Support smooth transitions, reduce anxiety, and boost independence with this Now and Next Visual W i d git Support Pack – ideal for mainstream classrooms, SEND settings, and home learning. This pack includes clear, easy-to-understand visual symbols designed to help children know what is happening now and what is coming next. Perfect for pupils with autism, communication needs, or those who benefit from structured routines. What is Included: Ready-to-print Now and Next boards A selection of Widget symbol cards covering common classroom activities, routines, and subjects Blank symbol squares so you can adapt the pack for individual pupils Simple guidance on printing, laminating, and using the boards effectively Benefits: Supports children who are non-verbal or have limited language Reduces uncertainty and promotes calm transitions Encourages independence and visual processing Can be used in whole-class, small-group, or 1:1 support How to Use: Print and laminate the boards and symbols for durability. Use Velcro dots or strips to attach symbols to the boards. Place the current activity under Now and the upcoming activity under Next. Swap symbols throughout the day to keep pupils informed. Format: P D F download ready to print and use immediately. W i d git Symbols W i d git Software Ltd 2 0 0 2 - 2 0 2 5 w w w.w i d git.com used under license

This comprehensive 134-page resource provides a wide range of SMART target examples to support teachers and SENDCos in writing effective, measurable targets for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Covering all four areas of need outlined in the SEND Code of Practice, this resource is tailored for primary school-aged pupils and is ideal for use when creating SEN Support Plans, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), or Provision Maps. To make navigation simple, the document includes a clickable contents page – just hold Ctrl and click the area you need to jump straight to the relevant section. Covers Communication & Interaction, Cognition & Learning, Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH), and Sensory & Physical Needs. Suitable for mainstream and specialist settings

Print, laminate and cut out. Hole punch and add a binding ring with lobster clip to attach to your lanyard. Use as visual support when interacting with children and young people.

Assorted seaside resources ready for printing landscape Including: seaside vocabulary flashcards ( symbol and text, symbol only, text only) 18 pages seaside alphabet display cards lower case 27 pages seaside alphabet display cards upper case 27 pages seaside activities symbol supported 4 pages seaside activities text version 4 pages seaside number display 1-10 10 pages seaside pictures to colour 6 pages seaside posters with pictures for sticking onto posters 6 pages seaside word search 2 pages All of my resources are created using the Widgit software program ‘Communicate in Print’ Permission has been granted for me to use their symbols and pictures. Symbols can help many children and young people who struggle with reading or understanding. Symbols enable communication and can increase independence and build self-esteem. Please rate if you download Thank you for looking

This printable prompt card is designed to help educators and support staff assist students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in effectively managing time out. The resource provides a clear, structured visual aid to support students through requesting time-out, without drawing attention, ensuring they feel supported while practicing emotional regulation. Features: Visual and Text Prompts: Simple, easy-to-understand illustrations and phrases to cater to diverse learning needs, including those with autism, ADHD, or sensory processing difficulties. Portable Format: Compact design for use in classrooms, sensory areas, or at home. How to Use: Present the card and discuss with the student during a calm moment to explain the time-out process. Allow the student to use it as a visual cue when they need time to self-regulate. Encourage the student to follow the steps independently or with minimal guidance. Reflect with the student afterward to reinforce positive outcomes. This resource is ideal for supporting SEND students in mainstream or specialist settings, promoting a positive and inclusive approach to behavior management.

This all-in-one English support mat is designed to help children who need a little extra guidance in reading and writing. Perfect for classroom desks, small group work, or home learning, it brings key literacy tools together in one easy-to-use resource. What’s included on the mat: Speed Sound Chart – to support phonics recognition and blending. Common Exception Words – to boost spelling accuracy and reading fluency. Punctuation Guide – clear visual reminders to improve sentence structure. Ideal for KS1 and lower KS2, SEND pupils, EAL learners, and any child who benefits from visual, accessible support. The mat helps build confidence, independence, and accuracy in English tasks, while reducing the need for constant prompting. Perfect for: Daily desk reference Guided reading or phonics sessions Writing activities and independent work Simply print, laminate, and use again and again!

Assessment for learners in mainstream with high/complex support needs. Suitable for EYFS and KS1 (may be developmentally appropriate for older learners). Skills ladders outlining small steps of progress, aligned with Development Matters and SCERTS to use for assessment and target setting. Includes Excel Sheets with automatic graph production to track progress over time Objectives are organised into the four areas of SEND and are written to take into account the differences for neurodivergent learners and the different ways in which they may demonstrate learning. Cognition and Learning Communication and Interaction Sensory and Physical Social and Emotional Mental Health Sample available to download for free /teaching-resource/resource-13234298

This Friendship Scenarios Pack contains a variety of Friendship Scenarios, along with solutions, activities, and reflective tools to help pupils explore and understand friendship dynamics. These resources are designed to empower you to guide pupils through challenging social situations, assisting them in identifying and expressing their emotions, understanding others’ perspectives, and practising problem-solving in a safe, supportive environment. This resource is suitable for KS2 and Secondary pupils (There are just one or two that wouldn’t be suitable). The scenarios in this pack are carefully crafted to be flexible, allowing you to tailor your approach to meet the unique needs of each child. For instance, you may choose to use these scenarios in one-to-one sessions or in small group activities. Additionally, you can incorporate them into your regular emotional literacy sessions, reinforcing the importance of friendship, empathy, and communication. Ultimately, these scenarios are meant to be adaptable to different contexts and group dynamics. These include: 30 Friendship Scenarios: Each scenario offers a choice of 3 possible solutions. One solution is a good choice, one is acceptable, and one is not ideal. Reflection Prompts: Thought-provoking questions that help pupils gain a deeper understanding of the situation and themselves. Friendship Fix-It Tools: A collection of strategies designed to help pupils build and maintain stronger friendships. Empathy Boosters: Simple yet effective suggestions for developing and enhancing empathy. Role Play Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on using the cards for role-play exercises, which are especially useful for group work. Coping Strategies: Practical ideas to help pupils cope with the emotional challenges that arise in friendship conflicts. Friendship Qualities: A list of essential qualities that make someone a good friend. Which qualities are being displayed in the scenarios? Which qualities could be improved? Assertiveness Tools: Approaches to help pupils develop and demonstrate more assertive behaviours in their friendships. Traffic Light Problem-Solving: A visual traffic light tool to assist pupils in making informed decisions when faced with friendship issues. Friendship Fix-It Wheel: A simple yet effective visual tool that offers 4 key suggestions when dealing with friendship problems. My Friendship Scenario: An opportunity for pupils to reflect on and work through their own real-life friendship dilemmas. Feelings: Visual characters that can help pupils express and discuss their feelings in greater depth. Emotional Scale: A tool for scaling the intensity of emotions, helping pupils better understand the strength of their feelings.

Make your early years classroom calmer, clearer, and more inclusive with this ready-to-print visual pack designed to support communication, routines, and emotional regulation. Perfect for Early Years teachers, T A’s, and SEND Cos, this pack helps children understand what is happening next, manage transitions, and express their feelings. What is Included: -Visual Timetable (E Y F S-specific daily activities) -Now & Next / First & Then Boards -Emotion Regulation Tools & Calm Choices -Arrival & Routine Checklist -Toilet & Hand washing Instructions Reward Chart with Motivating Choices -Classroom Lanyard Symbols -Environmental Signs for Key Areas Includes over 1 3 0 Widget Symbols designed specifically for E Y F S routines, emotions, and communication. Each visual is classroom-tested and created under official Widget license - giving you a complete toolkit for daily structure, self-regulation, and independence. Why Teachers Love It: Created by a UK SEND specialist with 1 8+ years of classroom experience Supports non-verbal, autistic, and EAL learners Reduces anxiety and behavior challenges through predictability Simple, consistent symbols that build understanding across settings Details: Digital download (P D F format) - print, laminate, and use instantly -Ideal for classroom displays, lanyards, or individual communication systems -Perfect for E Y F S, Reception, Nursery, or inclusive primary classrooms Widget Symbols Widget Software Ltd 2 0 0 2-2 0 2 5 w w w.widget.com Used under license. This resource is not affiliated with or endorsed by Widget Software Ltd.

Need a Pastoral Support Plan (PSP) Template that is different from your Individual Education Plans? This PSP template will ensure all pupils in receipt of pastoral support can be tracked and monitored. Easy for any member of staff to complete! Includes: Key details about the pupil, including outside agency involvement Highlights strengths and difficulties Details provision in place and who provides this Space to review the impact of support in line with Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle

Hi, Here is a widget book for lost and found for Gestalt/ visual learners. I make these for the children I teach with Autism and have included some colourful semantics cards. Best wishes, Vicky Carpenter

A behaviour support plan to use with children in your class or setting displaying dyregulated behaviour. Guidance is included in the plan to lead your conversation with the pupil. This plan was developed in conjuction with a CAMHS clinician as part of a piece of work on Trauma Informed Practice.

This is an anger support plan resource pack for older pupils who need help with anger. Perfect for ELSA SUPPORT. The plan is a useful reminder for them and others on what they need to look out for, do, or remember when their feelings of anger get too much. The resource is aimed at upper KS2 and Secondary. The plan is meant to be worked through with an adult. When pupils are angry they need that all important one to one or small group support. Helping pupils to manage their anger is the end result of all the work you do with them. The plan must be done with the worksheet pack . Included in the anger support plan pack Fillable form version of the support plan – pupils can fill this in on the computer PDF form for printing and writing out by hand 9 worksheets working through all the points on the plan 3 information sheets with examples of thought challenging questions, assertiveness script and body signs The 9 worksheets and activities included are: Anger triggers Body signs What makes anger worse? What do I need when feeling angry? Where is my safe place? Questions to challenge anger What might distract me? Who can I talk to? What coping strategies can I use?

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt – Visual Support Reading Resource | ASD, SEN & SEND | Visual Support Reading Resource Adapted with Symbols, this resource provides visual support to make the story accessible for children with Autism (ASD), SEND, speech and language needs, learning difficulties, and emerging readers. The symbols help improve comprehension, build vocabulary, support communication, and encourage independent engagement with the story. Included: ✔ Symbols throughout ✔ Symbol-supported text ✔ Printable, ready-to-use resource Perfect for EYFS, KS1, SEN, SEND, Speech and Language Therapy, Autism support, early literacy, home education, and inclusive classrooms. Keywords: We’re Going on a Bear Hunt,Symbols, Autism, ASD, SEN, SEND, Visual Supports, Symbol Supported Reading, Early Literacy, Speech and Language, Story Sequencing, Repetitive Text, Vocabulary Development, EYFS, KS1, Printable Resource.

The Colour Monster – Symbol Visual Support Reading Resource | ASD, SEN & SEND | Visual Support Reading Resource Adapted with visual symbols, this resource provides additional support to make the story more accessible for children with Autism (ASD), SEND, speech and language needs, learning difficulties, and emerging readers. The symbols help improve comprehension, build vocabulary, support communication, and encourage independent engagement with the story. Included: ✔ Symbol-supported text throughout ✔ Printable, ready-to-use PDF resource ✔ Visual supports to aid comprehension and communication Perfect for EYFS, KS1, SEN, SEND, Speech and Language Therapy, Autism support, emotional literacy, early literacy, home education, and inclusive classrooms. Keywords: Symbol Supported Reading, Autism, ASD, SEN, SEND, Visual Supports, Emotional Literacy, Feelings, Emotions, Social Emotional Learning, Speech and Language, Vocabulary Development, Early Literacy, Printable Resource, EYFS, KS1.

A Positive Behaviour Support Plan (PBSP) is an individualized plan that focuses on understanding, preventing, and responding to challenging behaviour in the school setting. The plan is developed by the school, parents, and other relevant professionals, and is tailored to the individual student’s needs. A PBSP includes strategies to help the student better understand and manage his or her behaviour in the school setting, as well as strategies to support the student’s positive behaviour.

A ‘cheat sheet’ for dyslexia. Includes a brief description, indicators of this learning need, and strategies for support. Useful for all school staff. Can be printed and stuck into diaries, CPD journals.

This booklet gives information about dyslexia and how teachers and teaching assistants can support student's within the classroom. The booklet includes: - A quiz to show understanding - Explains what dyslexia is and why its important to identify - How it effects reading and writing, amongst other information

The Special Schools Pack is a comprehensive guide for pupils with Down's syndrome in special schools.