In light of the recent Schools White Paper placing renewed emphasis on behaviour, inclusion and accountability, how can mainstream schools respond in ways that are practical, sustainable and values led?  This dynamic 60 minute seminar explores how to translate policy direction into meaningful culture change. Blending evidence informed change management with classroom ready strategies, the session offers clear tools to strengthen behaviour systems, embed inclusive practice and build staff ownership. Delegates will leave with practical frameworks they can apply immediately to create coherent, resilient and high performing school cultures.

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

Target Key Stage: Primary and secondary settings EYFS–KS4, as well as KS5

Settings Targeted: Nursery / pre-school / childminder, School, Alternative provision, FE / Higher education
SEND Focus: Grounded in inclusive practice, the seminar supports learners across all four areas of SEND, embedding communication, cognition, SEMH and sensory/physical considerations into everyday classroom culture
Related Policy: This seminar aligns with Teachers’ Standards, the SEND Code of Practice (0–25), the Children and Families Act, KCSiE and the Equality Act, supporting schools to embed inclusive, safe and high-performing cultures.
Audience Stage:  Level 1-3
Learning outcomes: 

• Explain the implications of the current policy direction (including the White Paper) for mainstream school culture and inclusive practice.
• Identify practical, classroom-ready strategies that support behaviour, inclusion and engagement across all four areas of SEND.
• Apply a sustainable change framework to embed inclusive practice beyond short term initiatives.
• Evaluate their current school culture and identify priority areas for alignment with statutory expectations and best practice.
• Develop an initial action plan to strengthen consistency, staff ownership and pupil outcomes.