Meet a Changemaker: Josie Brown, Senior SEND Family Support Officer at Kay Rowe Nursery School and Children’s Centre

Josie has worked in Newham for 30 years, spending her time supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). When she moved to Kay Rowe Children’s Centre, she found there was no SEND Stay and Play there – so she set one up. Josie is well known throughout Newham for her work with SEND families, and professionals frequently refer families to her sessions, in which she will often use signing to tell stories. She also organises day activities to parks, farms and other local areas of interest. This strengthens ties to the community, and builds a social support network, helping reduce isolation and loneliness.