by Ruby | Mar 23, 2026 | SSG
At The Specialist SEND Group, we know that meaningful change for young people with complex needs often begins with one simple but powerful step building trust. Recently, one of our specialist SEND tutors attended an initial meet and greet session with a student who...
by Ruby | Mar 2, 2026 | SSG
Supporting Young People with SEND and SEMH Through Bespoke Alternative Provision A few years ago, a young person was permanently removed from mainstream school. They were presenting with complex SEND needs and significant SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)...
by Ruby | Jul 3, 2025 | SSG
🧠✨ 10 Career Paths in SEND You Probably Haven’t ConsideredThinking outside the classroom in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). 🎭 1. Creative Arts TherapistUse music, art, or drama to support emotional expression and communication for children with...
by Ruby | Jun 17, 2025 | SSG
5 Things Only SEND Educators Truly UnderstandBy Specialist SEND Group Teaching is never a one-size-fits-all job but for those of us working in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), that truth takes on a whole new meaning. From navigating EHCP’s to...
by Ruby | Feb 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA) refers to young people who struggle to attend school due to emotional challenges. This is sometimes also referred to as Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) or school refusal. Unlike truancy, which is often linked...
