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SEND & Inclusive Learning

Why choose us?

With extensive experience across all phases, we offer trusted, practical and research-informed support that’s rooted in real‑world expertise.

We’re passionate about inclusion and are committed to strengthening practice and driving meaningful change for children and young people with SEND.

Through targeted services, high‑quality professional development and supportive reviews, your School community is equipped to create inclusive environments where all learners can thrive.

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"This session was superb. Staff now have the skills, knowledge and understanding that inclusion is part of everyone’s role."

SENDCo

“Thank you so much for the staff meeting tonight…it has helped us reflect on our practice.”

Headteacher

“Our SEND review has helped us address some strategic issues. I would undertake the process again in terms of reviewing or planning.”          

Headteacher

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Why choose our SLA?

A tiered SLA that positively impacts outcomes for all children and young people in your setting.

  • Ensure you are well-prepared to meet statutory requirements and promote inclusive practices effectively. 
  • Timely advice, guidance, resources, and supportive challenges to enhance inclusive practice 
  • Helps you to meet your statutory responsibilities in respect of Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).

Explore our SLA

Investing in a higher-tier SLA offers significant advantages in terms of depth of support, resource availability, and professional development opportunities.

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What we offer

SEND Advocacy Programme

Access a programme of training and support which enables you to offer the right support to your children, young people and their families.

  • Meet Ofsted expectations
  • Respond to rising SEND needs
  • Empower staff
  • Improve outcome
  • Collaborate effectively
  • Stay compliant:
  • Build sustainable expertise

A train-the-trainer programme and licence to train your staff is also available for £1950 +VAT.

From £595 +VAT

Developing inclusive practice for your ECTs

Support your ECTs with a range of sessions linked to SEND and Inclusion. Delivered online or via recorded sessions, themes cover:

  • Roles and Responsibilities
  • HQT EEF 5 a day approach
  • 4 Broad areas of need
  • The Graduated Approach
  • Supporting Neurodiversity in the mainstream classroom.

Tailored programmes are available for Networks, Trusts or LAs.

£Bespoke

SEND Health Check

Gain a greater understanding of the impact that outcomes of the graduated approach have in your setting.

  • Highlight strengths in your current provision and identify areas where improvements can be made
  • Recommends realistic, impactful changes
  • Provides clear steps for ongoing improvements that support all learners
  • The review includes a full-day on-site and a written report, with actions and recommendations to strengthen practice and create an inclusive environment
From £920 +VAT per review

Online, In-person or Pre-recorded Training & Brieifngs

A hybrid delivery approach to training & CPD sessions.

  • Access a wide range of engaging and valuable training 
  • Grounded in research and current policy 
  • Pre-recorded sessions can be used as part of INSET or whole staff development.
  • Online cross-phase briefings provide key updates and an opportunity for Q&A.
From £105 +VAT per session

Staff Meeting/INSET/Conferences

Help staff develop their understanding of the needs of SEND pupils.

  • Keep the principles of the SEND code of practice:0-25 years at the centre of everything you do
  • Develop effective strategies and skills in supporting students
  • Keynote and workshop delivery
£210 +VAT per 1 hour session.

On-site Visit

Support the review of your current provision and plan for a more inclusive future. 

  • Your bespoke visit will be agreed in collaboration with the team
  • The focus could include topics featured in the Ofsted framework and graduated approach, e.g., SEND Clinics, Learning Walks, quality assurance of SEND Support Plans and deployment of Support Staff.
£415 +VAT per half day

Meet our SEND & Inclusive Learning team

Tara McKibben

SEND and Inclusive Learning Partner

Read more about Tara McKibben

Tara is dedicated to promoting inclusive practices and helping students with special educational needs (SEND) have access to the necessary support and accommodations for their academic success. 

She is an experienced specialist advisory teacher and SENDCo who holds the prestigious National SENDCO Award and NPQSL (National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership). 

She is passionate about fostering a positive, accessible learning environment for all and has completed the IPSEA Level 3/Advanced SEND Law online training, underpinning her commitment to excellence in SEND education and advocacy.

Get In Touch

If you are interested in any of our products or services and would like to know more about how we can help your setting, please use our contact form.

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Edge Lane
L7 9NJ

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Telephone 0151 233 3901


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