Sir Peter BirkettA Young Person’s Perspective on Neurodiversity and AbleismThe organisation Special Needs Jungle (SNJ) recently shared the story of Kyle Thapar, a young teenager who is neurodiverse. Kyle attends a…Aug 11, 2023Aug 11, 2023
Sir Peter BirkettMeeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Students with DisabilitiesIt’s not uncommon for a learning disability to have an emotional impact on a child, nor is it unusual for children who have been diagnosed…Jul 5, 2023Jul 5, 2023
Sir Peter BirkettThe Role of Assistive Technology in Special EducationAssistive technology (AT) refers to devices, software and equipment that helps students to work around any learning challenges they may…Jul 4, 2023Jul 4, 2023
Sir Peter BirkettThe Social Mobility of Disabled Young Adults in EnglandA recent research project started by the University of Warwick and funded by the Leverhulme Trust has provided new evidence regarding the…Jan 20, 2023Jan 20, 2023
Sir Peter BirkettNew Guidance Released on Restraint in SchoolsFollowing a recent inquiry by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) into the use of restraint in schools in England and Wales…Jan 12, 2023Jan 12, 2023
Sir Peter BirkettThe Independent Schools CouncilThe Independent Schools Council is a union of seven independent school associations, which includes the heads, bursars and governors of…Apr 5, 2022Apr 5, 2022
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