SEND Resources for Teachers: Supporting Inclusive Education

Supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is a fundamental part of delivering an inclusive, high-quality education. As classroom teachers, tutors, and learning support staff know all too well, meeting the diverse needs of SEND learners requires both understanding and the right tools.

At Pass, we are committed to making learning accessible for everyone. That’s why we’ve created and curated a range of resources to help teachers better support their SEND students.

Useful SEND Resources for Teachers

Here are some helpful places to start:

• Twinkl SEND Hub: Offers differentiated resources, strategies, and teaching packs for learners with a wide range of needs.
  Visit Twinkl SEND Hub

• NASEN (National Association for Special Educational Needs): Provides guidance, CPD opportunities, and resources for educators working with SEND pupils.
  Visit NASEN

• SEND Gateway: A valuable portal of SEND training and resources created by leading organisations.
  Visit SEND Gateway

• The Communication Trust: Focuses on supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
  Visit The Communication Trust

These platforms offer everything from classroom strategies and printable resources to detailed guidance for writing EHCPs and implementing inclusive teaching practices.

How Pass Supports SEND Learners

At Pass, we are proud to be leading the way in accessibility in the education technology space. We have recently introduced a comprehensive suite of accessibility features that make our platform fully inclusive for SEND learners. These are also included in our SEND resources for teachers.

Our mission is to ensure that every student, regardless of ability or need, can engage confidently and independently with our learning and assessment tools. Key accessibility features now available on the Pass platform include:

• Screen Reader Compatibility: Our entire platform can be navigated and read aloud using screen readers, ensuring visually impaired learners can engage with all content.

• Keyboard Navigation: Every part of our system can be accessed without a mouse, making it usable for those with motor impairments or who rely on alternative input devices.

• Text Size Adjustment: Users can increase or decrease font size to suit their needs, improving readability for those with visual or processing difficulties.

• Colour Contrast Controls: Learners can toggle between high-contrast modes to enhance visibility and reduce eye strain.

• Pause Animations: Moving elements or animations can be paused to reduce distractions and support learners with sensory sensitivities.

• Highlight Links: All interactive elements are clearly highlighted to aid navigation, especially for users with cognitive impairments.

• Readable Fonts and Spacing: The option to switch to more legible fonts and adjust spacing helps improve comprehension for learners with dyslexia or other reading difficulties.

• Content Structuring: Logical content hierarchy and landmarks ensure our platform works well with assistive technologies, providing seamless and intuitive navigation.

These features apply across all interactive assessments, revision content, and learner dashboards, ensuring the entire learning journey is as accessible as possible.

We’re Just Getting Started

Pass is dedicated to continuous improvement in accessibility, working closely with teachers and SEND professionals to make learning equitable for every pupil. Whether you’re a teacher looking for resources or a provider searching for a platform that genuinely supports all learners, we’re here to help.

👉 Contact us to learn more about how Pass can support your learners with SEND.

Written by

Pass Team

We help thousands of students each year with revision, courses and online exams.