Support the individual child not what you learned on a course

Support the individual child not what you learned on a course

Support the individual child not what you learned on a courseDawn Strachan
Published on: 30/09/2026

I don't think being SEND-informed means having a list of strategies for each diagnosis and knowing which box to open. For me, it means having the knowledge to recognise possibilities and the curiosity to understand the child in front of us

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Supporting your child through the battle of the homework!

Supporting your child through the battle of the homework!

Supporting your child through the battle of the homework!Dawn Strachan
Published on: 30/07/2026

"I ask my child to do their homework, and it turns into an argument every single time." If that sounds familiar, you're certainly not alone. In fact, it's probably one of the most common frustrations parents talk to me about.

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Supporting anxious and neurodiverse children through the summer holiday transition - and back to school again

Supporting anxious and neurodiverse children through the summer holiday transition - and back to school again

Supporting anxious and neurodiverse children through the summer holiday transition - and back to school againDawn Strachan
Published on: 08/07/2026

As we get closer to the end of term, many families are looking forward to the summer holidays & rightly so. After a long school year, children often really need that break. They need time to rest, play, recharge, and just be But for some children...

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What I understand about supporting neurodiverse students

What I understand about supporting neurodiverse students

What I understand about supporting neurodiverse studentsDawn Strachan
Published on: 03/06/2026

I think more than anything though, it is important to work with the child sat in front of us. Not the label or our preconceptions. If you would like a free copy of my book, just send me an email: [email protected]

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