Invisible Learners: The Challenge of Undiagnosed Neurodiversity in FE and HE
The hidden majority We often discuss support for neurodiverse students who have been diagnosed. The more important question is, how are we going to support…
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King’s Garden Party invite for Barking & Dagenham College tutor
Earlier this month, Kiran Bhangal, a respected tutor and SENDCO Lead at Barking & Dagenham College, was honoured with an invitation to attend His Majesty…
Dyslexia Awards Return to Celebrate Exceptional Talent and Innovation
The prestigious Dyslexia Awards are set to make their grand return this year, spotlighting the remarkable achievements of dyslexics and the dedicated individuals and organisations…
Diary of an Apprentice: My Journey with Dyslexia and ADHD
Navigating life with dyslexia and ADHD has been a journey of resilience and self-discovery. As a 47-year-old woman, mother of four, and grandmother of two,…
Beyond the Deficit: Reframing Dyslexia at Work
Dyslexia is one of the most common neurodivergent conditions, yet many workplaces still view it through a deficit-based lens. Despite affecting around 10% of the…
Reframing the “Impossible”: Transforming Challenges in the FE and Skills Sector
In the Further Education and Skills sector, we often find ourselves confronted with challenges that seem “impossible” to overcome. From staff shortages to learner engagement…
Opening Doors: Strategies for Inclusive Hiring
Sarah Aray discusses making job interviews more accessible for neurodivergent candidates. She emphasises the importance of clear questions, avoiding jargon, providing questions in advance, offering…
What Does the Neurodiversity Movement Teach Us?
Dr Nancy Doyle discusses how the current cost model for special educational needs in further education is wrong. For teaching and learning to be for…
The skills of the future: Identifying and empowering Dyslexic Thinkers in FE
One in five students are dyslexic, showcasing incredible strengths in areas like creativity and problem-solving — Dyslexic Thinking skills which will be vital for future…
Diary of an Apprentice: My Journey into Leadership
In the first entry of her ‘Diary of an Apprentice’ series, Sakina Khan details her experience of beginning a Level 7 apprenticeship later in life,…