Supporting SEND in schools
Thrive supports the social and emotional development of all children and young people, including neurodivergent pupils and those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Whether you're in a mainstream setting, special school, alternative provision or multi-academy trust, our training and tools are designed to help you meet diverse and complex needs.
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How does the Thrive Approach support pupils with SEND?
By focusing on wellbeing, emotional resilience and relationships, Thrive aligns closely with the challenges faced by many children and young people with SEND.
We recognise that every child has their own developmental journey, which is why our Approach focuses on the individual needs of each learner. Using Thrive-Online, you can assess and support pupils’ social and emotional skills with tailored strategies that help to build secure relationships, promote emotional regulation, and ensure that every child feels understood and valued.
Science-backed wellbeing training for educators
Our training and apprenticeships enhance social and emotional development and remove barriers to learning.
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Thrive Licensed Practitioner
These career-defining 3-month programmes are designed to equip professionals, such as teachers, teaching assistants, SENCOs and pastoral staff, with the skills and knowledge to effectively support pupils' social and emotional development.
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Thrive Wellbeing Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5
This funded, work-based training programme is ideal for experienced teaching assistants who are looking to advance their careers and build expertise in social and emotional support.
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Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship Level 5
This funded training programme empowers teachers, leaders and aspiring leaders to advance their leadership and management skills, while building the expertise to strategically implement the Thrive Approach.
Thrive is a transformative approach. When it’s embedded in everything you do, it makes teaching and learning an empowering process. It helps young people to feel heard, validated and safe."
Leah Roberts. Family, Inclusion and Wellbeing Coordinator, Dovecote School.
Actionable insights, tips and techniques
Discover specialist advice and practical guidance from experts in the field.
Supporting SEN: Your strategies for inclusive classroom practice
In this 45-minute webinar recording, Thrive's Viv Trask-Hall and author, lecturer and neurodiversity expert, Kerry Murphy, discuss tips for implementing inclusive practices that enhance the learning experience for all pupils.
40 tried-and-tested inclusive classroom tips shared by our community
From empowering pupils with agency over their learning to nurturing empathy, this blog offers practical insights to create a supportive and enriching environment for all learners.
Solving the system’s SEND challenge: the blueprint for sustainable change
Tom Preston takes you through the key recommendations in Supporting Education Group’s submission to the Commons Education Committee inquiry into the SEND system.
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Supporting the wellbeing of autistic children in the mainstream classroom
Are you an educator seeking deeper insight into supporting autistic children in your mainstream classroom?
In this webinar, we'll explore practical approaches aimed at enhancing the emotional and sensory wellbeing of autistic pupils, focusing not on changing autistic individuals, but on adapting environments and mindsets to better support neurodiversity.
Book a Discovery Call
If you’re curious about Thrive or ready to join the 75,000+ educators already impacting the lives of children and young people by teaching social and emotional skills, schedule a Discovery Call with a member of the team.
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How Thrive is making a difference to pupils with SEND
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what our customers say...
Shaping children's futures: The power of Thrive in the Early Years
“In our area, we have got a lot of vulnerable children, a lot of children with English as an Additional Language and we support children with complex SEND needs. Thrive is something positive that helps us to support all our children. We’ve found it especially helpful with children who are dysregulated or who are showing distressed behaviour.”
Elizabeth Leer. Deputy Headteacher and SENCO, Rothesay Nursery School.
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what our customers say...
On Track Wisbech: The ‘extraordinary’ independent school re-engaging young people with learning
“Thrive allows us to look at the behaviour of the child to gain a more in-depth understanding about what they may be experiencing. We have seen that a consistent use of the Thrive Approach has helped improve attitudes to learning, increased attendance, and improvements in learners’ emotional and social skills and relationships within peer groups.”
Gemma Adams. Deputy Headteacher, On Track Wisbech.
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what our customers say...
Palladian Academy Trust: Thrive enables our pupils and staff to flourish
“Across our trust, our parents and carers have a range of different needs for support. Some have a pupil premium rate considerably higher than the national average and, similarly, some have a high proportion of children with a social care plan and additional SEMH or SEND needs. The Thrive Approach will help us to better meet the needs of all of our pupils in all of these areas.”
Becky Wilson. Executive Headteacher, Palladian Academy Trust.
Frequently asked questions
Thrive offers a range of training options for educators supporting children and young people with SEND.
We highly recommend our Thrive Licensed Practitioner and Leading Emotional Health courses for embedding a whole school approach effectively. We can guide you in selecting the best course for your setting.
We also offer levy-funded dual-award Thrive apprenticeships for people based in England in a current role.
Get in touch for more information
Choosing the right Licensed Practitioner course for you depends on whether you focus on age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate needs.
For example, if you work in a secondary setting primarily supporting young people with special educational needs, we might recommend the Childhood Practitioner course. This ensures you’re equipped to meet their unique challenges effectively. On the other hand, if your approach is typically age-appropriate, the Adolescent Practitioner course will serve you well.
If you’d like further guidance on selecting the best course for your setting, we’re here to help! Feel free to get in touch for more information.
Using Thrive-Online, staff can assess, track and monitor the emotional progress of pupils.
By generating personalised action plans and measuring progress, schools and settings can ensure that each pupil receives the specific support they need, whether in one-to-one sessions or group activities. This proactive monitoring helps identify potential issues early and fosters a supportive learning environment.
Learn more about Thrive-Online
Thrive recognises that each child has unique learning needs..
Our approach focuses on developmental milestones rather than chronological age, allowing you to support each pupil according to their individual learning journey. This means you can provide targeted interventions that meet their specific emotional and social requirements.