Most children have multiple diagnosis with Lizzie Shearing and Liz Britton from Learning DNA

SEND Parenting Podcast

The gap between what neurodiverse children need and what traditional education provides continues to widen, leaving parents desperate for answers while waiting years for diagnoses and appropriate support. In this eye-opening conversation, Lizzie Shearing and Liz Britton share how Learning DNA's revolutionary approach is transforming outcomes for children with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other neurodevelopmental differences.
At the heart of their methodology is the recognition that most children don't fit neatly into diagnostic boxes. "I think what really struck me in my role as a SENCO was that there isn't really one child I've ever met that only has one difficulty," explains Lizzie, highlighting why the traditional siloed pathways to support often fail our most vulnerable learners. Their 360-degree assessment evaluates fourteen distinct learning skills, creating a comprehensive picture that prioritizes interventions based on individual needs rather than diagnostic labels.
One of the most fascinating revelations is how frequently visual processing difficulties are misdiagnosed as dyslexia. Lizzie shares how proper screening and intervention improved her own daughter's reading speed by 25% overnight through specialized glasses and vision therapy. This exemplifies Learning DNA's evidence-based approach, which looks beyond labels to identify and address the root causes of learning barriers.
The conversation explores their innovative therapeutic programs, including movement therapy using AI tracking technology, personalized learning programs, vision therapy, and auditory integration training. What makes their approach particularly powerful is how they bring together families, schools and specialists to create holistic support systems with practical strategies for both home and classroom environments.
For parents navigating the overwhelming journey of supporting a neurodiverse child, this episode offers both hope and practical guidance. Discover how understanding your child's complete learning profile – rather than chasing diagnoses – could be the key to unlocking their potential and transforming their educational experience. Could your child's learning challenges be different than you think?

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Chapters

1. Introduction to the Send Parenting Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Learning DNA: A Multidisciplinary Education Approach (00:01:59)

3. Why Traditional Education Challenges Neurodiverse Learners (00:05:26)

4. The 360-Degree Assessment Explained (00:12:47)

5. Visual Difficulties vs Dyslexia: Misdiagnosis Issues (00:18:39)

6. Personalized Therapeutic Interventions and Programs (00:29:01)

7. Online Learning and Technology in Therapy (00:40:27)

8. The Future of Personalized Education (00:51:03)

9. Costs and Accessibility of Services (00:58:56)

10. Three Top Tips for Parents (01:01:36)