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The SEND Tutoring blog covers a diverse range of SEND related topics including how to navigate the SEND education system and stories from specialists, parents, and advocates in SEND education.

Angry girl screaming
Support
Feb 26
11 Min Read

Understanding Violent Outbursts at Home: A Trauma‑Informed Guide for SEND Families

When violent outbursts happen at home, it can leave families feeling frightened, isolated, and unsure where to turn. But none of this means you’re failing. It means you’re carrying an extraordinary load, often without enough help.

odd socks in a circle
SEN Stories
Feb 25
4 Min Read

Standing Out for World Down Syndrome Day: Celebrating Inclusion with Stand Out Socks

If you’ve ever wondered what a social enterprise really is, here’s the simplest way to think about it: It’s a business that exists to do good, not just make money.

Box of pending files
News
Feb 19
7 Min Read

What the Leaked White Paper Means for SEND Families and Why Parents Are Speaking Out

The system repeatedly waits for harm before acting, and proposals to remove or restrict legal protections would only deepen this pattern. Children deserve proactive support, not support offered only after damage has been done.

Father on the phone, with son on his lap
News
Feb 13
3 Min Read

Phase Transfer Season Is Here. What Parents Need to Know

There are clear steps you can take to challenge delays and ensure your child’s rights are upheld. At SEND Tutoring, we regularly support families through this process.

Autistic Barbie
SEN Stories
Feb 13
5 Min Read

Meet the Autistic Barbie: A Doll That Makes a Difference

Mattel collaborated closely with autistic advocates, clinicians, and people with lived experience to ensure the autistic Barbie reflects real autistic identities rather than stereotypes.

Stressed woman reading paperwork
Support
Feb 04
8 Min Read

The Emotional Cost of Navigating SEND Systems: A Q&A With Tina Cockram

Families shouldn’t have to fight this hard, but until the system changes, support networks, clear information, and compassionate guidance can make the path less exhausting.

News
Feb 04
6 Min Read

School Culture, Autism, and the Changing Landscape of Neurodiversity

School culture around autism and neurodiversity is evolving, but it’s not finished. Young people are noticing the improvements, but they’re also feeling the gaps. Their voices remind us that inclusion isn’t a policy, it’s a lived experience.

Educational conept: tired student in a library
Media
Jan 29
8 Min Read

Nature as Therapy: Tackling Teen Anxiety Through Outdoor Learning

Being outdoors lowers cortisol. It reduces heart rate and muscle tension. It gives the brain a break from the sensory overload of classrooms, corridors, and crowds. For neurodivergent learners, who often live with heightened sensory sensitivity, this shift can feel like stepping out of a storm.

Isaac Harvey
SEN Stories, Support
Jan 23
9 Min Read

A Q&A with Isaac Harvey: Storytelling, Representation, and the Power of Lived Experience

“I will always see myself as a storyteller first and an advocate second, but if it leads to meaningful impact, I cannot complain.”

SEN Stories
Jan 14
5 Min Read

Stories About Autism & The Power of Honest Advocacy

James Hunt has become a powerful voice for autism awareness, sharing his family’s experiences with honesty, warmth, and a commitment to real understanding.

News
Jan 14
8 Min Read

Cake Not Hate: How One Young Baker Is Spreading Kindness Across the UK

In a time when many communities are feeling the weight of division, the Cake Not Hate campaign has become a powerful reminder of what compassion looks like in action.

Kris Foster
Support
Jan 14
6 Min Read

“Why Representation Matters and Why I Choose to Speak Up” – Kris Foster

Kris Foster is the co-founder of Project Nemo, a movement focused on representation and accessibility, that aims to educate the UK’s FinTech industry on disability inclusion and inspire meaningful action.