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1 Training Brochure For Parents, Carers & Families January to July 2017

2 Ifield School and Smile Centre, Cedar Avenue, Gravesend, Kent DA12 5JT Telephone Fax

3 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 and request a booking form. On booking, an 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. 3

4 UNDERSTANDING DYSLEXIA Monday 16 th January :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 This workshop is suitable for parents of pupils in mainstream schools with dyslexic type difficulties. Ruth Cubitt Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service 4

5 MAKATON Tuesday 17 th January :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. This workshop is suitable for parents of children with communication difficulties. Carol Parry, Speech & Language Therapist, Ifield School 5

6 EXPLORING STRATEGIES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPEECH & LANGUAGE DIFFICULTIES IN EARLY YEARS Tuesday 31 st January :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 This workshop is intended for parents to attend with a professional from the Early Years Setting that their child attends. Teresa Sweetland and Hannah Day, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service 6

7 EXPLORING THE USE OF ipads AND APPS Tuesday 7 th February :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 This workshop is suitable for parents of SEND children with an interest in ipads and technology. Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher 7

8 STARTING THE AUTISM JOURNEY Tuesday 21 st February :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 Claudia Goodman, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service 8

9 UNDERSTANDING & MANAGING ON-LINE SAFETY Wednesday 8 th March :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. This workshop is suitable for parents of children with SEND who have an interest in online technology. Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher 9

10 BASICS FOR BEHAVIOUR Monday 24 th April 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. This workshop is suitable for parents of children who experience difficulties with their behaviour. Jason Owen, Gravesham Specialist Teacher and Learning Service 10

11 OPPOSITIONAL DEFIANCE DISORDER (ODD) Monday 15 th May :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 This workshop is suitable for parents whose child has been diagnosed with Oppositional Defiance Disorder. Jason Owen, Gravesham Specialist Teacher and Learning Service 11

12 AUGMENTATIVE & ALTERNATIVE COMMUNICATION WHAT IS IT? Thursday 18 th May :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 This workshop is suitable for parents of children who experience difficulties with their communication. Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher 12

13 SURVIVING THE SUPERMARKET Monday 22 nd May :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. This workshop is suitable for parents of children with communication difficulties e.g. ASD. Helen Cottage, Gravesham Specialist Teaching & Learning Service 13

14 ASD & SENSORY INFORMATION Thursday 25 th May :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 This workshop is suitable for parents of children with ASD who experience sensory integration difficulties. Sheryl Bunyard, Ifield School Teacher 14

15 STARTING THE AUTISM JOURNEY Tuesday 20 th June :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 Claudia Goodman, Gravesham Specialist Teaching and Learning Service 15

16 EXPLORING SOCIAL COMMUNICATION DIFFICULTIES & MAKING VISUAL RESOURCES Tuesday 4 th July :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 This workshop is suitable for parents of children who experience difficulties with their communication. 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 16

17 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. 17

18 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 Smile@ifield.kent.sch.uk Telephone / Fax Ifield School and Smile Centre, Cedar Avenue, Gravesend, Kent DA12 5JT 18

19 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: 4 th October th November th January st March th May th 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