HelpKidzLearn Recognised as an Outstanding SEND Platform
Our HelpKidzLearn platform has been named Highly Commended at the 2026 Bett Awards in the SEND and Inclusion category.
Why It Matters
This recognition celebrates how HelpKidzLearn empowers learners with complex needs through accessible, engaging and meaningful software.
The Bett Awards judges praised HelpKidzLearn as:
"An exemplary SEND platform purpose-built for learners with complex needs, demonstrating outstanding accessibility, usability, and inclusivity... It offers a broad range of well-constructed, engaging resources - from sensory and cause and effect activities to more advanced tools such as eye-gaze assessment… an impressive, thoughtfully designed resource with clear and measurable educational impact."
What Is HelpKidzLearn?
HelpKidzLearn is a complete online learning platform built specifically for learners with severe, profound and complex needs. Grounded in inclusive pedagogy, it supports a clear developmental progression - from early cause and effect exploration through to structured choice-making and curriculum content.
Used in thousands of schools, homes, and therapy settings, the platform adapts to a wide range of access methods including touch, switch, eye gaze, and mouse, making it accessible for every learner. With built-in personalisation tools, custom access settings, and student analytics, HelpKidzLearn helps educators deliver tailored, meaningful learning experiences that grow with each individual.
Product Highlights
Sensory Space
Explore calming, immersive on-screen activities that help students learn to wait, press, and control digital environments. Perfect for regulation, cause and effect learning and preparing students for more structured tasks.
Games & Activities
Build access and learning skills with over 300 engaging activities designed around key developmental milestones. Activities progress from simple press-to-play games to more advanced attention and choice-making challenges.
Inclusive Stories
Interactive sensory stories that support comprehension, expression and engagement. These stories weave in SMSC, PSHE, and cross-curricular themes while promoting participation through music, movement, and on-screen interactions.
ChooseIt Maker
Create custom learning activities tailored to your student’s interests and needs. Ideal for communication, comprehension and curriculum links. Activities can include voice, photos, symbols and video.
ChooseIt Readymades
660+ ready-made curriculum activities in Literacy, Numeracy and Science with structured feedback and accessible layouts. Perfect for reinforcing key concepts and supporting consistent learning.
Insight
Use eye tracking to understand what learners notice, attend to and respond to. A unique way to assess engagement, visual skills and readiness to learn, especially for non-verbal students.
Built Around Learners
HelpKidzLearn is not just accessible; it’s personal. With Student Profiles and Playlists, educators can:
- Save access settings for each learner (e.g. switch input, dwell time, visual contrast)
- Build playlists across products for personalised learning journeys
- Track progress with Student Analytics to inform planning and support
Why This Recognition Matters
Being named Highly Commended at the Bett Awards shows the impact that thoughtfully designed technology can have in special education. For many learners, this software is not just a tool, it’s a doorway to interaction, expression and achievement.
We want to thank the schools, families, and therapists who use HelpKidzLearn and share feedback with us. From new feature ideas to stories of success, your input shapes everything we do.
A Word from Our Creative Director
“We’re incredibly proud to be recognised by the Bett Awards. HelpKidzLearn has always been about removing barriers — making sure every child, regardless of their ability, has access to engaging, meaningful learning. This commendation is a reflection of the years of collaboration with schools, families and therapists who have helped shape what HelpKidzLearn is today.”
— Chris Thornton, Creative Director at Inclusive Technology
About the Bett Awards
The Bett Awards celebrate innovation and excellence in education technology. Run in association with BESA, they recognise products that make a genuine difference in classrooms and learning environments across the UK and beyond.