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    Strategic Support for Balanced, Confident and Happy Young People

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What do we provide:

Bespoke Support for Every Stage of Your Child's Journey

Every child and family is unique. Our carefully designed advisory services provide expert guidance, strategic oversight, and personalised support, helping families navigate challenges with confidence and ensuring children receive the understanding and support they deserve.

We provide specialist educational, behavioural, and wellbeing consultancy for families seeking clarity, guidance, and meaningful progress. Whether you require a one-off consultation or ongoing strategic support, our services are tailored to help children and young people thrive both academically and emotionally.

Consultation Packages

Ideal for parents seeking professional guidance and recommendations.

A comprehensive assessment and intervention package for families requiring detailed guidance and structured support.

A high-level support package for families requiring ongoing guidance and professional advocacy

Long-term strategic oversight for families seeking sustained guidance and support.

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After many years in senior educational leadership, I recognised the challenges families face navigating complex school systems, SEND provision, and academic and pastoral needs.

Sladen Academic & Pastoral Advisory was created to provide families with:

  • Clear Guidance

  • Tailored Strategies

  • Ongoing Support

  • Peace of Mind

It is my privilege to work with families to ensure every child has the support, opportunities, and guidance they deserve.

Melissa Sladen

Founder & Specialist Behaviour Consultant

Meet the Founder

Schedule a free discovery call

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If you’re curious about how we can help you, get in touch to schedule your free 15 minute discovery call today with our founder, Melissa Sladen.

It’s a free - no obligation - informal chat for you to get to know us, ask any questions you may have and explore how we may be able to help. We pride ourselves on honesty and integrity, meaning we will always endeavour to provide you with the best service.

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Additional Services & Resources

Alongside our core advisory packages, we offer a range of additional services designed to provide flexible support for families as and when it is needed.

Services include:

  • Support with completing school, SEND, EHCP, and Local Authority documentation

  • Guidance for preparing written submissions, appeals, and review meetings

  • Counselling sessions with our resident accredited counsellor

Get in touch to see if we can help you.

The Parent Toolkit

We also offer a growing library of practical support guides available to purchase individually. These resources provide parents with accessible, evidence-informed strategies and advice on a range of topics.

Contact Us

Interested in working together or have questions? Fill out the form with some basic details and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!