Dr Katie Ruane

SEND: Government extends councils’ statutory override Announcing a ‘phased transition process’ to reform the SEND system, the government will extend the mechanism that allows councils to keep their high-needs spending deficits off their books

The government has announced that it will extend the statutory override that allows local authorities to keep their SEND spending deficits off their books

Seeking participants! ✨
I am exploring what indices of social justice are collected through referral forms. I am looking to recruit EPS willing to send across their referral/consent form, to find out more please email hannah.whiteley-2@postgrad.manchester.ac.uk
@drcathyatkinson.bsky.social

Image is a quote "Young people with SEND have a desire and interest to learn about relationships, sex and health education"

🌟New blog post

Natalie explores what young people with SEND want from sex education, the barriers that exist, and a potential role for EPs.

A great read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/re...

#edpsychs #sexeducation #RSHE @shocktigan.bsky.social @pshe-association.bsky.social @bpsofficial.bsky.social

Are you an EP/TEP who is passionate about reducing exclusions? We are forming an interest group to share best practice, network and access CPD. We would love for you to join us! The first meeting will be September 9th at 3pm. *Also looking for presenters to share research. DMs open!

EHCPs up 11% as DfE mulls their future The number of education, health and care plans has more than doubled since 2016. Here are five key points from today’s DfE data

The number of pupils with education, health and care plans has risen by 11% in the past year as the government considers whether they are the 'right vehicle' for a reformed SEND system

The DECP are seeking new TEP reps for their TEP Voice group. I’ve been in this supportive and impactful group for a while (now as a newly qual. rep). We are consulted on a range of topics such as reviewing key papers, TEP inclusion, and presenting at events 🤩 #EdPsychs @bpsofficial.bsky.social

Registration is LIVE! 🎟️🎪🎉

Let's go! Delighted to open registration for our Festival of Educational Psychology on 19th September.

From now until we launch our programme you get a 10% Early Bird discount! Use code EARLYBIRD10

Book here: festival.edpsy.org.uk

#edpsychs #education - please reshare

Sure Start centres saved UK government £2 for every £1 spent, study finds New Labour initiative created ‘remarkably long-lasting’ health and education improvements, says report

I miss the days when there was understanding of the incredible benefits of properly supporting children and families. www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Not every thought deserves your attention. It’s okay to acknowledge and then let it go

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Mindful March - Day 20: Focus on what makes you and others happy today actionforhappiness.org/mindful-march #MindfulMarch

International Day of Happiness - 20 March Celebrate #InternationalDayOfHappiness on 20 March. Join the Action for Happiness community and help create a happier and kinder world, together.

March 20th is the UN International Day of Happiness. This year’s theme is 'Caring and Sharing' and we’re encouraging 1 million extra acts of caring and sharing. You can be part of it! Please help spread the word 🙏💕🌎 #InternationalDayOfHappiness dayofhappiness.net

Not every step forward will be seen by others and that doesn’t mean they don’t count. Picture by anxiety positive. White text apart from forward and count in multicoloured font on a black background with rainbow colours

“Not everyone will understand your journey. That’s fine. It’s not their journey to make sense of - it’s yours.” Zero Dean

Not everyone will see or recognise what you’re doing or understand why it matters. That doesn’t mean it’s not worth doing. 🧡

#kindness #belief

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The journey is never linear. Embrace the imperfections and keep going

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HMCI for @ofstednews.bsky.social, Martyn Oliver, is right when he says 'If you get it right for the most disadvantaged and vulnerable, you get it right for everyone.' I'd urge colleagues to read his speech to the SEND & Inclusion Conference www.gov.uk/government/s...

#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion

DfE told to come clean on its SEND reforms plan Education committee chair demands government 'set out its plans and anticipated timescales' for SEND reforms

📝 The education committee has demanded government set out timescales for major SEND reforms after reports a white paper is on the table

📁 In a letter, the committee said they had “unprecedented” evidence including from parents of children with additional needs

Why Ofsted isn’t serving disadvantaged children The new scorecard and toolkits do a better job of recognising socioeconomic diversity, but there are still barriers to inclusion, argues Charlotte O’Regan

Ofsted’s proposed changes have not gone far enough in considering who can access a school to start with – meaning there are still barriers to change on inclusion, writes Charlotte O’Regan from @suttontrust.bsky.social

A relational approach doesn’t excuse poor behaviour - it strengthens accountability. It helps build trust and set firm boundaries. Respect isn’t optional, but relationships help reinforce it. High expectations + strong connections = better behaviour, not excuses.

Every child painted a fish as part of our fantastic Art Week, and now they all swim together! A powerful reminder that in schools, just like in life, we all belong. Art isn’t just creativity - it’s community. ✨🐠🐟✨ #Belonging

More than 9 in 10 heads reject Ofsted’s report card plan The NAHT urges Ofsted to rethink its plans after its snap poll shows an overwhelming rejection from school leaders

92% of school leaders reject Ofsted’s new report card plans, according to a snap poll by @naht.org.uk – and almost all respondents said they do not expect the watchdog to make any meaningful changes as a result of its consultation

Ofsted’s report cards: everything you need to know The new school report cards will launch in November, with plans to scrap ungraded inspections and subject deep dives

🚥 #Ofsted has explained in detail how its planned new inspections and report cards will work, including judgements in at least 8 key areas and a 5-point grading scale.

Here's everything you need to know ⬇️

A post that may be of interest to those who work with children in EYFS and those in the SEND sector, of course the two aren’t mutually exclusive.

Today ALDI released a sensory range.

I’m looking forward to taking resources to school tomorrow.

#EYFS #SEND #Sensory

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#abrighterstart #strongerpracticehubs #education #educators #practitioners #teachers #EYFS #ShREC #nursery #childminders #PVIs #schools #earlyyears

DfE announces information on new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship.
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Sorry it’s all such a mess. You certainly don’t deserve having to deal with it. I really wish I could fix it all for you but I can’t so instead I’m simply here with you today picture by Beth Evans.

“Just being there for someone can sometimes bring hope when all seems hopeless.” Dave G. Llewelyn

Sometimes, your presence alone is enough to make a difference. 🧡

#kindness #BeThere

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Nearly half of schools give families financial help, teachers say A survey of teachers in England suggests lots of schools are having to provide extra help for families.

Great insight into everything beyond the classroom this CofE school in Lincolnshire does to enable their pupils and families to flourish profiled on BBC News today. Repeated across the country.
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'We don't just teach - we clothe the kids, feed them and brush their teeth' www.bbc.com/news/article...

A soft, pink watercolor circle labeled “Your Life,” with a small dot near its edge labeled “this moment.”

Just a lil reminder today 🩵

A couple of reminders your softness is your superpower. Let yourself cry. It’s a good thing. Keep being kind even when it’s hard. Be proud of being sensitive picture self-care recipe dark blue background with 4 cups of coffee.

Just a few reminders to carry with you: be gentle with yourself, take a moment to breathe, and remember - you are already enough.

🧡🧡🧡

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Finish each day and be done with it. You did what you could. Tomorrow is a new day

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Helloooo to all the new #edpsychs that have joined recently - loads of new follows in the past few days.

Just a reminder that we've set up a 'starter pack' to help you follow lots of colleagues.

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Wonderfully put! #inclusion #edpsychs 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻