What Educational Psychologists Need to Know About Writing Neuro-Affirming Reports
What Educational Psychologists Need to Know About Writing Neuro-Affirming Reports If you work with neurodivergent children and young people, the language you use in your reports matters more than you might think. The National Autism Implementation Team (NAIT) in Scotland published its Neuro-Affirming Reports: Guidance for Health Practitioners a couple…
Read MoreWhat Does an Educational Psychologist Do? Beyond the Assessment
What Does an Educational Psychologist Do? Beyond the Assessment If you asked most people what an educational psychologist does, you’d probably get a fairly consistent answer: they assess children for SEN, write reports, and contribute to EHCPs and that’s true, as far as it goes. But it’s a bit like…
Read MoreDemystifying the EP Assessment: A Guide for Schools, Parents & Carers
Demystifying the EP Assessment: A Guide for Schools, Parents & Carers For a parent, hearing that their child may need an Educational Psychology (EP) assessment can feel daunting. For a SENCO or teacher, it marks a significant step in supporting a pupil with complex needs. It’s a process that can…
Read MoreThe Shift Towards Face-to-Face Educational Psychology Assessments and What It Means for EPs
The Shift Towards Face-to-Face Educational Psychology Assessments and What It Means for EPs The landscape of Educational Psychology assessment is shifting. Over the past year, Psychology Direct has seen a significant rise in demand for face-to-face assessments from Local Authorities, schools, and families. For Educational Psychologists, understanding this sector-wide change…
Read MoreHow Partnering with Psychology Direct Works for Associates
How Partnering with Psychology Direct Works for Associates As a dedicated psychologist or psychiatrist, your passion lies in assessment, insight, and making a real difference. But often, the reality of independent practice can involve a surprising amount of administrative burden, chasing referrals, negotiating fees, managing paperwork, and even battling for…
Read MoreA School Leader’s Guide to the EHCP Process
A School Leader’s Guide to the EHCP Process As a school leader or SENCO, navigating the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process can be one of the most demanding aspects of your role. The paperwork is extensive, the timelines are tight, and the responsibility to get it right for…
Read MoreKeeping Children Safe in Education 2025
Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 The Department for Education has published Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, which came into force on 1 September 2025. This year’s updates are primarily technical rather than transformative, but several changes are particularly relevant for those working with children. What’s Changed in…
Read MoreUnderstanding PANS and PANDAS: A Guide for Educational Psychologists
Understanding PANS and PANDAS: A Guide for Educational Psychologists Introduction PANS (Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) are complex, post-infectious medical conditions that can profoundly affect a child’s or young person’s emotional, cognitive, and behavioural functioning. Children and young people with PANS or PANDAS…
Read More“It’s Silent” – What the 2025 Safeguarding Report Revealed About Race and Child Protection
“It’s Silent” – What the 2025 Safeguarding Report Revealed About Race and Child Protection Content Warning: This blog discusses child safeguarding cases involving serious harm and death, racism, and systemic failures in child protection. Some readers may find the content distressing. Earlier this year the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel…
Read MoreBeyond Assessments: The Modern Role of an Educational Psychology Service
Beyond Assessments: The Modern Role of an Educational Psychology Service For many school leaders, Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) directors, and SENCOs, the term “Educational Psychologist” (EP) often brings one thing to mind: statutory assessments for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). While providing expert psychological advice for EHCPs remains a…
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