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1. Valuing and developing neurodivergent play with Simon Airey

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With a new school term comes a new season of the SEND Network Podcast! In our first episode of 2025, Izzy Felton is joined by Simon Airey. Izzy and Simon discuss neurodivergent play, covering:

  • Open-ended play
  • Allowing children to play their way
  • And using observations to plan play opportunities

Simon also answers questions submitted by our SEND Network members! Listen to the end to hear what he has to say. If you would like to ask future guests questions, register for the SEND Network today.

About Simon
Simon currently works with children with SEND (whether that is diagnosed or undiagnosed), focusing on neurodivergent play in EYFS.
Contact Simon
Email: [email protected]
Linkedin: Simon Airey
Academy 21
This episode is sponsored by Academy21, the UK’s leading online, DfE-accredited, alternative provision experts. Working with schools, local authorities and multi-academy trusts, they help students, through live teaching to build confidence, re-engage and progress in their education.
Academy21 works in partnership with schools and other institutions to support students who are struggling with attendance for whatever reason, providing a bridge towards reintegration.
Find out more about Academy21 by heading to their website, academy21.co.uk

The SEND Network
For more information and resources, access the Podcast Discussion Room here: https://send-network.co.uk/rooms/the-send-network-podcast
New to the network? Register here: SEND Network | An online community for SEND professionals (send-network.co.uk)

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Manage episode 459937150 series 3482345
Content provided by The SEND Network Podcast. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by The SEND Network Podcast or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

With a new school term comes a new season of the SEND Network Podcast! In our first episode of 2025, Izzy Felton is joined by Simon Airey. Izzy and Simon discuss neurodivergent play, covering:

  • Open-ended play
  • Allowing children to play their way
  • And using observations to plan play opportunities

Simon also answers questions submitted by our SEND Network members! Listen to the end to hear what he has to say. If you would like to ask future guests questions, register for the SEND Network today.

About Simon
Simon currently works with children with SEND (whether that is diagnosed or undiagnosed), focusing on neurodivergent play in EYFS.
Contact Simon
Email: [email protected]
Linkedin: Simon Airey
Academy 21
This episode is sponsored by Academy21, the UK’s leading online, DfE-accredited, alternative provision experts. Working with schools, local authorities and multi-academy trusts, they help students, through live teaching to build confidence, re-engage and progress in their education.
Academy21 works in partnership with schools and other institutions to support students who are struggling with attendance for whatever reason, providing a bridge towards reintegration.
Find out more about Academy21 by heading to their website, academy21.co.uk

The SEND Network
For more information and resources, access the Podcast Discussion Room here: https://send-network.co.uk/rooms/the-send-network-podcast
New to the network? Register here: SEND Network | An online community for SEND professionals (send-network.co.uk)

  continue reading

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