Permanent exclusion is rarely about a single incident. More often, it reflects unmet needs, escalating pressures, and a lack of time to step back and understand what a young person is communicating through their behaviour.  The Enable Inclusion Team (EIT) developed a Reducing Permanent Exclusion Risk approach to support pupils at highest risk — and there may be valuable lessons here for schools.    The Role of Educational Psychologists   Educational Psychologists (EPs) were

Inclusion isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a commitment. Increasingly a commitment that schools are going to be held accountable for delivering. For pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) , being part of a mainstream school can open doors to friendships, opportunities, and a sense of belonging. But let’s be real: inclusion doesn’t happen by accident. It takes planning, collaboration, and the right tools. That’s exactly why the University of Southampton dev