
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 the community 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 the community.
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 diversity 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