An interview with Emma Simmons for National Deaf Awareness Week.
Emma is an Advice and Guidance Officer with the National Deaf Children's Society and has supported deaf children and their families for over 20 years in various different roles, both within and outside the charity.
Emma Simmons' personal journey with deafness
Importance of early diagnosis and intervention
Role of British Sign Language in education
Peppa Pig's collaboration to raise deaf awareness
Supporting deaf children through inclusive education
21 Apr 2026
SEN Together Episode 12
Episode 12: Flipping the Script on Neurodiversity with Dr James Winkworth
In this thought-provoking episode of SEN Together, we’re joined by Dr James Winkworth, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Co-Founder of Cognition Clinical Psychology, and Lead Clinical Psychologist in a CAMHS Neurodevelopmental Team.
Together, we explore what it really means to “flip the script” on neurodiversity — moving away from deficit-based thinking and towards a more affirming, respectful understanding of neurological difference.
Dr James shares insights on:
Why neurodiversity should be understood as a natural variation, not something to be “fixed”
The role of assessment in shaping identity and accessing the right support
Common misconceptions about autism and how they impact families
The hidden toll of masking on mental health
We also unpack the wider conversation around diagnosis, including the powerful idea that:
“Overdiagnosis is a political battleground, not a medical reality.”
This episode is a must-listen for parents, carers, and professionals looking for a more compassionate, real-world perspective on supporting neurodivergent children and young people.
31 Mar 2026
SEN Together - Episode 11
In this comprehensive interview, experts Jane Griffiths and Jude Griffiths discuss child to parent violence, neurodivergence, and effective support strategies. They explore how understanding the 'why' behind behaviors can transform parent-child relationships and emphasize the importance of early intervention, community support, and systemic change.
25 Mar 2026
SEN Together - Episode 10
FND Awareness Day Special episode. I am joined by Vikki Harris from FND Action and Liam Virgo who has been suffering with FND for 10 years and was diagnosed at the age of 13.
17 Mar 2026
Episode 9 - SEN Together
A conversation with Liz Evans, The Untypical OT on parental burnout. What it is, how to spot it and how to prevent it.
2 Mar 2026
Episode 8 - SEN Together
In this insightful interview, Max Reed and Lucy Newman share the inspiring story of The Holly Project, a forest school initiative designed to support children who have fallen through the gaps in traditional education. They discuss the importance of outdoor learning, building trust with children, and the systemic changes needed to make education more inclusive.
25 Feb 2026
SEN Together - SEND White Paper Special Episode
In this episode, Erin Smart, an education law expert from Russell Cook Solicitors, discusses the upcoming reforms in special educational needs (SEN) support as outlined in the White Paper. She explains the tiered support system, legal thresholds, and what parents and schools can expect during the transition period.
23 Feb 2026
Episode 7 - SEN Together
In this conversation, Lucy Watson speaks with Hayley Fuller, a SEND and Early Years Specialist teacher, about the importance of inclusion in education, particularly for children with special educational needs. They discuss the need for a curriculum that is more inclusive and centered around children's interests, rather than traditional subject-based learning. Hayley emphasizes the benefits of interest-based and play-based learning, advocating for a shift in how education is approached to foster joy and curiosity in children. They also touch on the role of technology in supporting learning and the need for resources for parents and educators.
16 Feb 2026
SEN Together - Episode 6
In this powerful episode of SEN Together, we sit down with the incredible Gavin Simpson — founder of Binman to Boardroom® — to talk about resilience, neurodiversity, and redefining success.
Leaving school with no qualifications, Gavin spent nine years driving a bin lorry believing he was “broken.”
An adult diagnosis of autism became his turning point — helping him realise his pattern-seeking brain wasn’t a weakness, but a strategic advantage.
Fast forward to today:
🏆 CIMA Student of the Year (2024)
🏢 Finance Leader at major organisations including Jaguar Land Rover
🎤 TEDx speaker challenging the Industrial Model of Education
🚀 Advocate for Cognitive & Background Diversity as a competitive business asset
This conversation is honest, inspiring and essential listening for parents, educators and professionals navigating the future of education and work — especially in the AI economy.
9 Feb 2026
Episode 5 - SEN Together
A conversation with Myles Pilling an Assistive Technologist with an amazing career.
2 Feb 2026
Episode 4 - SEN Together
A podcast for Parents, Teachers and Professionals on all things SEN.
In Episode 4, I talk with Charlie Moseley, Assistant Head, SENCO and DSL for Heron Way Primary School, Horsham about the current situation in schools, the government's £200 million training promise and the long awaited white paper.
26 Jan 2026
SEN Together - Episode 3
Episode 3 of SEN Together. A podcast for parents, teachers and professionals.
Episode 3 looks at Adoption and the effect of government cuts to the Adoption and Special Guardianship support fund.
I also update you on my daughter's EHCNA application and finally my son's EHCP finally arrived but how long did it take to get one?
19 Jan 2026
SEN Together - Episode 1
SEN Together. A podcast for parents, teachers and professionals.
In this episode I interview John Milne, MP for Horsham, West Sussex and I start the clock ticking on my daughter's EHCNA request.
19 Jan 2026
SEN Together - Episode 2
SEN Together is a podcast for parents, teachers and professionals.
In this episode, I am joined by Rachel Filmer, Campaign Manager for Special Needs Jungle and Co Founder of the Save our Children's Rights Campaign.
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