SENtred NI

SENtred NI Training and consultancy for care providers of children with additional needs

Communication does not begin and end with spoken words.Sometimes ’behaviour’ is the most effective tool a child has when...
04/10/2026

Communication does not begin and end with spoken words.

Sometimes ’behaviour’ is the most effective tool a child has when other attempts at interaction have failed.

What’s important is understanding the individual, their communication style and ensuring they have means, reasons and opportunities for communication.

What communication attempts do you think adults most often miss?

It’s AAC awareness month! Having just marked non-speaking awareness day, we want to celebrate and validate all the ways ...
02/10/2026

It’s AAC awareness month!

Having just marked non-speaking awareness day, we want to celebrate and validate all the ways that people can express themselves.

That might be through leading, gesture, signing, facial expression or any of the low or high tech communication systems out there.

Sometimes ‘behaviour’ is the most effective tool a child might have to communicate. What if they had a reliable, robust communication system in place, that was supported by all their communication partners across all their settings?

27/09/2026

Before we focus on correcting behaviour, it can help to consider what support is already in place around the person.

Connection, predictability, communication, visual support and co-regulation can all reduce demands and help create the conditions for regulation.

Behaviour support does not begin at the point of escalation — it begins much earlier.

💙 Save this for your classroom or share with someone who supports children and young people.

26/09/2026

We all need sensory input to help us feel regulated. Often our body receives this input without us even realising it. Any tasks that provide push pull on your muscles and joints are great for providing proprioceptive input!

Follow us for regular tips and information on everything behaviour and regulation!

500 FOLLOWERS! 🎉Thank you so much for being here and supporting what we do.It’s been amazing to see this little communit...
19/09/2026

500 FOLLOWERS! 🎉

Thank you so much for being here and supporting what we do.

It’s been amazing to see this little community grow, and we’re so grateful to everyone who follows, shares, comments and gets involved.

We’ve got lots of exciting things coming over the next few months and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Thank you for 500!

We are all different, we all have different tolerances (cups) for different inputs and these can change from day to day!...
13/09/2026

We are all different, we all have different tolerances (cups) for different inputs and these can change from day to day! Giving ourselves and the people in our care the opportunity to get what we need when we need it, whether it's interaction, sensory input or emotional containment, helps keep these cups topped up and keeps us regulated!

12/09/2026

ONE YEAR SINCE OUR FIRST WORKSHOP!

Last week we celebrated one year since we delivered our very first training session.

We’ve delivered workshops and consultations, supported professionals and parents, and worked alongside organisations to challenge thinking and help people feel more confident in supporting children and young people.

That’s what makes us most proud — knowing that the work we do doesn’t stop when the session ends. It carries into classrooms, homes and everyday interactions for children who deserve to be understood.

Thanks for coming alongside us and being part of our community.

One year down. Here’s to year two. ✨

06/09/2026

Have you noticed a change in a child’s behaviour? Before we assume it’s “just behaviour”, it’s worth asking could something physical be going on?

That doesn’t mean every behaviour change has a medical explanation — but physical health is an important part of understanding the whole picture.

So when something suddenly changes, ask: “What might have changed for this child?”

Behaviour gives us information. We just need to be curious enough to listen. 🤍

If you’re concerned about a child’s health or notice a significant or persistent change, seek appropriate medical advice.

02/09/2026

Announcement 📣 Please SHARE 🎉

We have a WEBSITE!! Link in comments! Please note: we will be adding as we go!

Thank you to my amazing friend Jaclyn Harron who took time to help put all this together. I am not technical 🤣 honestly so so grateful. Jaclyn is a mummy too who is so supportive and always gives any support she can even while working full time!

We have tried to pull all historical information and evidence so that everyone can see what Caleb’s Cause is all about.

I am so proud of all our achievements but even prouder of everyone involved in this campaign because we couldn’t do this without you!

30/08/2026

We were delighted to be part of the expo at the Round Table Conference yesterday, along with a range of other wonderful exhibitors.

Round Table provided a much needed space for parents, caregivers, volunteers and professionals to reflect on their experiences caring for and celebrating those in their care who are disabled or have additional needs.

We had some great discussions about improving access and support.

Thanks to Send House for inviting us!

Address

Belfast

Website

,

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when SENtred NI posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category