Inclusive Leadership to Support Neurodivergent learners

Who is this module for?

This impactful training session is designed specifically for headteachers, SENCos, and senior leaders committed to embedding inclusive practice across their schools.

Description

Grounded in the latest Ofsted framework (2025) and SEND reforms, the module focuses on inclusion as a core measure of leadership effectiveness—not just an add-on. Inclusion is not seen as just good practice—it is essential leadership practice that enables every pupil to achieve, belong, and thrive. Through a blend of evidence-informed content, real-life examples, and leadership-focused activities, delegates will leave with a clear action plan to embed inclusive practice across their setting. 

The aims:

This module will help you gain an understanding of:

• Recognise the need for change, to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of all children and young people. 
• Understand the vital role that leaders have in enabling inclusion. 
• Understand the importance of developing an inclusive vision, strategy and culture. 
• Be aware of the role of effective professional development for staff to implement change and ensure inclusion at all levels in schools

Learning Objectives

In completing this module, you will: 

• Identify the characteristics of an inclusive school.
• Understand leaders' roles in delivering inclusive practice, in line with Ofsted guidance to ensure all pupils can Achieve, Belong and Thrive.
• Reflect on how the Neuroinclusive Education Network can support you in taking the next steps to embed an inclusive culture.

Session length

Based on approximately 60 slides, the presentation should take no longer than 120 minutes to deliver. However, the length of the training session will depend on the training partner delivering the session. Please get in touch with them directly to enquire about this. If you can't see their contact details, please search for your local training partner and enquire.