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Training Brochure
For Parents, Carers & Families
January to July 2017
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Ifield School and Smile Centre,
Cedar Avenue,
Gravesend, Kent DA12 5JT
Telephone 01474 536924
Fax 01474 329189
Email: [email protected]
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Workshops Page
Understanding Dyslexia 4
Makaton 5
Exploring Strategies for Young Children with Speech & Language
Difficulties in Early Years 6
Exploring the use of iPads and Apps 7
Starting the Autism Journey 8
Understanding & Managing On-Line Safety 9
Basics for Behaviour 10
Oppositional Defiance Disorder 11
Augmentative & Alternative Communication – What is it? 12
Surviving the Supermarket 13
ASD & Sensory Information 14
Starting the Autism Journey 15
Exploring Social Communication Difficulties & Making Resources 16
Cancellation Charges, The Smile Team & Booking Information 17
The Smile Team & Booking Information 18
To book a place, please telephone 01474 536924 and request a booking form.
On booking, an email and contact telephone number must be given.
Please note that you can only book one term in advance for any workshop. If
there is a charge, this should be paid 2 weeks before the date of the
workshop. Please refer to the Booking Cancellation, SMILE team and Booking
information at the back of the brochure for further details.
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UNDERSTANDING DYSLEXIA
Monday 16th January 2017 09:30-12:00
In this workshop parents and carers will be:
Given an opportunity to understand some of the difficulties that children and young people with dyslexic type difficulties can experience
Introduced to some of the approaches that can be used to help Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of pupils in mainstream schools with dyslexic type difficulties. Presented by: Ruth Cubitt Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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MAKATON
Tuesday 17th January 2017 09:30-11:45
Aim: This introductory workshop provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme. Over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a way to support speech. Workshop Content: This workshop includes hints and tips for effective signing in school and at home. Participants will learn a small core vocabulary of everyday signs that are relevant for children. Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children with communication difficulties. Presented by: Carol Parry, Speech & Language Therapist, Ifield School Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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EXPLORING STRATEGIES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPEECH & LANGUAGE DIFFICULTIES IN EARLY YEARS
Tuesday 31st January 2017 09:30-11:30
In this workshop parents, carers and professionals will be:
Provided with the opportunity to share experiences and difficulties that young children with speech & language difficulties experience at home and in Early Years settings
Introduced to a range of strategies to support the development of speech & language difficulties skills in young children
Encouraged to consider how to use rewards to motivate and engage young children
Signposted where to go for help and consider how to make best use of the services available
Given the opportunity to meet other parents and carers facing similar challenges and share ideas
Target Audience: This workshop is intended for parents to attend with a professional from the Early Years Setting that their child attends. Presented by: Teresa Sweetland and Hannah Day, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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EXPLORING THE USE OF iPADS AND APPS
Tuesday 7th February 2017 13:00 – 15:00
Children and young people with SEN can sometimes be particularly engaged and attracted to iPads and apps. In this session parents and carers will be:
Introduced to some useful settings and tools to support use
Given the opportunity to explore a range of free and purchased apps looking at how these can be used creatively
Able to meet other parents and carers to share ideas and experiences
Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of SEND children with an interest in iPads and technology. Presented by: Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher
Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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STARTING THE AUTISM JOURNEY
Tuesday 21st February 2017 9:30 – 12:30
Workshop Objectives: A supportive and informative introductory session for parents going through the process of a diagnosis for their child or for parents whose child has been recently diagnosed.
To gain greater understanding of Autism and the Autism Spectrum and what this might mean for you and your child.
To identify your child’s strengths and difficulties; becoming an expert on your child
To provide some useful strategies to support your child’s needs
To support you as a parent on the start of this journey Workshop Content:
What is Autism/ASD?
The Diagnostic Process
Language and Communication
Sensory Issues
Behaviour
Some Tips and Strategies to Manage and Support your Child
Pre –School/School; working together with staff
Benefits and Access to Services and Support
Family Life and Looking after your own Needs
Target Audience
For Parents/Family Members/Carers:
Currently awaiting for an initial appointment with Paediatrician
In the process of undergoing a diagnosis for your child
Who have a child that has recently been diagnosed with Autism/ASD Presented by: Claudia Goodman, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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UNDERSTANDING & MANAGING ON-LINE SAFETY
Wednesday 8th March 2017 13:00– 15:00
In this workshop parent/carers will be:
Introduced to on-line safety and the vulnerability of children with SEND.
Offer some practical ideas and suggestions for ways to manage on-line risks.
Sign post ID to tools to help keep children safe. Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children with SEND who have an interest in online technology. Presented by: Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher
Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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BASICS FOR BEHAVIOUR
Monday 24th April 2017
10.00 – 12.00
Workshop Objectives: This workshop will give parents of children at a mainstream primary school the opportunity to: Reflect on their own practice in relation to positive behaviour management at home Explore interventions that can be used within the home to promote positive behaviour.
Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children who experience difficulties with their behaviour.
Presented by:
Jason Owen, Gravesham Specialist Teacher and Learning Service
Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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OPPOSITIONAL DEFIANCE DISORDER (ODD)
Monday 15th May 2017
13:15 – 14:25
Workshop Objectives:
In this workshop parents and carers will be:
Introduced to Oppositional Defiance Disorder
Explore interventions and ideas for managing within the home
Target Audience:
This workshop is suitable for parents whose child has been diagnosed with Oppositional Defiance Disorder.
Presented by:
Jason Owen, Gravesham Specialist Teacher and Learning Service
Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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AUGMENTATIVE & ALTERNATIVE COMMUNICATION – WHAT IS IT?
Thursday 18th May 2017 13:00-15:00
In this workshop parents and carers will be:
Introduced to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Shown a range of ‘low’ and ‘lite’ tech AAC resources and ideas
Encouraged and inspired to look at ways of using AAC with their child/children
Able to meet other parents and carers and share ideas Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children who experience difficulties with their communication. Presented by: Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher
Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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SURVIVING THE SUPERMARKET
Monday 22nd May 2017 09:30-12:00
Children and young people with SEN can find certain events tricky
and distressing. Going shopping, preparing for school, going to bed,
going on holiday, having visitors in the house and going to other
people’s houses are often times of anxiety and stress for the whole
family.
This session provides an opportunity to share concerns and consider
practical strategies that may be helpful. Problem solving approaches
that enable us to have a positive focus, are often easier when we
work alongside others who have experienced similar situations.
Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children with communication difficulties e.g. ASD. Presented by: Helen Cottage, Gravesham Specialist Teaching & Learning Service Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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ASD & SENSORY INFORMATION
Thursday 25th May 2017 13:00- 15:00
In this workshop parents and carers will be:
Introduced to sensory integration difficulties and how these impact on some individuals with ASD
Presented with some successful ways to help support individuals experiencing sensory integration difficulties
Shown ideas for introducing simple sensory diets
Encouraged to meet other parents and carers and share experiences and ideas
Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children with ASD who experience sensory integration difficulties. Presented by: Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher
Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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STARTING THE AUTISM JOURNEY
Tuesday 20th June 2017 9:30 – 12:30
Workshop Objectives: A supportive and informative introductory session for parents going through the process of a diagnosis for their child or for parents whose child has been recently diagnosed.
To gain greater understanding of Autism and the Autism Spectrum and what this might mean for you and your child.
To identify your child’s strengths and difficulties; becoming an expert on your child
To provide some useful strategies to support your child’s needs
To support you as a parent on the start of this journey Workshop Content:
What is Autism/ASD?
The Diagnostic Process
Language and Communication
Sensory Issues
Behaviour
Some Tips and Strategies to Manage and Support your Child
Pre –School/School; working together with staff
Benefits and Access to Services and Support
Family Life and Looking after your own Needs
Target Audience
For Parents/Family Members/Carers:
Currently awaiting for an initial appointment with Paediatrician
In the process of undergoing a diagnosis for your child
Who have a child who has recently been diagnosed with Autism/ASD Presented by: Claudia Goodman, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service Handouts and refreshments are provided Bookings to be made in advance
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EXPLORING SOCIAL COMMUNICATION DIFFICULTIES & MAKING VISUAL RESOURCES
Tuesday 4th July 2017 09:30-14:45
In this workshop parents and carers will be:
Exploring what we mean by ‘communication’ and a chance to get to grips with some common speech and language terms
Exploring different special educational needs e.g. Autism/Down Syndrome and the benefit of using visuals
Introduced to a range of strategies and resources that can be used within the home environment
Given the opportunity to create some personalised visual resources to take away
Target Audience: This workshop is suitable for parents of children who experience difficulties with their communication. Presented by: Helen Cottage, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service Julie Hawkins, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service This workshop is £5.50 per person to attend with lunch, refreshments and resources included. Bookings & payment need to be received at least two weeks in
advance
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CANCELLATION CHARGES
Workshop Cancellation Charges
Most of our parent workshops are free to parents and carers. We do
respectfully request that cancellations are made with more than 48hrs notice
so that staff can be notified.
Where charges apply these are to cover costs to Ifield SMILE, such as providing
external presenters, lunch and/or resources.
There will be no charge for cancellations made with more than 48hrs notice.
Please note that non-attendance or cancellations made within less than
48hrs notice will be charged the full amount.
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THE SMILE TEAM & BOOKING INFORMATION
If you would like to make a booking, be added to our mailing list or
require further information then please do not hesitate to contact
the Smile Team:
Amanda Braisted, Assistant Head and Director of Inclusion, Ifield School
Julie Hawkins, Outreach Teacher, Ifield School
Michelle Parsons, Smile Centre Administrator, Ifield School
Sue Ashby, Smile Centre Administrator, Ifield School
Email: [email protected]
Telephone 01474 536924 / Fax 01474 329189
Ifield School and Smile Centre, Cedar Avenue, Gravesend, Kent DA12 5JT
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ASD PARENTS SUPPORT GROUP
Ifield SMILE hosts a support group for the parents, carers and families of any
child or young person with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Asperger's
Syndrome/Social Communication Difficulties. You do not have to be a parent
or carer of a child or young person attending Ifield School.
This will be an opportunity to share your experiences, challenges and successes
with others and to support and learn from other parents' expertise and
experience.
Support group sessions, 09:30 – 11:45am on the following dates:
4th October 2016 8th November 2016 24th January 2017 21st March 2017 16th May 2017 12th July 2017
Guest speakers will be invited according to the needs of the group.
Facilitated by Claudia Goodman
Gravesham Specialist Teaching & Learning Service
This support group is free to attend, if you wish to attend any meeting, you will
need to book in advance.
Refreshments will be provided
To book a place, please telephone Michelle Parsons or Susan Ashby on 01474
536924
