
Our People
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Sean Kiely
Managing Co-Director
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Kendra Horne
Managing Co-Director | Inclusion Mentor
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Interested in learning more about Sean's experience? Sean brings extensive experience as a; - Primary and Intermediate Teacher (ages 5–13) - Specialist Teacher (ages 5-21) - Learning Assistant - Team leader - Junior Syndicate Leader - Sports Coordinator He has led inclusive events and brings specialist teaching expertise, with a strong focus on adapting and diversifying the refreshed curriculum to meet the needs of all learners.
Interested in learning more about Kendra's experience? With a background spanning early years to secondary, Kendra brings experience as a; - New Entrant teacher - Specialist Teacher (ages 5–21) - PB4L lead - Team Leader - Syndicate Leader - Inclusive Practice Coordinator, - Conducting PLD. - Assistant Principal
Our Story
Kendra and Sean founded IncludED with a shared vision: to equip schools, early childhood centres, and organisations with practical, personalised support to embed inclusive practice—especially for neurodiverse individuals.
Their mission is to build capability from the inside out, offering tailored professional development, hands-on mentoring, and real-time strategies that create meaningful change in both education and workplace settings.Together, they bring extensive experience in specialist teaching, middle leadership, and senior leadership across diverse learning environments.
With a deep understanding of the New Zealand curriculum, inclusive frameworks, and neurodiversity-affirming practices, Kendra and Sean are passionate about walking alongside teams to co-create sustainable, inclusive cultures—one step at a time.
Areas of Knowledge
Visual Supports
Behaviour as Communication
"Restorative Practice"
Transition to School/Highschool
ILP/IEP implementation
Classroom Environemnt
NZC Adaptions
Inclusive Classroom
ProgrammesUDL
Sensory Programmes, profiles and Support
Communication
Service Applications
Transition times
Te Whariki/Kōwhiti Whakapae
Dynamic/Narrative Assessement
Staff Training on Neuroinclusion
Building a Culture of Belonging
Leadership Coaching for Inclusive Management
Inclusive Meeting Practices & Workflows
Workplace Adjustments & Flexibility