Cate is a passionate advocate for inclusion and equity in education. A former SEND advisory teacher for a local education authority and a Fellow of MMU, she has played a key role in delivering the National SENCo Award and now leads NPQSEND program coordination in her area for the National Institute of Teaching. As Director of External Partnerships at Woodbridge Trust, she fosters collaborations between schools and education systems to drive inclusive practices. Her work bridges the gap between special schools and mainstream education, ensuring all children receive effective support. Cate has contributed to Natalie Packer’s Teachers’ Guide to SEND and has recently written for The Times Education Supplement, Autism Eye, and SEND Magazine, exploring "Waiting Well"—supporting pupils awaiting a diagnosis. An INLPTA Master Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), she applies expertise in communication and learning strategies to enhance SEND education.