FE Is the Forgotten Middle Space
Exploring what the 2026 SEND White Paper could mean for FE colleges, neurodivergent students, inclus
as biodiversity is for life in general.
STEVE SILBERMAN

Exploring what the 2026 SEND White Paper could mean for FE colleges, neurodivergent students, inclus

Apprenticeships are a powerful pathway into work for neurodivergent young people. This article explores apprenticeship trends, neurodiversity, assessment, retention and practical ways employers can proactively support neurodivergent 16–24s.

When neurodiversity is misunderstood at work, small issues quietly become costly ones. This article explores why managers often feel stuck, how blame culture fuels inaction, and what simple, preventative support can look like in practice.

A London tribunal has ruled that Capgemini discriminated by refusing ADHD training recommended by occupational health. Employers, this isn’t a loophole. It’s a vital part of creating psychologically safe workplaces where neurodiverse talent thrives.
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