Practical formative assessment and responsive teaching strategies to strengthen understanding and participation for learners with SEND or SEMH needs
Many teachers check for understanding and aren’t sure what the answers are really telling them — or worry that the pupil who stays quiet is the one who needs the most support. This session bridges that gap. Rather than dwelling on theory, we focus on the small, repeatable changes that make the biggest difference — the quick checks, scaffolds and responsive adjustments that help every learner show what they know and stay in the lesson.
Delivered by a specialist who works in successful inclusive settings, the session is hands-on and grounded in real classroom examples. We explore how to gather useful evidence of understanding without relying on the same few voices, how to adapt your teaching in the moment, and how to build participation for learners who find it hardest to engage.
Staff leave with a shared language for inclusion and a toolkit they can use immediately: from low-stakes checks and talk-based assessment, to simple responsive strategies that keep SEND and SEMH learners involved, understood and moving forward.
A mix of input, group discussion and practical activity. We tailor examples to your phase and context, and every delegate receives a follow-up resource pack.
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Practical, bookable training your team can put to use straight away.
Practical, strategic guidance for navigating the realities of the SENCO role with confidence, clarity and impact.
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