ADHD Parenting Support and SEND Guidance in the UK for Real Families

What if your child looks perfectly fine at school, yet home feels like a daily emotional avalanche? What if teachers say “no concerns” while you’re dealing with overwhelm, shutdowns and after‑school collapse? This is where ADHD parenting support in the UK actually begins: with the version of your child that only you see.

I help parents understand the gap between school and home, especially when masking, perfectionism or quiet distress are part of the picture. If you’re nodding already, you’re in the right place.

Helping you understand your child’s behaviour, navigate school meetings, EHCPs and SEND processes, and make informed decisions.

Former SENCo and qualified teacher, BEd (Hons) • Dyslexia specialist • ADHD, autism and SEND experience • Late-diagnosed ADHDer

You know something is not adding up. Let’s work out what to do next.

Whether school says your child is fine, home is falling apart, or you are waiting for an ADHD or SEND assessment, you do not have to keep guessing.

Book a free 30-minute clarity call to talk through what is happening, what support may be needed and your most useful next step.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just a clear, supportive conversation.

Does any of this sound familiar?

Every family's journey is different. You don't need to read everything; just start with the challenge that feels most like yours right now.

School says they’re absolutely fine.

School sees a child who appears settled and compliant. Home sees exhaustion, anger, tears or collapse. Both versions can be true.

Explore School & SEND Support
Dyslexia & Literacy

My child is clever but reading and spelling are a nightly battle. The school says “just needs more practice” and it isn’t working. I don’t know how to get a dyslexia assessment in the UK, or if I even need one.
Homework has become a nightly battle.

When homework isn’t the real problem anymore. It’s the tears before you even begin. When you are exhausted it is hard to find more head space to complete more school work!
Autism, sensory needs or something more?

Your child may be social, verbal or academically able and still be overwhelmed by sensory, social or emotional demands.
Not sure yet, or it’s more than one of these.

I don’t know where to start, or what to even ask for. The waiting list for assessment is over a year and I need help now, not eventually.
Is this ADHD?”

Start here: ADHD support

Why parents work with me

You don't need another person telling you what your child should be doing. You need someone who will help you understand why things are difficult and what you can actually do about it.

Whether you're worried about ADHD or wider SEND, facing another school meeting, waiting for an assessment, considering an EHCP, or simply thinking, “Something isn't adding up,” I can help you make sense of what is happening.

Together, we look at the whole picture: what you see at home, what school is seeing, where your child is struggling and what may be getting missed.

Then we turn that understanding into clear, practical next steps for home, school and everyday life.

No jargon. No judgement. No one-size-fits-all advice.

Just experienced, practical support centred around your child and your family.

Janine Nesbitt SEND & ADHD advocate, supporter, advice guide

Not sure where to start? Book a free 30-minute introductory call. We can talk through what is happening and decide whether any of my support options are appropriate.

ADHD Knowledge Hub

Start with ADHD Explained, then explore Emotional Regulation and Meltdowns — including why your child may hold it together at school, explode at home, struggle with big feelings, mask their needs, or seem overwhelmed by everyday demands.

ADHD Explained

“ADHD - where do I start?”

Understand what ADHD can look like in everyday family life—including attention, impulsivity, executive function and emotions.

Emotional Regulation

“School says they’re coping, but home is chaos.”

Understand why emotions can arrive quickly, feel intense and take time to settle.

After School Meltdowns

“My child is fine all day then falls apart in the car.”

Understand why a child may cope at school and unravel as soon as they reach home.

What parents say

  • "Thank you so much for all the support you have given our son, and to us as a family, during his time with you. Your guidance, understanding and advice have been truly invaluable, and the difference you have made will stay with us for a very long time. "

    — Parents 9 year old boy, Cheshire

  • "Janine helped us understand what was really going on underneath the behaviour rather than just reacting to the explosions. She gave us practical strategies that actually worked in real life, not just in theory."

    - Parents, girl age 14, Cheshire

  • "What matters most is that this support has not just helped in the moment. It has laid the foundations for the future. We know Janine’s work will continue to help him as he grows, and we are incredibly grateful for the difference she has made."

    — Parents. boy aged 10, Bramhall.

  • "Janine’s support has made a profound difference not just to our daughter’s education but to her wellbeing and future."

    — Parents, 11 year old girl, Greater Manchester

If you are still not sure where to start?

You do not need to choose the perfect service or arrive with all the answers. Start by telling me what is happening at home, at school or both.

Tell me what is happening at home, at school or both, and I will help you work out the most useful next step.

I will get back to you within 1-2 working days.