A Guide to SEND in the Early Years

This book offers a uniquely honest, actually useful, critical yet relatable toolkit for Early Years educators who remain committed to taking care of and educating all babies and young children in our current educational system. -- David Cahn * Early Years teacher and carer, and author, @DavidN_Cahn *
A clear, helpful and refreshingly honest book which explains SEND from top to bottom. I would highly recommend this book to anyone trying to navigate SEND in the UK. -- Kim Griffin * Occupational Therapist, GriffinOT, @Griffin_OT *
Kerry has skilfully collated case studies and a plethora of contributions, from parents, Early Years educators and specialists promoting advocacy, agency and activism. This book gives a view of supporting SEND not only from a policy-driven perspective but from a trained, experienced and neurodiverse one.’ -- Jamel Carly Campbell * Early Years SEND specialist and Men in the Early Years Ambassador, @JamelCarly *
A Guide to SEND in the Early Years is a must-read for all working across the EYFS, whether directly or indirectly. Informed, practical, down to earth and thought provoking. -- Dr Sue Allingham * Independent Early Years consultant, @DrSue22 *
A book of real integrity, a celebration of uniqueness, championing the rights of children with SEND and their families. A game changer, which will reframe thinking and perspectives; from difficulties to differences, problems to possibilities, with tangible strategies to impact practice and ultimately, the lives of children. An essential read for practitioners and parents alike. -- Sarah Doyle * Early Years and SEND advisor, and proud parent to an autistic boy *
An accurate synopsis of the dedication and practice of the Early Years workforce to support children and families with SEND despite the barriers and limitations of current government policies. -- Maria Goncalves * London Early Years Foundation SEND Manager *
This is a book that every educator needs to read. It will transform how we think about SEND! Kerry Murphy’s words will be music to the ears of professionals and parents. We need this book in every school. -- Dr Gavin Reid * Independent educational psychologist, @drgavinreid *
Kerry invites us to consider a child-centred, rights-based and celebratory view of special needs, with intelligent, engaging writing, passion, vulnerability, challenge and a focus on practical application. A must-read. -- David Wright * Owner of Paint Pots Nursery, @Mr_PaintPots *
It’s made me reflect a lot on how as a speech therapist I can best serve the early years individuals I support. -- Ruth Jones * Speech Therapist *
This is a really useful, practical resource that is packed full of advice, support, sources of information, networking advice and much more. It will inspire a wide range of practitioners in diverse settings and places a high value on continuing professional development through multiple channels. -- Mary Mountstephen * SEN Magazine *