Emma Pinnock – Removing barriers to learning for neurodivergent children

Neurodivergent pupils bring unique strengths, perspectives, and potential to our classrooms. However, they may also encounter barriers that limit their access to learning and full participation in school life. Removing these barriers is essential to maximising progress, promoting inclusion, and meeting the requirements of a high-quality, adaptive curriculum.

This webinar will provide teachers and school leaders with practical, evidence-informed approaches to:

• Recognise the common barriers faced by neurodivergent learners across different contexts
• Adapt pedagogy, classroom routines, and the learning environment to increase accessibility
• Embed strategies that promote independence, engagement, and self-regulation
• Develop an inclusive culture that values diversity and enables every learner to thrive

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About the speaker

With over 20 years of experience in education and a reputation for outstanding leadership, Emma is a forward-thinking strategist dedicated to fostering inclusive learning environments. As the Director of The Essential Education Group Ltd., she leads an Auditing, Consulting, and Training (A.C.T.) company specialising in Special Educational Needs (SEN), with a particular focus on neurodiversity. Emma is passionate about challenging individuals and organisations to move beyond their comfort zones, embrace solution-focused thinking, and push past conventional limits. Her core belief—that every obstacle presents an opportunity for growth—drives her professional approach and personal philosophy. Through The Essential Education Group, Emma works with schools, person-cantered organisations, and families, providing hands-on practical support and cutting-edge CPD training to enhance SEND practices. She has a proven track record of transforming SEN systems, helping educational establishments analyse their current approaches, and developing strategic roadmaps for improvement. Her ultimate goal is to improve outcomes for neurodiverse individuals, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive. As a teacher, trainer, coach, trustee, speaker, charity committee chair, and chair of governors, Emma is committed to inspiring change. She empowers people and organizations to create spaces where every individual can take their rightful place in the world—uniquely, confidently, and inclusively.

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