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Understanding the SEND Graduated Approach – Part 1

This two‑session training offer is designed to equip early years practitioners with the confidence and practical tools needed to implement the graduated approach when supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Across the sessions, practitioners will explore a clear and manageable framework for:

• identifying needs at the earliest stage
• planning and delivering appropriate support
• reviewing progress in a meaningful, purposeful way

Attending both sessions will provide the most comprehensive learning experience; however, each session is also designed to stand alone and can be attended independently.

Session one will focus on building a strong foundation. Practitioners will explore the graduated approach through the Assess, Plan, Do, Review (APDR) cycle, understand the role of Ordinarily Available Provision (OAP), learn how to set clear, measurable SMART targets. The session also considers when support may need to go beyond OAP and how to work effectively with parents and colleagues throughout the process.

This session is suitable for Early Years Practitioners working in nurseries, schools and out of school settings.

This session will be face to face at the Civic Suite in Catford SE6.

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