If you are concerned about your child’s learning, navigating assessment pathways, managing school communication, or feeling unsure about next steps, I offer independent SEND specialist guidance tailored to your family’s situation. Perhaps you’re looking for ways to support learning at home, or you’re overwhelmed by diagnostic reports and the SEN Code of Practice.

I work across a range of additional needs, including dyslexia, ADHD, autism and complex learning profiles.

With nearly twenty years’ experience as a specialist teacher — and as a parent of children with additional needs — I understand how complex this journey can feel. At Great Expectations Education, SEND Strategy Sessions are designed to provide clear, personalised guidance so you can move forward with confidence.

During the session we may:

• Clarify concerns and patterns you are noticing

• Prioritise realistic next steps

• Translate professional recommendations into practical action

• Discuss school communication and SEN processes

• Consider assessment pathways where appropriate

• Identify evidence-based strategies for home and classroom use

• Plan how to support emotional wellbeing alongside learning

You leave with a clearer understanding of what matters most now — and what can wait.

If you’d like to continue working together after your SEND Strategy Session, I offer flexible message-based support to help you put strategies into action

Areas of Specialist Support

Sessions can focus on:

• Early concerns about possible additional needs

• Pre-diagnosis uncertainty or waiting lists

• Post-diagnosis next steps

• Understanding professional reports and recommendations

• SEN support planning and school meetings

• EHCP discussions

• Navigating school transitions

• Managing overwhelm, anxiety or frequent meltdowns

• Supporting regulation and emotional resilience at home

• Practical routines for homework and daily life

• Home education planning and SEND-informed structure

• Balancing academic progress with wellbeing

• Practical support for offline learners

• Decoding diagnostic reports

• Navigating the UK SEN system

• Thriving post-diagnosis

• Completing Disabled Living Allowance forms

• Coaching for school staff

I do not carry out diagnostic assessments. My role is to provide independent specialist guidance to help families interpret information, make informed decisions and plan effective support — both in school and in everyday life.

Session Details:

• SEND Strategy Sessions are held via Zoom and last 55 minutes

• Fee: £80

• You’ll receive a follow-up email summarising key actions and suggested resources

You’re also welcome to share reports ahead of your meeting (£40 per set, up to 10 pages). Background information helps me tailor recommendations during the SEND Strategy Session.

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