Dr Sarah Moseley Educational Consultant

13/09/2025

13/09/2025

Paths to Literacy "Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes": Accessible Ideas for Children with Multiple Disabilities. For teachers, families, and others interested in literacy for children and youth with visual impairments

11/09/2025

SWALSS

OFSTED Early Years Inspection Framework
Published today, for use from November 10th. The link below gives the evaluation scales (for early years settings and schools) and the evaluation areas. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/education-inspection-framework/education-inspection-framework-for-use-from-november-2025
BBC News has a useful overview: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2jnlj3e0yo

Image shows the cover of the Early years inspection toolkit, the OFSTED logo is in the top right corner. Text reads "Early years inspection toolkit, This toolkit sets out the areas that will be evaluated and graded on inspections of registered early years and childcare provision under sections 49, 60 and 77(2)(b) of the Childcare Act 2006. It can also be used by leaders to support self-evaluation and continuous improvement. Updated: 9 September 2025

10/09/2025

Core strength refers to the underlying muscles of the torso and a child’s ability to maintain their position and move from the centre of their body outwards....

10/09/2025

CVI is the leading cause of childhood blindness and low vision yet many have never heard of this brain based vision impairment.

10/09/2025

10/09/2025

🎯 Spotlight Session: FREE EVENT - Top Tips for Supporting the Development of Spelling Skills

Date: 6th October 2025
Time: 6:00–7:00pm
Cost: Free of charge
Online Event

Struggling with spelling is a common challenge for learners with dyslexia, but there are ways to help! Join us during Dyslexia Awareness Week for a free online talk led by Claire Harvey, Head of Education at Helen Arkell.

Claire will explore:
✨Why spelling can be tricky for dyslexic learners
✨ The impact of weak spelling skills
✨ Common error types
✨ Practical tips to support spelling development

Plus, get an introduction to the brand-new Helen Arkell Spelling Journal — a powerful tool to help learners unlock the words in their oral vocabulary and bring them into their writing.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for parents and education professionals alike!

🔗 https://helenarkell.org.uk/events/spotlight-top-tips-for-supporting-the-development-of-spelling-skills/

10/09/2025

10/09/2025

https://www.drsarahmoseley.com/blog/inclusive-literacy-part-one-reading-for-all

Part of the Inclusive Literacy Series: Part Two – Writing | Part Three – Oracy…coming soon!

06/09/2025

📚✨ Happy ! 🌟
Stories belong to every child. Sharing books isn’t just about words on a page — it’s about connection, imagination & opening new worlds. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗷𝗼𝘆. 📖

06/09/2025

The ninjas are back in NEW format looking for even more word play and interactive spelling support! Morph Mastery for Groups, new intervention, new training. If you have already done the 1:1 course there is a reduced price for a conversion option. Book your place now! https://louiseselbydyslexia.com/morph-mastery-for-small-groups-intervention/