In this episode Elaine Nicholls and Al Coates discuss the Non Violent Resistance and the planned upcoming training that they are delivering. This training will offer direct support to adults who parent or care for children who display challenging behaviour. It will offer practical and personalised training based on Non Violent Resistance with the use of additional models and practical ideas developed by the trainers from their own personal lived experience and professional knowledge. This...

In this episode we consider why some children, and adults, find transitions difficult. We consider the different types of transitions, big and small, and the impact on children and their behaviour in a range of settings including home and school. We also look at the impact of biology, experience and systems on children and think about how we can support easier less difficult transitions for children.  We are delivering online training on the 17th September 9:30 - 11:30am for £20 per person...

Welcome to The No Borders Podcast With his podcast we’ve created a space for bitesize information on a range of subject that will help parents, carers and professionals look after and support children Today we’re talking about  developing resilience, in this, the third of three podcasts. If you want to find out more about what we’re taking about or book on our upcoming training you can find details on our website which here.  The training will be 9:30am to 12:00noon  on  September 9th,...

Welcome to The No Borders Podcast With his podcast we’ve created a space for bitesize information on a range of subject that will help parents, carers and professionals look after and support children Today we’re talking about  developing resilience, in this, the second of three podcasts. If you want to find out more about what we’re taking about or book on our upcoming training you can find details on our website which here.  The training will be 9:30am to 12:00noon  on  September...

Welcome to The No Borders Podcast With his podcast we’ve created a space for bitesize information on a range of subject that will help parents, carers and professionals look after and support children Today we’re talking about  developing resilience, in this, the first of three podcasts.  If you want to find out more about what we’re taking about or book on our upcoming training you can find details on our website which here.  The training will be 9:30am to 12:00noon  on  September...

Welcome to The No Borders Podcast With his podcast we’ve created a space for bitesize information on a range of subject that will help parents, carers and professionals look after and support children We want it to be practical and useful as well as a kind of advert for some training that will be available online.  We’ll be getting experts and professionals to come on and share nuggets of information that will be helpful and hopefully open up discussion and conversation about topics...

In this the last of the current series we catch up with a few reflections on the discussions that we've had with all of our fantastic guests.  We also consider future plans for the Network and how we can continue to develop the workforces knowledge and skills in supporting children who are or have experienced adversity.  You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE.  The 'conversations with' series are run in...

In this week's episode we speak to Dr Tania Watson & Imogen Dickson the challenges faced in prison education. We talk about a broad range of issues including the broad range of learning abilities and aspirations Many prisoners having had negative and damaging experiences in earlier education that educators have to work hard to create a safe learning environment.  You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE.  The...

In this episode we chat to Kathryn Albany-Ward in relation to the impact of colourblindness on children and the potential barriers to some aspects of education. 1 in 12 boys and 1 in 200 girls are impacted by the condition with it rarely understood or considered. We chat about the impact on children and how we can make things differently.  You can access Kathryn's website here. You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network...

This week we speak to Katy Horn from the Children's Society  and is the service manager for their SCARPA (Safeguarding Children at Risk Prevention & Risk). You can look at their website here.  We talk explicitly about Child Sexual Exploitation and consider what it is, it's impact and what can be done about it. We highlight the specific vulnerabilities in children that make them targets. Katy talks about some of the challenges they encounter including online grooming and supporting parents...

In this weeks episode we chat to Johanna Butler (SENCO) and Jake Vart (Executive Head Teacher) Hopespring Education (child-centred approaches for SEMH). They talk about the relationship focused education and focusing on the self awareness of staff to facilitate that.  You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE.  The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the...

This week we speak to academic Jo McShane and consider the practice of (off-Rolling). Jo workks for the University of Sunderland and her current research foci are illegal school exclusion (off-rolling) practices in English Secondary schools, and the development of 'Assessment Literacy' for students in Higher education. You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE.  The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction...

This week we speak to Dr Kim Gilligan and Laura Tokell about Bibliotherapy and  its uses to explore the nature of traumatic childhoods. It's a fascinating discussion about the use of books and literature to support children's welfare and own narratives.  You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE.  The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog. 

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah and Al talk to Claire Blackett the Headteacher at Priory Education for the second time. They are an independent provider of specialist care and education that support children and young people with a range of conditions and needs. We discuss a range of issues including, staff retention, research, leadership and should we teach handwriting? You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE...

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah and Al talk to Claire Blackett the Headteacher at Priory Education. They are an independent provider of specialist care and education that support children and young people with a range of conditions and needs. We discuss a range of issues including ethos and labels on children.  You can also listen on iTunes here The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE.  The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction...

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah and Ruth  talk to Emma Parker, Parent and SENCO. She is the parent to five children, two who have special educational needs, and his able to share some of her experiences from both sides of the issue. She talks about partnership and supporting parents as well as some of the specific challenges that are faced.  There's a little internet blip in the middle but we sort it quickly and there the odd email 'binging' into the conversation. It's all...

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah and Al speak to Catherine Landucci about the challenges and rewards of collaborative relationships between school and parents. Catherine has experience of being a teacher and SEN as well as a foster carer. You can also listen on iTunes hereThe Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE. The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog. 

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah and Al speak to three Special Educational Needs Co ordinates (SENCOs) from three very different learning environments. Many thanks to Kelly Neeson, Lucy Harrison and Mike Finlay.You can also listen on iTunes hereThe Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE. The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog. 

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah, Ruth and Al chat about 'Reasonable Adjustments'. We look at what can be done to support children's learning and their environment to support them to achieve their full potential.  The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE. The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog. 

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah, Ruth and Al chat about the development, use, downfalls and benefits of Behaviour Policies.  The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE. The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog. 

In this week's 'Conversation with' Sarah, Ruth and Al chat about Smart targets in relation to using them in conjunction with EHCPs or SEN outcomes. You can also listen on iTunes here  The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE. The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog. 

In this weeks Conversation with Sarah and Ruth chat with Jane Pickthall the Virtual School Head for North Tyneside. It's a fantastic chat with the topics including a trauma informed approach, school exclusions, schools without rules, behaviourist approaches as well as much much more.   The Let's Talk About Podcast is created and run by CEL&T and the ACE Network NE. The 'conversations with' series are run in conjunction with and for the University of Sunderland and the Senco Blog.  

In this weeks conversation we invite Jeannine Hughes, Senior Lecturer from Northumbria University, to discuss Domestic Abuse and how it can impact on students and pupils. With Sarah Martin-DenholmPlease note it's an emotive discussion and doesn't flinch away from the issue as personal and professional experiences are shared. As well the issue of prevalence and the impact on children is discussed.     

This week we speak to Tess Howard, English international field hockey player. We're discussing mental health and well being in young people and within club and international sport. We've also guests, Sarah and Alfie, from Durham Dales Hockey Club sharing their experience and Hariet Tebbs from Hockey England.