About Us

As a collection of SEND specialist teachers and school leaders, we’re interested in a genuinely inclusive education system, what this looks like ‘on the ground’ and how we make steps to get there.

We’re aware of the daily pressures felt by teachers within the system and look to crack open the difficult conversations around SEND and Inclusion.

There are ‘elephants in the room’ we need to talk about if we’re serious about changing the narrative around SEND – Phil Leaney

The intention is for various colleagues to contribute to the discussion. Below are some key people who will be creating and curating content for the website.

Rosalind Hopkins

Executive Headteacher at Birch Wood Area Special School

@RosalindHopHT

Phil Leaney

Deputy Headteacher at Birch Wood Area Special School with responsibility for Quality of Education and Professional Development.

Director of Leicestershire and Rutland SEND and Inclusion Hub

@P_Leaney

Amy Dunstan

Deputy Headteacher at Birch Wood Area Special School with responsibility for Behaviour and Culture