Dr Ashley Smith

National figures for SEN in England 2024.25. Over 1.7 million pupils in England have special educational needs (5.6% more pupils). Similar year-on-year increases. Autism / speech & language biggest areas of need. A vital SEND review is coming up. …e-education-statistics.service.gov.uk/find-statistic…

Professor Jason Arday giving an inspirational keynote note at @DECPOfficial #DECP25 urging that EPs exercise caution in judgements and consider context. #TwitterEPs

It's not just pay. There's been a 77% increase in EHCP requests since 2017- LA's can't recruit to meet this demand; they can't compete with private practice. Families with £ can pay privately, those without this privilege (often with greatest need) can wait years for support💔

The age range of my research has been extended to 21. Please like, share and get in touch. It is really important to me to hear and share the experiences of Black Autistic females masking in UK education #blackautistics #blackautisticgirls #autisticmasking #autisticresearch

Check out the latest issue of Educational and Child Psychology on literacy assessment and intervention Articles include exploring the dyslexia debate, TEPs experiences and using VIG #TwitterEPs Available here: explore.bps.org.uk/content/bpsecp

Not all behaviour is a choice. So it is important to recognise the difference between misbehaviour and stressed behaviour ,a survival mechanism to toxic stress.If we treat them the same ,it can be worse for our young people.🧠🌱

Not long to go! Our session on trauma informed practices in schools is about to begin on the training stage at the World Education Summit @mslysandra #WorldEdSummit #inclusion #traumainformed

The DECP has produced guidance about how schools can support pupils with ADHD/concentration difficulties without having to wait for or refer for a formal diagnosis. cms.bps.org.uk/sites/default/…

Really excited to be contributing to this event @WorldEdSummit with @mslysandra #inclusion #WorldEdSummit #traumainformed

🤔 Good and thoughtful implementation of a new teaching and learning strategy can mean the difference between it succeeding or failing. Give your idea the best chance of success in your setting with the EEF’s Guide to Implementation. Download now: eef.li/implementation

PLEASE RT: Dr Tina Rae - Supporting students with Emotionally-Based School Avoidance Monday 30th January - 4:15pm FREE, online talk and open to all! Book here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/tina-rae-sup… @acamh @YoungMindsUK @TrainingMindful @CYPMentalHealth @AFNCCF @rcpsych @SEND_Action

🙌 Our round-up of this year’s key EEF resources is here! Read the list and download resources here: eef.li/jUhgBk #TeachingResources

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💡 When devising a new pupil premium strategy, our guide recommends that school leaders: 1. Diagnose pupils’ needs 2. Use strong evidence to support your strategy 3. Implement with care 4. Monitor and evaluate cyclically Download: eef.li/pupil-premium #PupilPremium

BPS welcomes funding for EP training ‘the BPS is keen to see more detail as to the arrangements for the new intakes of Trainee EPs, to ensure the continuation of high-quality training that meets BPS and HCPC competencies and criteria’ #twittereps bps.org.uk/news/bps-welco…

Some people still don't get it!. Helping a young person regulate again isn't rewarding bad behaviour. It is a fundamental part of our role. Sometimes they just need to be understood,held and loved.🧠🌱

When a young person is in a dysregulated state this is not the time for reasoning and questions. What happened?.Why did you do this?.You should have know better?.The highest part of the brain(Pre-frontal Cortex) thinking ,reasoning,decision making ,learning memory is offline.

It is important that we recognise that the three year doctoral training courses are all BPS accredited and meet BPS and HCPC competencies in order to ensure that all educational psychologists meet the required standards to demonstrate fitness to practice.tes.com/magazine/news/…

🔍 Evidence review: Attendance interventions This review summarises findings from 72 studies that aimed to improve pupils’ school attendance. Read more: ow.ly/bR3750LOnxz #Attendance

We are absolutely passionate about normalising, verbalising, and validating mental health & anxiety. I've designed a reflective and informative workbook for children to support their understanding and help them develop healthy coping mechanisms #MentalHealthMatters