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Visual aids are a popular tool within educational settings, from early education and care through to adult learning provisions, used to facilitate communication, developing understanding and promote independence.

We think of nurseries as full of joy at festive times, filled with decorations, trees and songs about donkeys and kings. However, for some children, changes to routine, environment and activity can be unsettling and stressful. Bright new lights, new sounds and smells, different food and a busier, less predictable schedule may lead to feelings of confusion and anxiety. With thoughtful preparation and sensitive support, practitioners can help all children feel secure, included and happy throughout this time. Check out our top tips on supporting children through seasonal change.

When talking about children with special educational needs and disabilities, additional support for learning (ASL) or additional learning needs (ALN), the support we put in place and the people we work with, it’s important to use the right language and understand the terms we use.

Every child has the right to an education and, as early education and care professionals, it’s part of our duty to ensure that every child has equal access to high-quality learning opportunities and nurturing care.

We are asking ‘what is SEND?’ and what does working with children with SEND in early education and care mean?