Inclusion Matters is an annual one-day conference providing an opportunity for school staff, parents, governors and allied professionals to come together and discuss approaches to supporting special educational needs.

The focus for 2014 was to consider the impact and implications of the SEND reforms for the work of SENCOs and others in schools and below we have the presentations from this conference for you to download and enjoy.

Download Keynote Speaker 1 Presentation -

Philippa Stobbs -Special Educational Needs and Disability Reforms: From Policy to Practice 

Download Keynote Speaker 2 Presentation -

Lisa Bradbury - "Sauce for the Goose" - Enquiry strategies that connect staff and pupil learning

Download Session A and E Presentation -

Philippa Stobbs - Implementing the SEND reforms at a school level: Practical implications and action planning

Download Session B Presentation - 

Lisa Bradbury - Response to Intervention: Breakthroughs for Literacy

Download Session D and H Presentation - 

Kim Wade and Rose Harrison - The impact of adult language in promoting positive pupil behaviour and engagement in learning

Download Session G Presentation - 

Elizabeth Stanley - Why, What, When and How to make the best use of Independent Supporters

Download Open Space Presentation:

Open Space