Sara Alston (She/Her)

Consultant and Trainer, SEA Inclusion and Safeguarding

About Sara Alston

Independent Education consultant and trainer, specialising in SEND and Safeguarding

Author of The Inclusive Classroom and Working Effectively with your Teaching Assistant.

I provide direct support to schools inclusing SENCo support and mentoring, SEND and safeguarding reviews, bespoke SEND and Safeguarding training. 

I regularly speak at conferences and other events. 

I write and blog about SEND and safegurding issues, Currently interests include the additional safegaurding vulnerablities of children with SEND and the support for miliatary families.

Area(s) of Focus

Alternative Provision Units (SEN/EBD schools and PRUs) Children's services Consultancy Early Learning Primary School Secondary School

Job Title

Consultant Safeguarding Lead SENCO

Area(s) of Interest

ADHD Assessment Autism and ASD Behaviour Cognition and Learning Communication and Interaction Curriculum Dyslexia Dyspraxia EYFS Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Leadership Literacy Policy & Guidance Primary Sensory and/or physical needs Social, emotional and mental health difficulties Speech, language and communication needs Young adults, parents and carers

How did you hear about the SEND Network?

Other

What are your main reasons for joining the SEND Network?

Contribute to discussion forums Keep up with industry developments Network with other professionals Other

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