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Gareth D Morewood
Gareth is the Educational Advisor for Studio III (www.studio3.org). Previously he worked for 25 years in U.K. schools; 17 of which were as SENCo in a large, inclusive secondary school in the North West of England. Gareth has extensive ‘front-line’ experience supporting schools, families and working directly with young people in the U.K. and abroad, particularly Chile, Dubai, Portugal, Ireland and Scandinavia.
Gareth is Co-Director of the LASER Programme, which fuses his critically acclaimed Saturation Model (Morewood, Humphrey & Symes, 2011) with Low Arousal approaches (McDonnell & Deveau, 2018) as part of a system-led model of inclusive practice.
As a Visiting Lecturer Gareth has taught on Post-Graduate courses teaching non-adverse approaches supporting people with complex needs and as a school improvement advisor Gareth has supported a range of educational settings internationally with inclusive curriculums and practice.
Area of expertise
Special/Additional Educational Needs & Disabilities
School Improvement
Working with families and co-production
Systemic change
Inclusive structures and pedagogy
Two Blogs for more information:
Why constant consistency matters: emotional regulation as a foundation for learning.
Applying Low Arousal approaches in education settings.
https://blog.optimus-education.com/applying-low-arousal-approaches-education-settings
Professional Experience
25 years in schools including 17 as SENCo with 70-80 EHCPs/Statements within a mainstream secondary of 1300 students.
Advised and supported schools internationally whilst working as a SENCo and most recently as Educational Advisor at Studio III.
Developer of the Saturation Model - Which originated from supporting autistic learners excluded from or n0t attending school. Now used as a school improvement and development tool internationally.
Morewood, G. D., Humohrey, N. & Symes, W. (2011) Mainstreaming autism: making it work. Good Autism Practice Journal 02.12.11, 62-68.
Download original paper - http://ow.ly/WJEc30qe80H
The Saturation Model explained - http://ow.ly/QcST30qe7YG
Key Achievements
Developed the Saturation Model as a tool for school improvement
Link - https://tinyurl.com/yc3j6yxv
Founded the LASER Approach (with Prof Andy McDonnell)
Link - www.studio3.org/education
Book Chapter
Morewood, G.D., McDonnell, A.A. & McDermott, R.A. (2021). ‘The LASER Approach.’ In New Trends and Promising Directions in Modern Education New Perspectives 2021, Ed. By M. Aydogmus. Meram: Palet Publications.
Link to Book Chapter - http://ow.ly/KV7750KAlT1
Co-Author of Championing Your Autistic Teen at Secondary School: Getting the Best from Mainstream Settings (with parent Debby Elley) - http://ow.ly/tLMh30sgs2H
Supported numerous schools and countries in their strive for inclusion.
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Foundations for Success (FFS) stands as a beacon in the realm of education consultancy, firmly rooted in values and driven by an unwavering commitment to bolster leadership capacities in primary education. Their approach is not just theoretical; it's been enriched by contemporary research and continuous professional development (CPD), setting them apart in the competitive landscape of educational consultancy.
One of the most commendable attributes of FFS is their explicit focus on the symbiotic relationship between leadership and student outcomes. They understand that by building the capacities of school leaders, there's a ripple effect that positively impacts the academic and personal growth trajectories of students. By offering tailor-made solutions anchored in robust research, FFS ensures that leaders are not only equipped with the necessary skills but also with strategies that are actionable and contextually relevant.
In a world where the educational landscape is ever-evolving, Foundations for Success serves as a guiding hand, ensuring that the leaders of our schools are empowered, thereby guaranteeing brighter futures for our young learners. This consultancy is not just about building foundations; it's about paving pathways for lasting success in education.
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