E6 Part 2 - Navigating the EHCP process with Karly

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   9 Jun 2025 · 18 min

   E8 Part 2 - Fighting for Nellie's, Gaby's Battle for the Right Education

   In Part 2 of this episode, Gaby takes us beyond the paperwork and into the realities of the tribunal process itself. This episode picks up where we left off, after the case has been lodged, and walks you through the highs, lows, and unexpected turns of preparing for a SEND tribunal. From gathering expert testimonies to navigating legal language and holding firm under pressure, Gaby shares the raw reality of what it takes to push back against a system that often fails to listen. She reflects on the uncertainty and tenacity that came with every letter, phone call, and meeting, moments that…

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   1 Jun 2025 · 26 min

   E7 Part 1 - Fighting for Nellie, Gaby's Battle for the Right Education

   In this episode, Gaby share's the emotional and exhausting journey of fighting for Nellie’s place in a specialist school ,a setting she and her family know she needs to truly thrive. From the sleepless nights and mounting stress to the relentless effort of challenging the local authority, this is the story of what it really takes to stand up for a child’s right to appropriate education. Despite overwhelming professional evidence supporting Nellie’s need for specialist provision, the local authority named a mainstream school on her EHCP, a decision that could set her back, not help her move…

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   S1 · E5 · 30 Apr 2025 · 40 min

   E5 Part 1 - Navigating the System: Karly on Advocacy, Neurodiversity & the Law

   In this powerful episode, we sit down with Karly: a lawyer, a mother to two autistic boys, and a passionate SEND advocate. Karly shares her personal and professional journey navigating the often overwhelming world of special educational needs and her journey to discovering her own diagnosis of Autism and ADHD. With extensive knowledge of Educational Health and Care Plans, coupled with her background in law, expect sharp insight and empathy as she opens up about the challenges families face, the gaps in the system, and her passtion to support other families. Whether you're a parent, educator,…

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   S1 · E4 · 20 Apr 2025 · 32 min

   E4 Part 2 - with Roberta: Understanding Gestalt Language Processing & Supportive Therapy Approaches

   In the second part of our enlightening conversation with speech and language therapist Roberta, we continue discussing the world of gestalt language processing , how it shows up in communication, and why understanding it is crucial for effective support. Roberta also shares her expertise on: What gestalt language processing can look like in children Understanding the reasoning behind challenges and behaviours that may arise and how to compassionately navigate them What effective speech and language therapy should look like How parents, educators, and therapists can better support natural…