We support parents/carers and adults affected by ADHD and hold monthly meetings and activities for children.

Dr Jones Animal Agentz is the leading product for relaxation and coping skills. Applications: ADHD, autism (listed on UK & USA websites) and special needs children. Recommended by teachers, dentists and doctors (Dr Chris Steele MBE). Many parents use Animal Agentz to relax their children or stop them being naughty.

An online support Aspergers syndrome resource website, full of information and tips about living with the condition.

The Asperger's Syndrome Foundation is committed to promoting awareness and understanding of Asperger's Syndrome. The Foundation aims to promote high quality support and services, and to enable people with Asperger's syndrome to develop into members of the community who are respected for their contribution and recognised for their unique differences.

A free, confidential service for counselling advice and information helping to connect those in distress with a support network throughout the UK.

The site has been designed as a community resource where people who need help or want to offer solutions can come to share ideas and discuss new treatments and approaches. There is a big section from the USA where a lot of really positive work has already been done and from which we can learn. The website also features several helpful sections for parents, relatives, teachers and carers involved in helping children affected by autism and a forum to have your say.

AutismBuddy aims to provide a FREE user-friendly website that provides high quality printables and resources for teachers and parents for use with children with special educational needs. We provide easy to download resources in many categories, please visit: www.AutismBuddy.com for more info.

As part of Hampshire Autistic Society, Hope Lodge School offers Specialist Education and Support for day and residential students aged 5 to 19 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Residential provision includes: weekly, termly, 52 week or bespoke placements. Contact 023 80634346, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

LVS Hassocks, a day and residential school provides a supported learning environment for children aged 8-19 years who have communication, socialisation and imagination difficulties, specifically autism or Asperger’s.cSituated in Sussex, the school’s holistic approach enables students to develop independence and confidence, equipping them with skills for employment and life.

Charity concerned with the rights and interests of all people with autism.

Prior’s Court offer specialist autism services, supporting and developing young people with autism and complex learning difficulties. The School (5-19 years) and Young Adult Provision (16-25 years) offer personalised learning focussing on developing independence, life-skills, behaviour management, communication, choice-making, vocational skills and inclusion in the community.

The official PECS training consultants Scientifically supported as one of the most effective communication interventions PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) in the UK have helped over 100,000 people with autism and communication difficulties. Visit www.pecs.com or call 01273 609 555 for a teacher/parent training workshop in your area.

The Autism Directory: Helping Autism Families Get The Help They Need.

Dr Jones Animal Agentz is the leading product for relaxation and coping skills. Applications: ADHD, autism (listed on UK & USA websites) and special needs children. Recommended by teachers, dentists and doctors (Dr Chris Steele MBE). Many parents use Animal Agentz to relax their children or stop them being naughty.

Loggerhead Films produce DVDs for teachers on Managing Behaviour, Anti-Bullying and Circle Time in Secondary Schools. DVDs are a great value resource for teachers, they can be watched in groups, and can be the basis for discussion and the eventual implementation of new cultural change.

RPL provides a high quality service to children and adults with learning disabilities. We specialise in supporting people with severe and complex needs including challenging behaviour. We currently have vacancies in our children’s home for residential, short-term breaks and enabling services. Contact: 01392 209109 or visit our website: www.regentsparkltd.co.uk

Enter the 2011 autum AbleNet drawing! Winner announced November 1, 2011. AT Prize Package: PowerLink®4 with Jelly Beamers, Step-by-Step™ Communicator, Switch adapted toy, Jelly Bean™ switch, Original Receiver, Jelly Bean™ transmitter, All-Turn-It® Spinner. AbleNet is an industry leader in providing technical solutions to help people with disabilities lead productive and fulfilled lives.

Widgit Software is a global leader in providing symbol software and services to aid understanding of the English language. Working towards its mission statement of ‘providing equal access to text regardless of literacy levels’, the company strives to provide platforms to ensure readers of any ability can access information.

ACE offers accredited training and consultancy covering the latest developments in education law and guidance; SEN, disability, equality, children missing education and much more. Over 50 years of daily contact with parents and carers and educationalists means that our training is evidence based and comprehensive.

Croner Training offers schools management conferences and seminars. They have designed a rolling programme of one-day events for Heads and Deputy Heads covering the essentials of OfSTED, current education law, health and safety, financial and personnel management plus guides to writing SENs and enhancing personal and strategic skills.

The National Rebound Therapy Consultancy - with founder Eddy Anderson. The official UK body of reference and provider of nationally accredited, certificated staff training courses in Rebound Therapy. 01342 870543.

The University of Nottingham School of Education offers Masters and Research Degrees developed for teachers, counsellors, educational professionals, and those with a training, leadership or pastoral role in their organisation who wish to undertake personal and professional development. For our full range of courses, seminars and open days please click above.

Royal School for the Deaf Derby is a child centred day and residential school which provides deaf children aged from 3-19 with access to language (English and BSL), literacy and all curriculum areas. It promotes a strong sense of identity and through its 24 hour curriculum prepares young people for adult life.

Dr Jones Animal Agentz is the leading product for relaxation and coping skills. Applications: ADHD, autism (listed on UK & USA websites) and special needs children. Recommended by teachers, dentists and doctors (Dr Chris Steele MBE). Many parents use Animal Agentz to relax their children or stop them being naughty.

Excellent US based Down Syndrome site.

Easyread is a reading intervention system for 6-11 year-old children. It is based on a short daily lesson online. It has been particularly successful with children who are memorising words and guessing, rather than using an auditory decoding technique.

IWBPosters.com is a brand new website that offers eye catching, poster-style PowerPoint resources to use in your digital classroom. The resources are great for SEN/dyslexic children who find reading a challenge. Subscribe once and receive unlimited access to all the resources on the website forever.

Lucid Research is the leading developer of cost effective solutions for the busy SENCO’s problems of identifying dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties. We produce a range of diagnostic (LASS, CoPS), screening (Rapid, LADS Plus) and educational software (Memory Booster, Reading Booster) successfully used in thousands of schools.

Patoss is the professional organisation supporting specialist SpLD/dyslexia teachers and assessors. Membership is open to teachers qualified in SpLD and those studying for such qualifications. We also have Affiliate Professional and Supporting Member categories. Patoss provides an email Helpline for professional issues and a list of members offering one-to-one private tuition, assessments and advice.

The BDA is the voice of dyslexic people. They aim to influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society.

Net Educational Systems Ltd (Nessy) are specialists in children's educational software. They have been producing exciting resources for nearly ten years, and work together with the Bristol Dyslexia Centre.

This website offers support for children, adults and families with Dyspraxia.

Kingkraft are celebrating 25 years in the manufacturing of specialist bathing, showering and changing equipment. The company is now established as one of the foremost suppliers in the assisted bathing market. In addition, Kingkraft also offer products including seating, mobility, sensory and daily living aids to help provide independent living.

Inspired by the highly acclaimed Beyond Boundaries TV series, the new look show will include a number of interactive features, theatres and activities, alongside an exhibition where visitors can try and buy the latest products and services from a wide range of leading specialist suppliers.

TES Special Needs London. Visit the MUST attend SEN event to view, compare and buy the latest products and services and keep abreast of advances being made in our comprehensive CPD seminar programme at the UK’s largest SEN exhibition! Log on to www.teachingexhibitions.co.uk for details.

TES North incorporating Special Needs North takes place on 8-9 April 2011 at Manchester Central. This is the best attended event of 2011 for SEN practitioners in the North, with 28 CPD sessions and an exhibition of 200 plus exhibitors, nothing else comes near! Keep checking www.teachingexhibitions.co.uk for updates.

Communication matters website.

Being a parent is one of the most rewarding, happy experiences that you can have. But every parent knows the feeling when they would do anything for a break, so they can have some time to themselves. That’s especially the case for some parents who have a disabled child. Haringey Council runs a scheme called Family Link which puts families who have a disabled child in touch with someone who will look after them for a short break. If you are interested in becoming a Family Link Carer please call 020 8489 3787.

With many years’ experience supplying the residential accommodation of numerous special schools, Tough Furniture have now developed a new concept of school furniture. It’s designed in liaison with teachers and staff to help solve practical problems in the SEN classroom, and so make a positive contribution to an optimum learning environment.

British Institute for Learning Disabilities charity.

AQCUIRED BRAIN INJURY Supporting children, young people, families and professionals when a child has acquired a brain injury.

Contact a Family provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability. Contact a Family's vision is that all families with disabled children are empowered to live the lives they choose to live, and achieve their full potential, for themselves, for the communities they live in and for society.

The Government's Department for Education site

Inclusion issues from all over the world.

Good source of information about what's going on in other parts of Europe regarding SEN.

Independent Panel for Special Education Advice.

Learning difficulties - Learning disabilities resources.

UK Charity for Learning disability.

Multitone Electronics Plc, specialists in wireless communications, have developed communication systems enabling staff working within SEN schools to provide care at a distance so children gain independence and feel more relaxed. EkoTek detects where users are around the facility and automatic alerts are raised if children approach areas of risk.

Website of the National Association for Special Educational Needs.

Find your local parent partnership service, for information, advice and support for parents of children and young people with SEN.

National Curriculum guidelines for Special Needs requirements. Includes guidance on developing the school curriculum.

National Curriculum guidelines for Special Needs requirements. Includes guidance on developing the school curriculum.

Discussions, blogs, chats and social networking for teachers

Qualifications and Curriculum Development Authority website with information on the key principles of inclusion.

Special Needs Resources, information, companies, products, software, hardware, equipment, services, jobs, events and charities.

Includes lots of downloads, including some very interesting games.

Studio III Training Systems provides a non aversive approach to managing challenging behaviour.

With many years’ experience supplying the residential accommodation of numerous special schools, Tough Furniture have now developed a new concept of school furniture. It’s designed in liaison with teachers and staff to help solve practical problems in the SEN classroom, and so make a positive contribution to an optimum learning environment.

Information on Government policy, advice and guidance.

Contact the National Health Service direct for advice and information.

The Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills (Ofsted) regulate and inspect education settings.

PC Werth is the UK's number one in soundfield with over 15,000 units installed and unrivalled expertise. Expert installations and minimum hassle are a speciality in new builds, class refurbishments or upgrades, thus maximising inclusion and teaching improvement for students at manageable investment.

Royal School for the Deaf Derby is a child centred day and residential school which provides deaf children aged from 3-19 with access to language (English and BSL), literacy and all curriculum areas. It promotes a strong sense of identity and through its 24 hour curriculum prepares young people for adult life.

Cued Articulation promotes an understanding of English phonology and supports the recognition, acquisition and production of speech sounds. It is a unique visual, auditory and kinaesthetic system and an invaluable educational tool.

Get snappy with your phonics catch up with Rapid Phonics for struggling readers in Year 1 and upwards. With brilliant readers and pacy, memorable lessons you can be absolutely sure no reader is left behind. Order your FREE taster pack today!

Jelly and Bean books provide a simple phonic approach accessible to all children who struggle to read giving them success and confidence.

Nessy create motivating computer games to help dyslexics read, spell and write with confidence. Nessy programs are developed out of actual teaching and are designed by those with personal experience of dyslexia. The Nessy.com website shows free films to help parents and teachers.

Project X CODE is the only reading intervention for Year 2 onwards that embeds systematic synthetic phonics within a highly motivational adventure series to accelerate progress. This gripping series will keep children reading as they build their phonic knowledge and develop key reading and comprehension skills.

Age-appropriate books and interactive resources for 14-19 year olds. Short, accessible story books (reading age 7, c32 pages, c350 words) and excellent supporting interactive resources, based around everyday teenage experiences. Best-selling series: Everyday Challenges, Work Experience, Simple Meals, Relationships. In preparation: Making Sense of Money and Teen Issues. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

thinkbanking's "managed" banking service, which helps with budgeting by setting money aside for essential living costs, may be ideal for people who struggle to manage their finances alone. The account doesn't require a credit check, making it an option for people who have had problems with money in the past.

Unistage manufacture an exceptional selection of modular staging and accessories. Our comprehensive portfolio includes flat, multi-level or tiered staging sets and scenery to suit every performance and venue. Unistage is extremely quiet and stores compactly on a transportable shuttle. Unistage also offer a complete sound and lighting service.

Rapid can treble pupil attainment. When it comes to raising attainment, Rapid can make an enormous difference to your SEN and struggling learners. Teachers and children alike love the colourful characters, dyslexia-friendly font and unique software that help children progress. What’s more, Rapid is proven to work too – it can treble pupil progress in reading and double progress in maths and writing. Imagine how it can help to make a difference in your school.

General-purpose parenting site with good special needs links.

Family Fund Trust website: the FFT aims to support those who care for severely disabled children, by providing grants and information.

USA national information and referral centre on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators, and other professionals.

Parenting Special Needs.

Site for parents and carers of children with special needs.

Specialises in providing a range of inclusive toys and educational resources particularly for children with special educational needs; with an emphasis on acquiring language through play and interaction. Our range includes wooden toys, tactile and sensory products and speech motor resources.

The National Rebound Therapy Consultancy - with founder Eddy Anderson. The official UK body of reference and provider of nationally accredited, certificated staff training courses in Rebound Therapy. 01342 870543. www.reboundtherapy.org

Capita Education Resourcing is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment specialists. We have over 12 years’ experience of placing teachers with relevant expertise in vacancies teaching pupils with SEN in schools and nurseries. Capita also offer SEN management courses to candidates so they are up-to-date with the latest teaching methods. Tel : 0800 731 6873

The Nottingham Rehab Supplies range of Paediatric equipment features many existing and new products to suit a wide range of ages and abilities. In addition to Toileting, Bathing, Mobility, Positioning, Eating & Drinking Aids our range now also includes Sensory Stimulation & Communication Aids and Creative Development Aids.

The site has been designed as a community resource where people who need help or want to offer solutions can come to share ideas and discuss new treatments and approaches. There is a big section from the USA where a lot of really positive work has already been done and from which we can learn. The website also features several helpful sections for parents, relatives, teachers and carers involved in helping children affected by autism and a forum to have your say.

Henshaws College, Harrogate: Open Days. A chance for potential students and/or their parents/carers to visit us and find out more about who we are and what we do. Please contact us to book your place on your preferred session as spaces are limited. If you are unable to make any of the dates, please contact us and we will make alternative arrangements with you. Our 2012 Open Days are on the following dates: 11th January 2012, 7th March 2012, 9th May 2012, 13th June 2012. Tel: 01423 886451.

As part of Hampshire Autistic Society, Hope Lodge School offers Specialist Education and Support for day and residential students aged 5 to 19 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Residential provision includes: weekly, termly, 52 week or bespoke placements. Contact 023 80634346, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

SLD school site runs ActiveX scripting for MS Agent (text-speech, voice recognition and helper animations) The site is aimed at non-reading pupils with severe and profound Learning Difficulties.

Prior’s Court offer specialist autism services, supporting and developing young people with autism and complex learning difficulties. The School (5-19 years) and Young Adult Provision (16-25 years) offer personalised learning focussing on developing independence, life-skills, behaviour management, communication, choice-making, vocational skills and inclusion in the community.

RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning (formerly RNIB Rushton School and Children's Home) offers individually tailored education, care and therapies to young people with complex needs who are blind or partially sighted up to the age of 19. Visit www.rnib.org.uk/pearscentre for more details.

Catholic School with provision for the education, care and therapy of children with physical disabilities and complex health needs.

The Ellison shape systems offer a unique way of enhancing multi-sensory teaching while making learning interactive, fun and more effective for teachers and children. Our curriculum-based dies and projects make lesson planning more efficient. For more information click here.

Experia is the UK’s NO.1 designer, manufacturer and installer of wireless sensory rooms. We offer a variety of wireless sensory products including sensory and multi-sensory rooms, pools, bathrooms, outdoor sensory equipment and soft play rooms. All our products have the same aims: to offer innovation, accessibility and fun, regardless of age and ability.

Magic Fountains design sophisticated and measured interactive control of fountains for sensory gardens, lighting for sensory rooms and soundstores for outdoor and indoor use. Our innovative array of "all inclusive" weatherproof sensors and speakers produce a magical leisure and a fun learning experience for children and adults alike, within a safe environment.

Mike Ayres Design has an ethos of providing the very best designs and products available. They create specifically designed environments which enable people with special needs to enjoy a very wide range of sensory experiences for therapy, learning, stimulation, relaxation and fun.

Specialises in providing a range of inclusive toys and educational resources particularly for children with special educational needs; with an emphasis on acquiring language through play and interaction. Our range includes wooden toys, tactile and sensory products and speech motor resources.

Online shop providing affordable, safe, fun and innovative resources for all children, but particularly for children with SEN, including an extensive range of resources for children with multi-sensory needs. Our commitment is to quality and affordability so that all children can enjoy safe, inspiring play opportunities.

Maltron keyboards have been developed to help people overcome disability and injury by enabling keyboard access to computers for work and home. The range includes models for one hand (left or right), head/mouthstick/single finger and an expanded version for those with visual or muscular control problems.

For more than 25 years, Special Educators, Speech and Language Therapists, Parents and Caregivers have successfully applied Mayer-Johnson's Picture Communication Symbols(r) (PCS) at home, school and in clinical settings. Today, approximately 11,000 PCS symbols are available in 44 languages and used throughout the world.

Unistage manufacture an exceptional selection of modular staging and accessories. Our comprehensive portfolio includes flat, multi-level or tiered staging sets and scenery to suit every performance and venue. Unistage is extremely quiet and stores compactly on a transportable shuttle. Unistage also offer a complete sound and lighting service.

Henshaws College, Harrogate: Open Days. A chance for potential students and/or their parents/carers to visit us and find out more about who we are and what we do. Please contact us to book your place on your preferred session as spaces are limited. If you are unable to make any of the dates, please contact us and we will make alternative arrangements with you. Our 2012 Open Days are on the following dates: 11th January 2012, 7th March 2012, 9th May 2012, 13th June 2012. Tel: 01423 886451.

I'd love to change the world but... You can. Share your SEN expertise in one of VSO's educational programmes across Africa and Asia. In return you will be eligible for a package of benefits, including reimbursement of your public sector (TPS) pension. Registered charity England and Wales (313757); Scotland (SCO 039117)

Leaving money in trust. Families of people with a learning disability can get free advice from Mencap’s wills and trusts team. They provide: free booklets, a directory of wills and trusts legal professionals, free seminars, advice from an in-house wills and trusts solicitor. Mencap Trust Company Limited. Tel: 020 7696 6925. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Web: www.mencap.org.uk/willsandtrusts