Case Studies
Real examples of how we’ve helped schools and pupils achieve better outcomes through targeted SEND support and innovative literacy interventions. These success stories demonstrate our commitment to creating sustainable, inclusive solutions that work.
Developing Local Provision Project - Northwest Birmingham
The Developing Local Provision Project represents a collaborative approach to supporting struggling readers across 15 secondary schools in Northwest Birmingham. Through this three-year DfE-funded initiative, we established two cognition and learning literacy hubs where pupils receive intensive six-week interventions tailored to their specific learning needs.
Key outcomes achieved:
- 300+ pupils supported over three years with 100% showing progress in at least one measured area
- Comprehensive assessment approach using diagnostic tools to identify specific reading difficulties
- Weekly family engagement calls ensuring home-school partnership throughout the intervention
- Sustainable model created with flagship schools continuing best practice beyond project funding
- Multi-faceted support addressing phonics, comprehension, transcription, and independent writing skills
The project’s success lies in its personalised approach – from pupils who need quality first teaching strategies to those requiring specialist support pathways. Each child receives detailed exit reports with tailored recommendations for their home school, ensuring continuity of support.
Nisham High School - Transforming Secondary Literacy Support
Nisham High School’s journey demonstrates how secondary schools can effectively support pupils with complex literacy needs through innovative interventions and assistive technology. Working as part of the Developing Local Provision Project, the school developed a robust system combining Literacy Junction programming with scanning pen technology.
Transformational results:
- Successful integration of multisensory literacy approaches moving beyond traditional phonics-only methods
- Improved pupil independence in classroom settings through assistive technology training
- Enhanced fluency and comprehension skills through reciprocal reading strategies
- Reduced over-reliance on adult support, promoting learner autonomy and self-advocacy
- Sustainable intervention model that addresses the full spectrum of literacy skills
The school’s approach recognises that secondary pupils need more than basic phonics support – they require comprehensive literacy skills including comprehension, writing composition, and classroom independence. By combining targeted interventions with practical assistive technology, pupils gain both the skills and tools needed for academic success.
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I had the pleasure of working with Alex while overseeing the special educational needs provision at a large secondary mainstream school on behalf of a multi-academy trust. Throughout this time, Alex demonstrated exceptional commitment and expertise in supporting pupils with diverse needs. She approached her work with a proactive mindset, consistently seeking solutions that improved outcomes for students while fostering a collaborative environment.
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Phil Harrison
Chief Executive Officer Manor Hall Academy Trust
Alex’s wide experience in supporting students with additional needs is very broad and she has strategies at hand for every scenario! She is good humoured, knowledgeable and approachable. I hope to carry on working with her in the future.
JACK WALker
Universal American School, Languages teacher and school co ordinator
Alex always put the child at the centre of her practice. She understands and advocates for the support each child’s needs. She has extensive knowledge regarding different special educational needs and disabilities and is proactive in ensuring they can access the curriculum with the correct support.
Joanna Garvey
Special School Headteacher – Birmingham
Alexandria is passionate, insightful and tenacious. She will always go that extra mile to ensure the needs of the child and their family are met. Alex is an incredible SENCO who has improved the lives of many SEND families over the years.
Wendy Brown
HLTA
Alex Hough is a passionate advocate for young people with SEND. She is knowledgeable, experienced, tenacious and hard working. I worked with Alex when she was a SENCO in an inner city mainstream secondary school. In that role, she engaged positively with pupils, families, staff, other schools and a range of professionals and outside agencies to secure the best possible outcomes for young people with SEND. Alex is special through and through.
Simon Mosley