Susie Nyman Podcast - ‘Student Icebergs' with Dr Susie Nyman S. (2024). Oaka Digital. ‘Dr Susie Nyman Multi-sensory Techniques.’ B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.
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    1 h y 19 m
  • Parenting a Neurodivergent Child with Kate Steer

    Parenting a Neurodivergent Child with Kate Steer
    Jul 17 2025

    Parenting is one of the most challenging yet rewarding journeys we can embark on. As a parent of a 10-year-old daughter and a 7-year-old son, I’m navigating this rollercoaster and learning along the way. For neurodivergent parents, there’s often the added worry of balancing the past, present, and future. Appointments, meeting our child's needs, and information overwhelm can feel like a heavy weight to carry.

    In our latest episode, Dale speaks with Kate Steer, a neurodivergent family coach and educational consultant. Kate shares her valuable insights on parenting neurodivergent children, emphasising:

    • The importance of strong relationships
    • Focusing on the present moment
    • Flexible parenting and adapting approaches as children grow
    • The significance of proactive planning
    • Encouraging children to advocate for themselves

    This uplifting discussion offers practical strategies for all parents, especially those navigating similar challenges.

    “The greatest thing we can do is focus on our child that's standing in front of us today.”

    Kate Steer

    Whether you have already finished the school year, about to or only have a few days left, I wanted to say have a lovely well-deserved break this summer! I hope you can enjoy some downtime! New episodes will continue to go live over the summer with topics including oracy, safeguarding and literacy.

    View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!

    About Kate Steer
    • Studied child psychology and education at university
    • Taught for 15 years in London schools
    • Supported neurodivergent/SEND children for over 20 years both in and out of school
    • Parent to a ND child
    • Work as a neurodivergent family coach and education consultant – my goal is to help parents better understand and support their children. To empower them to be their child’s biggest advocate in school and at home, meet their child’s behaviour with curiosity and compassion, prioritise coregulation and connection through proactive parenting
    • I work with parents pre and post diagnosis, and do work with older children 1:1 as well
    • I support families with children in school, those looking to move their children or explore other settings, those considering or currently home educating, and everything in between!

    Contact Kate

    www.nurturedneurokids.com

    https://www.instagram.com/@nurturedneurokids/

    Useful Links
    • B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk
    • Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast
    • Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk
    • Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe
    The SENDcast is powered by B Squared

    We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.
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    55 m
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