During this session, we will explore ‘big feelings’ across the Early Years, and how these may be impacted by emerging neurodivergence. We will look at supportive strategies that highlight the significance of the role of the adult, in co-regulation, and of the importance of the physical environment.

Target audience: SENCO’s / Leaders, Practitioners / Support staff, Local Authority Staff

Target Key Stage: Early Years and Key Stage One 

Settings Targeted: Nursery / pre-school / childminder, School
SEND Focus: Emerging Neurodivergence (including ADHD and Autsm)
Related Policy: N/A
Audience Stage: Level 1-2
Learning outcomes: 

• Delegates will learn how emotional regulation develops in the early years and how emerging neurodivergence may influence the experience of 'big feelings' and to identify and apply co-regulation strategies that focus on the role of the supportive adult To evaluate and adapt the physical environment to support emotional regulation