Louise Moon, Director

Why Play Matters Play is not a reward, a break, or something to be earned once “work” is finished. Play is how learning happens. For autistic children and young people, play is a vital route to regulation, communication, connection, and understanding the world — on their own terms. A play‑based pedagogy recognises that development is not linear or uniform. Autistic learners may move through play stages in unique ways, revisit earlier forms of play, or engage across different stages...

Commissioning SEND support can feel like a significant decision. Schools are navigating increasingly complex needs, competing pressures and limited capacity, all while striving to do the very best for pupils and staff. It’s completely understandable that schools want clarity before engaging with a service: • Is this the right fit for our setting? • Will this genuinely strengthen our SEND provision? • How does this support differ from other services we already access? This blog responds to...