SIS Briefer: September 2026

By Beth Smithson, Sensory Inclusive Schools

Sensory Inclusive Schools Briefing by Beth Smithson

Hello

New classrooms, new routines, new faces — September asks a lot of everyone's sensory systems, staff included. It felt like the right moment to share two free opportunities to think about sensory inclusion this term.


Sensory Inclusion Summit 2026: Changing Environments, Enabling Participation

Free | Tuesday 13 October | Pre-recorded, 7 days' access

Co-hosted by Sensory Inclusive Schools and Sensory Integration Education, this cross-sector summit explores how changing environments — not people — supports sensory safety, belonging and participation. Sessions include SEND reform and school environments, praxis, interoception, and lived experience, with a CPD certificate for attending and a chance to win a free place on the Sensory Inclusion Facilitator Certificate (worth £395).

Read more and reserve your free place →


Think You Know Sensory Circuits? Why Most Schools Get Them Wrong

Free 90-minute webinar | Tuesday 22 September

With Beth Smithson, in collaboration with Creative Activity. A look at why sensory circuits so often become a fixed morning-only routine — and how to embed sensory exploration across classrooms, corridors and playgrounds instead, supporting self-awareness and self-advocacy all day long.

Book your free place →



Wishing you a smooth start to term.

Best wishes


Beth Smithson
Lead for Sensory Inclusive Schools

PS: If you’re on LinkedIn, I share practical ideas and reflections on making schools more sensory inclusive. You’d be very welcome to follow along and connect with me there.