Simon Worthington Occupational Therapy Services

09/12/2025

Lovely to have finally met Gemma Easom Dyslexia Tutor & Assessor today at a school 😀
Gemma does wonderful work with schools and families in Kent and Medway - Please do get in touch with her if your looking for Dyslexia support or assessment.

18/11/2025

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg47rep0dqo.amp

Scoill Yn Jubilee is taking part in a pilot scheme which has seen the redesign of a classroom.

03/11/2025

Its OT week 😁

OT Week 2025 is here!

This week, we’re celebrating the power of occupational therapy to help people stay well for longer and avoid crises – especially when they get the right support, at the right time.

To build a proactive, prevention-focused system, occupational therapy must be central to future planning and investment. Together, we can show how access to OT at the right time changes lives.

Here’s how to get involved:
• share stories that show how your service supports early intervention (tag us and use and )
• start local conversations with colleagues and leaders about how OT reduces pressure on services
• use the campaign messaging in your reports or meetings to highlight the value of prevention.

Let’s make this the biggest yet and shine a light on the incredible work OTs do every day. 💚

24/09/2025

Curly’s Farm has built such a strong and well-deserved reputation. I’ve visited several times now, and I’m absolutely thrilled to hear their latest news.

The farm offers a truly nurturing and inclusive environment, where hands-on work and the therapeutic benefits of animal care and outdoor activity are front and centre. It’s especially impactful for children and young people who may not thrive in more traditional settings. Curly’s Farm continues to make a real difference.

I am looking forward to following with this next chapter !

02/09/2025

and I am ...... BACK OPEN !

For the little ones starting in year R I hope you had a good first day and for those who are back to school - I hope the day treated you well ! Be kind to yourselves .... it takes time to re-adjust (parents, children and teaching staff ! )

For the schools who have chosen to renew with me this school year thank you ! I am very honoured to also be welcoming and working with some new schools this year in Ashford and Folkstone - exciting times !

If you are looking for OT support for your child or at your school please do get in touch -

hello@simontheot.co.uk
www.simontheot.co.uk

18/07/2025

That's a wrap for school year 2024-2025 !

As always THANK YOU for all who have trusted me to provide OT support for your child or school setting.

To the many schools who have already booked me for next year, to everyone who spreads my name so that I can continue to support children, young adults and families across Kent and Medway - thank you.

Your trust in me really does mean so much.

aaaaaand thank you to my wonderful family for their ongoing patience and support !

I am taking a break from work now, but will be back up and running on 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

A very happy summer to you all !

21/06/2025

I wanted to share this slide with you all from one of the sessions I attended yesterday at the Autism and ADHD show in London.

These are cluster pattern results for a research study around emotional resilience, this focused on significant triggers in schools for pupils with ADHD and Autism. Data was collected via pupil interviews and questionnaires.

The intensity and frequency of these triggers form risk factors for depression later in life.

The study is reaching the end of four years of work and the aim is to follow this up with a cost effective digital programme which can be rolled out across schools. The key being the focus will be on supporting all pupils and education staff - not isolating neurodivergent pupils further, but instead helping inclusivity and understanding.

If you want to learn more about this incredible study, its findings and the intervention phase I have put the link in the comment section.

20/06/2025

Spending the day at the Autism & ADHD show in London. Very pleased to be able to make it this year for the event, especially attending with a close friend and SENco 😀

06/06/2025

🚀 Our EHCP Support Pack has landed, filled with advice and guidance to support you and your family as you navigate the process.

What are you waiting for? Be the first to download it: https://hubs.li/Q03pJ_gG0

04/05/2025

This looks like a great opportunity for families and some great speakers! And all for only £5 . Bargin !

“Together for SEND families in Kent” presents:
OUR COMMUNITY EVENT!

Hosted by Laura & Kate in partnership with The SEND Consultancy Group

Join us for an empowering and informative day filled with expert speakers, valuable resources, and supportive connections for SEND families and professionals!

What’s in store?
🎤 6 Incredible Guest Speakers:

📚 Lisa Lloyd – Author, Mum & Influencer: “Raising the SEN Betweeners”

👩‍🏫 Mandy Cook – The Autistic Teacher: “Supporting Autistic Children – Ideas for Home & School including PDA”

🧠 Sirja van Zyl – Clinical Psychologist: “Autistic Burnout”

🗣️ Emily B & Andrew Green – Speech & Language Therapists: “Social Communication, Masking + Live Q&A”

🎓 Shirley Moyse – Educational Psychologist: Live Q&A

When: 📅 Friday, 26th September 2025
Time: 🕘 Doors open 9:15 AM | 🕑 Event ends 2:15 PM
Where: 📍 Lordswood Leisure Centre, ME5 8YE
Tickets: 🎟️ Only £5 – Lunch & refreshments included!

👉 Grab your £5 ticket here:
https://buy.stripe.com/eVa9Bg0kw7f65Nu9AA

PLUS:
🧾 Meet local exhibitors including schools, charities, and SEN-focused businesses.

✨ BONUS: Every attendee gets FREE access to our post-conference EHCP workshop with Laura & Kate!

Come and connect with a community that truly understands.

We can’t wait to see you there!

🎟️ Get your £5 ticket here:
https://buy.stripe.com/eVa9Bg0kw7f65Nu9AA

🌍 www.togetherforsend.co.uk
📧 info@togetherforsend.co.uk

29/04/2025

School bookings for 2025-2026 are now open !!!!

24/04/2025

Back open for summer term !