In response to the February 2026 reformed SEND policy proposal as outlined in the government’s Schools White Paper: Every Child Achieving and Thriving, Boogie Mites are joining forces with Emma Pinnock, Strategic SEND and Inclusion Consultant and founder of Essential Education Group, to explore the idea of early SEND identification, what this might look like for Early Years children, and how music and rhythmic skills can play an important role in early indication.
Tasha will also look at the new BeatRead Insights tool, developed by Dr Anita Collins at Bigger Better Brains. Based on neuroscience evidence that shows a direct link between various rhythmic skills, and the ease with which children learn to read, the diagnostic tool identifies children who will benefits from an intensive Boogie Mites style music programme intervention in early years.
We will also cover two Boogie Mites original songs that you can use within your setting.
You will have access to a recording of the session for one week after the live date.
Course Details
Availability: Recording available from 20th May 2026 for 1 week’s access
Cost: £30 per setting (including VAT)
Digital Resources
Boogie Mites song resources will be available for you to access via our CustomerHub for 1 month:
- Wave Hello
- I Hear Thunder
Course Tutors
Tasha Bretten has been working as a Boogie Mites teacher and trainer since 2020 following 13 years as a Primary School Teacher working across all year groups, with a passion for supporting children’s literacy and musical development. Tasha is a trained opera singer but having said this she is first to say: “ You don’t have to be a trained singer to lead Boogie Mites. You can do it!”
Emma Pinnock is a Strategic SEND and Inclusion Consultant and founder of Essential Education Group. She has been a teacher for over 20 years, working in a range of environments. Emma’s passion to support SEND has derived from her professional and personal Journey. This has led to her belief in people’s abilities to overcome barriers and difficulties.
Emma’s last role in education was as the Head of a specialist provision, focused on the needs and education of children with autism. Emma has used these experiences to develop the Essential Education Group LTD which is a Audit, consultancy and training company, specialising in Special Educational needs, in particular Neurodiversity.
Certification
A CPD Certificate will be issued following completion of a short feedback form.
Notes
Boogie Mites webinars are designed for educators working in early years settings. The license to use Boogie Mites songs covered in our webinars and training programmes is not available for freelance practitioners working across multiple settings. If you are interested in hearing about Boogie Mites license for freelance practitioners to run Boogie Mites early years music business in your area, please get in touch.