@sendcogirl

SEND and relationship specialist. Author of Independent Thinking on Being a SENDCO. SENDCO of 4 primary schools.

 Northamptonshire
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Joined September 2018
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And you can download it and read it electronically....#mindblown @itPressUK @CrownHousePub
Independent Thinking Press@itPressUK22 May 2023
In #ITonBeingaSENDCO, @sendcogirl explores what it means to be a #SENDCO - a teacher or parent; a voice; a calm in the storm; a friend. Find out more about this inspiring new book and get your copy here ⤵️ independentthinkingpress.com… Thank you for reviewing @MaryMyatt
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The SENDcast
@theSENDcastApr 9
The needs around SEND in schools are increasing - both in numbers and complexity of needs - and many schools are struggling with the best way to support their learners effectively… 🧐🎧 ow.ly/99Kl50YGjZO #teachersofx #specialneeds #podcast
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Excited to share that we are recording at the #SAASHOW! NEC Birmingham, 19–20 November. Register here: hubs.la/Q03pfwGj0 If you’re attending, come and say hello, we’d love to feature your voice and your ideas. @sendcogirl @SAA_Show #FanSAAStic #Education #SEND
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It was great interviewing you @dave_mcpartlin
Dave McPartlin
@dave_mcpartlin26 Oct 2025
Always enjoy getting involved in a podcast - especially when the host is as lively as @sendcogirl! open.spotify.com/episode/6Fg…

Ginny catches up with Dave McPartlin

Catching Up with Sarah and Ginny · Episode

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Replying to @theSENDcast @drsarahmoseley @sendcogirl
Great listen! Print awareness supports early reading development.
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You’ve seen him on Britain’s Got Talent - he’ll move you to tears. But what he brings to your INSET is even more powerful. There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: independentthinking.co.uk/sp…
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The SENDcast
@theSENDcast31 Aug 2025
Listen to hear the significance of early print concepts and how they lay the foundation for literacy 🎧 @drsarahmoseley & @sendcogirl give practical tips for integrating print into everyday learning 🧑‍🏫#podcast #learning ow.ly/j8ZG50WJoSr
Image is a quote with 2 women pictured. Text reads 'If we don't put into the early years a joy of sharing print-based activities with learners - making print joyful. Then it's not going to be supportive to anyone'. Dr Sarah Moseley

ALT Image is a quote with 2 women pictured. Text reads 'If we don't put into the early years a joy of sharing print-based activities with learners - making print joyful. Then it's not going to be supportive to anyone'. Dr Sarah Moseley

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This was an amazing event with everyone feeling valued and energised.
Independent Thinking@ITLWorldwide31 Jul 2025
Not your usual CPD day. 25 experts + 1,000 educators = fresh ideas and new ways forward, because there is always another way. Watch the magic here: youtube.com/watch?v=N06SBDEs… @BathWellsTrust @floydwoodrow
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End of term thoughts courtesy of my dog...
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Thank you to @av1_noisolation for persuading me to write my first blog about challenges and triumphs for children with medical needs - an a plug for the book of course! Check it out: noisolation.com/uk/articles/…

How schools can better support learners with medical needs and why inclusion starts with staying...

An interview with Cath Kitchen

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It was an amazing event. Brilliant to meet up with the Independent Thinking family and connect with so many fabulous educators.
Independent Thinking@ITLWorldwide21 Jul 2025
The biggest of big days out for our Independent Thinking family! With @BathWellsTrust we brought: 👩‍🏫 1000+ educators 🎤 25 Associates 🎶 Bands, a DJ, ice cream & a Room of Wonder 💡 Thinking, laughter & magic. There’s always another way - and sometimes, it looks like this 💛
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The biggest of big days out for our Independent Thinking family! With @BathWellsTrust we brought: 👩‍🏫 1000+ educators 🎤 25 Associates 🎶 Bands, a DJ, ice cream & a Room of Wonder 💡 Thinking, laughter & magic. There’s always another way - and sometimes, it looks like this 💛
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If you've been trying to get hold of us by phone recently we've just been told about a technical issue so, apologies, and please try on 0844 5890490. Thanks
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Submissions for our new book No Other-Creating Schools Where Everyone Belongs, are inspiring and humbling. Two gaps remain in refugee education and the education of the Traveller community. Any educators out there with something to say on these areas, please get in touch 🙏
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There are have been some wonderful submissions for our upcoming new book No Other: Creating Schools Where Everyone Belongs. We're just working through them now and will be in touch in due course with all those who have put forward their suggestion. Thank You!
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I am currently travelling on a train and getting sooo much work done. I think there should be a...

I am currently travelling on a train and getting sooo much work done. I think there should be a system in place whereby if trains aren't very full that seats can be used as 'troffices' for a nominal...

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Want to contribute to an important new book about diversity and inclusion in schools? Deadline for putting your hat in the ring is midnight tomorrow. More details here independentthinking.co.uk/re… No Other – Creating Schools Where Everyone Belongs | Independent Thinking

No Other – Creating Schools Where Everyone Belongs | Independent Thinking

After our important education books, The Working Class and Square Pegs, we are now open for contributions to No Other: Creating Schools Where Everyone Belongs

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I had such a great day #EducationFest presenting with my brilliant frolleagues @AmyBaxter2412 and @SENDCO_Reed
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Amy Baxter@AmyBaxter24123 Jul 2025
Really thankful to these two ladies who did me the honour of sharing some of our expertise in a session this morning at the @EducationFest on developing culture and ethos to support SEND. 👏 @sendcogirl @SENDCO_Reed
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nasen@nasen_org1 Jul 2025
Empathy matters. Join @sendcogirl at nasen LIVE on 4 July for Follow The Empathy Road, a powerful session exploring PACE & practical ways to build trust with children, parents & staff. 🎟️ nasen.org.uk/nasen-live #nasenLIVE #SEND #Empathy #Inclusion #PACE
nasen LIVE - Ginny Bootman

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To flip flop or not to flip flop that is the question.... Years ago a friend of mine told me that staff could wear flip flops as long as they could run 3 metres in them....
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