Darren speaks with Martin Bloomfield, from Dyslexia Bytes, Neuroconverse, and The Accessible Learning Foundation, about how early screening, identification, and appropriate teaching can help prevent children from falling through gaps in education.

Darren speaks with Marius Frank, Co-Head of Education at Microlink, who shares his passion for improving outcomes for young people facing any form of barrier to learning. Drawing on his extensive experience, Marius offers powerful insights into how the education system is evolving to better support learners who encounter these challenges.

Darren speaks with Luke Butcher, Product Developer at IDL, about the importance of wellbeing in young learners and the steps that can be taken to support it. Luke shares practical methods teachers can use to boost learners’ wellbeing in the classroom, as well as the vital role that communication plays.

Darren speaks with Laura Powell, Learning Resources & Marketing Lead at Learn and Thrive, about the online digital learning resources they create to support children and young people with Down syndrome and a range of other special educational needs. They discuss the importance of independence for all children, and how helping them feel comfortable, safe, and confident can empower them to become more independent.

Darren speaks to Annamarie Hassall MBE, Chief Executive & Chair of Whole School SEND at Nasen, reflecting on progress in SEND inclusion and discussing ongoing barriers and the importance of embedding inclusion in schools.