by Nicky Wall | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ideas that support skills, soothe emotions and spark joy Most children will have their hearts set on a special gift for Christmas, but what about all the little extras like stocking fillers, small games, activities and sensory treats? Choosing gifts for neurodivergent...
by Nicky Wall | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, isn’t it? Sleigh bells, snowflakes, presents, pantomimes, every child’s dream, right? So why do so many neurodivergent children find Christmas difficult and why do parents and teachers often notice an...
by Nicky Wall | Oct 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Teach vowels as more than a list and they become the keys to unlocking spelling, reading and meaning. Do you know what vowels are? Most people, when asked, would say a, e, i, o, u – and some clever folks might add sometimes y. That’s great. You can identify which...
by Nikki | Jun 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
Every day we work with incredible children who learn in different, dynamic ways. Many of our pupils have a neurodiverse profile including dyslexia, ADHD, and autism—that shapes how they interact with the world and how they learn. Understanding the workings of the...
by Nikki | May 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
For many families, homework time can be a stressful part of the day—but when a child has dyslexia, the challenges can feel even more intense. Tears, frustration and avoidance are common. But it doesn’t always need to be a time of distress. At Toucan, we understand the...
by Nikki | May 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
At Toucan, we work closely with children who have dyslexia, ADHD, autism and other learning differences every day. One issue that arises more often than people might expect is low mood. It can be subtle and sometimes misunderstood. But for many children with Special...
