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nasen awards - Maxine O'Neill, Specialist provision of the year

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Maxine O'Neill discusses Hope School, which won the Specialist Provision of the Year award. She highlights the school's commitment to a trauma-informed approach, serving 68 students and working with 32 schools across Liverpool through their HEARTS program. This program emphasises holistic thinking, empowerment, trust, and safety within the school community.

Maxine explains the importance of recognising trauma in all forms, not just extreme cases, and how this understanding has transformed their approach to education. She emphasises the school's philosophy of inclusivity, stating they do not believe in exclusion and strive to maintain connections with students and families.

The conversation also touches on the role of the SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and the necessity for schools to adopt trauma-informed practices. Maxine shares her experiences and insights on building trust with parents, managing staff well-being, and the importance of empathy in leadership.

About Maxine

Maxine is the Headteacher of Hope School, a specialist SEMH school, and the author of The Secret Life of SENCO. With extensive expertise in attachment and trauma, Maxine is dedicated to supporting students with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs. As the HEARTS Network Lead, Maxine champions a trauma-informed approach to schooling, ensuring that every child receives the care and education they need to thrive.

ARC award winner for collaboration HEARTS project

The Secret Life of SENCOs: Practical Insights on Inclusion and Specialist Provision (nasen spotlight)

Contact Maxine

www.hopeschool-liverpool.co.uk

https://x.com/liverpool_hope

Useful Links

nasen website

nasen events and CPD

nasen live conference

nasen Awards

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Maxine O'Neill discusses Hope School, which won the Specialist Provision of the Year award. She highlights the school's commitment to a trauma-informed approach, serving 68 students and working with 32 schools across Liverpool through their HEARTS program. This program emphasises holistic thinking, empowerment, trust, and safety within the school community.

Maxine explains the importance of recognising trauma in all forms, not just extreme cases, and how this understanding has transformed their approach to education. She emphasises the school's philosophy of inclusivity, stating they do not believe in exclusion and strive to maintain connections with students and families.

The conversation also touches on the role of the SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and the necessity for schools to adopt trauma-informed practices. Maxine shares her experiences and insights on building trust with parents, managing staff well-being, and the importance of empathy in leadership.

About Maxine

Maxine is the Headteacher of Hope School, a specialist SEMH school, and the author of The Secret Life of SENCO. With extensive expertise in attachment and trauma, Maxine is dedicated to supporting students with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs. As the HEARTS Network Lead, Maxine champions a trauma-informed approach to schooling, ensuring that every child receives the care and education they need to thrive.

ARC award winner for collaboration HEARTS project

The Secret Life of SENCOs: Practical Insights on Inclusion and Specialist Provision (nasen spotlight)

Contact Maxine

www.hopeschool-liverpool.co.uk

https://x.com/liverpool_hope

Useful Links

nasen website

nasen events and CPD

nasen live conference

nasen Awards

The SENDcast is powered by B Squared

We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

  continue reading

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