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Tell me what you CAN do! Small changes that strengthen inclusion in September

Tell me what you CAN do! Small changes that strengthen inclusion in September

Tell me what you CAN do! Small changes that strengthen inclusion in SeptemberDr Marion Long
Published on: 28/06/2026

When so much feels out of your hands, small changes still count. How school leaders can strengthen inclusion and belonging — starting with one simple step in September.

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Building inclusive schools: How rhythm-based learning strengthens reading fluency and belonging.

Building inclusive schools: How rhythm-based learning strengthens reading fluency and belonging.

Building inclusive schools: How rhythm-based learning strengthens reading fluency and belonging.Dr Marion Long
Published on: 03/11/2025

Discover how rhythm-based learning can strengthen reading fluency, regulation and belonging in inclusive schools, making the curriculum accessible to all.

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Musical teamwork for the development of empathy

Musical teamwork for the development of empathy

Musical teamwork for the development of empathyDr Marion Long
Published on: 03/06/2024

The advantages of teamwork and a sense of group membership offer long term benefits for our health and well-being. For example, it is easier to coordinate repetitive actions with others and to communicate regularly when we are in small groups.

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Marion Long PhD

Dr Marion Long is the founder of Rhythm for Reading and the creator of Rhythm for Reading Online CPD for teachers supporting lower-attaining readers. Her doctorate at UCL Institute of Education investigated the effects of a rhythm-based music intervention on children's reading behaviour. If you would like to discuss having Rhythm for Reading in your school, please visit the bookings page and select the most convenient date and time.

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“It’s only an hour that they have with you over the time that you come in over the six weeks and for it to be able to make, for a lot of them, up to a year’s difference in their reading ability is quite amazing really.” Year 3 teacher

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