Meet Podcast Guest: Professor David Daley

Professor David Daley joins our host Ruth Lue-Quee on Series 6 of the TTS Talking Early Years Podcast to discuss behaviour strategies in a SEN setting. David is Professor of Psychological Intervention & Knowledge Exchange and Head of Applied Psychological Practice at Nottingham Trent University. David’s research interests are focused on non-shared environmental influences on pre-school…

30 December 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 16 | Overcoming Challenges in Collaborative Teams with Anna Speke

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined by Anna Speke for a final episode, to focus on how to overcome challenges when collaborating with others. The episode highlights common challenges faced when collaborating in the early years and how to navigate differences in professional opinions. Practical tips for practitioners Anna and Ruth round of the episode - and…

26 December 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 15 | Working with External Agencies with Anna Speke

In this episode, host Ruth Lue-Quee is joined by Anna Speke to discuss understanding and working with external agencies for SEN support. Ruth and Anna discuss the services available and what SEN children may require help with. Practical tips for practitioners The discussion can help practitioners navigate the referral process and establish best practice with…

19 December 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 14 | Building relationships with Parents and Carers, with Anna Speke

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined again by Anna Speke, to discuss building relationships with parents and carers to support SEN pupils. Anna introduces early years and inclusion, before explaining how to involve parents and carers, rather than just inform them. Practical tips for practitioners Anna and Ruth then discuss strategies for effective communication, including forging good…

12 December 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 13 | Strengthening SEN Support Internally with Anna Speke

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined by Anna Speke, Early Years Education Officer at nasen, to discuss how to collaborate with different groups of people in order to support SEN pupils. In this first episode, Anna explains that everybody plays a role in supporting SEN children and she explains how to collaborate effectively for positive outcomes. Practical…

5 December 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6 TTS

Meet Podcast Guest: Anna Speke

Anna Speke joins our host Ruth Lue-Quee on Series 6 of the TTS Talking Podcast to chat all things to do with Collaborative Teamwork in a SEN setting. Anna is Early Years Education Officer at nasen (National Association for Special Educational Needs). She is an experienced SENCO and SEND Lead, having worked across different local…

29 November 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 12 | Managing Clutter and Visual Overload with Shardi Vaziri

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined by Shardi Vaziri for a final episode, to focus on a clutter-free and visually calming environment. The episode highlights the importance a tidy environment can have on children’s behaviour, helping them not to become distracted by a messy workspace, or being overwhelmed by not knowing where equipment is. Practical tips for…

28 November 2024

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Episode 3. Effects of School Inspections on Teacher Mental Health With Prof. Julia Waters and Mr. P

Reading Time: 2 minutes Join Ben West and Mr. P as they dive into the topic of supporting teacher mental health in and out of school.

25 November 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 11 | Inclusive Outdoor Learning Spaces with Shardi Vaziri

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined again by Shardi Vaziri, to discuss building strategies to create an inclusive outdoor environment. Shardi discusses the difference between indoor and outdoor learning, citing the need to consider the skills that need to be developed in each setting. Practical tips for practitioners Ruth and Shardi discuss the development of gross motor…

21 November 2024

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 6

Episode 10 | Building an Inclusive Indoor Environment with Shardi Vaziri

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined again by Shardi Vaziri, to discuss building strategies to create an inclusive indoor environment. Shardi highlights how designing an accessible classroom helps with children’s independence and supports their overall learning journey. Practical tips for practitioners The conversation highlights the need for practitioners to be mindful of how children approach and interact…

14 November 2024

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