This course will consider:
- What ACES are and how they affect brain development.
- How, and why, a child who has experienced ACEs may present.
- A range of effective practical suggestions to support children in their setting.

Schools are facing the increasing challenge of providing inclusive education for a growing number of children with SEND. Budgets are tight and services are stretched, so how can we make sure our classrooms and learning opportunities are as inclusive as possible?

The EEF guidance report on Special Educational Needs in a Mainstream Setting is summarised in the following:
"An inclusive school removes barriers to learning and participation, provides an education that is appropriate to pupils’ needs, and promotes high standards and the fulfilment of potential for all pupils."

This course is designed for Headteachers and SENDcos and/or EYFS leads and can be accessed as part of the Leading on SEND package or as a stand-alone course.

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can cause social interaction difficulties, barriers to learning, attention deficits, language development delay, cognitive issues, unpredictable and impulsive behaviours and eating disorders. Recognising and understanding the needs of children who have suffered ACEs will not only help them to learn and progress within their school environment but also into adulthood.