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Episode 16: Inclusive learning environments for all with Debs Davies 
Alistair Bryce-Clegg and Debs Davies return for the final episode of the topic to discuss practical strategies for supporting the development of neurodivergent children. They emphasise the importance of not making assumptions about a child's behaviour and suggest that practitioners should try to understand the reasons behind a child's actions, such as sensory needs. They…
Episode 15: Breaking down the barriers to create a more inclusive approach with Debs Davies
Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined again by Debs Davies, a coach and consultant, to discuss how to support children with ADHD and neurodiversity.   Accommodating different needs Debs and Alistair emphasise that ADHD affects children differently, highlighting the need for a more flexible and inclusive approach in the early years. Transition periods can be challenging for neurodivergent…
Episode 13: Approaches to ADHD through an inclusive lens with Debs Davies
Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Debs Davies, a coach and consultant who is committed to helping create affirming and inclusive environments where neurodivergent people can be valued. In this episode, Alistair and Debs introduce the topic of ADHD through an inclusive lens.  Supporting all learners Debs discusses her late ADHD diagnosis and her journey to…
Topic Round-up: Emotional Regulation & Building Resilience with Samantha Dholakia
Take a deepdive into the topics covered on our podcast with learnings, tips and resource recommendations from our in-house expert, Olivia Haslam. Topic overview and key takeaways Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Samantha Dholakia, a renowned Behaviour and Oracy Specialist, Consultant Trainer, and Creator of The Balance System. Throughout the four episodes, Alistair and Samantha…
CPD Topic 3: Emotional regulation and building resilience
Course content: This topic has been developed with Samantha Dholakia, renowned Behaviour and Oracy Specialist, Consultant Trainer, and Creator of The Balance System ©. This course will support your understanding of the importance of emotional regulation, co-regulation, and modelling to aid in behaviour management with young children Learning outcomes: Expand your knowledge on the topic…
Episode 12: Tools for managing emotions with Samantha Dholakia 
In this final episode on the topic of emotional regulation and resilience, Alistair Bryce-Clegg and Samantha Dholakia delve into the significant aspects of emotional regulation.  Tools & strategies Sam and Alistair explore practical ideas to aid children in regulating their emotions and energy levels throughout the day, including key concepts such as creating accessible spaces…
Episode 11: Nurturing emotional wellbeing through relationships with Samantha Dholakia
Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined once again by Samantha Dholakia, a renowned Behaviour and Oracy Specialist, Consultant Trainer, and Creator of The Balance System©. In this podcast episode, Alistair and Sam discuss the importance of co-regulation to create a safe and connected environment.  Effective co-regulation Sam discusses how adults' regulation, energy levels, and mood influence the…
Episode 10: Emotional intelligence in the early years with Samantha Dholakia
Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined once again by Samantha Dholakia, a renowned Behaviour and Oracy Specialist, Consultant Trainer, and Creator of The Balance System©. Join them for an engaging discussion on emotional intelligence in early years education.   Emotional development Sam expresses her belief that emotional intelligence is a vital skill to impart to the little learners,…
Episode 9: Coaching emotional regulation with Samantha Dholakia
Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Samantha Dholakia, a renowned Behaviour and Oracy Specialist, Consultant Trainer, and Creator of The Balance System©. In this episode, Alistair and Samantha introduce the topic of emotional intelligence and regulation in the Early Years.  Understanding and coaching behaviour Samantha and Alistair raise the need to coach behaviour rather than simply…

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