Susana Castro-Kemp: Moving beyond diagnoses and labels to promote positive changes in practice

Too often, school systems reach for labels as the first step in supporting a child—but what if this focus gets in the way of real inclusion?

In this thought-provoking session, Dr Susana Castro-Kemp, Director of the UCL Centre for Inclusive Education, explores how educators can move beyond diagnoses to understand and respond to children’s lived experiences. Drawing on her international research in child development, early intervention and inclusive policy, Susana will offer practical insights into how schools can nurture belonging, emotional wellbeing and inclusive practice—without relying on a diagnostic lens.