SEN Newsletter March 2022

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  • Dyslexia
  • Short break and holidays
  • Sensory
  • Music and performing arts
  • Down's syndrome
  • Accessible vehicles and transport
  • Autism
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Featured Organisations

Featured organisation


Timotay Playscapes Creating inspirational sensory playgrounds, outdoor spaces and playground equipment, providing nurturing, rehabilitating and inclusive environments. Using natural materials and creative thinking they offer unrivalled outdoor space solutions tailored to your needs. All products are manufactured in-house for quality and longevity. Sensory outdoor play solutions are also available to buy. Looking for funding, request your FREE funding guide.

dbdplay dbdplay specialises in the design and installation of exceptional landscapes and playgrounds. They are very passionate about creating outdoor environments that provide opportunities for communication and discovery, as well as activity and play. Using innovative natural products, we will work with you to ensure your space is stimulating, safe and inclusive.

Bruern Abbey Bruern Abbey is a leading independent day and boarding school exclusively for boys with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia. The Prep School (8-13yrs) in Oxfordshire guides boys through the common entrance exams whilst the Senior School (13-16yrs) in Buckinghamshire, will aid boys through their GCSE exams.

CPD, Training and Events




Due to Covid-19 please check before visiting any event

ONGOING CPD and Training opportunities

Autism inclusion award
Online modules
An award aimed at mainstream providers in education, general health, community activities and the criminal justice system

Online Education from New Skills Academy
Online training
New Skills Academy pride themselves on providing the best online education courses to further your career. Their experienced tutors have meticulously created some incredibly well received diplomas. Their diverse portfolio includes courses in the following areas; Autism Awareness Diploma, ADHD Diploma and Asperger Syndrome Awareness Diploma. Use code SEN76 for up to an 76% discount on all courses this month.

Essential bundle deal – five for the price of four!
Online modules
Developed by autistic people and professionals, our online modules are designed to enhance your autism knowledge while fitting into your busy schedule.

Accredited Counselling, Wellbeing, Arts Psychotherapy Training * Diploma in Counselling Skills with Children (using the Arts) * Diploma in Counselling Teenagers * Diploma in Trauma-informed Schools * Diploma in Wellbeing practice for Children and Young People
Part-time Training
The Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education
T: 020 7704 2534
E: info@artspsychotherapy.org

LIVE EVENTS: CPD, Training and Exhibitions

10 March 2022
Live Stream Event
Child to Parent Violence: Understanding and intervention
Thursday event
The Centre for Child Mental Health
17:00 - 18:30 | Cost £20
T: 020 7354 2913
E: info@childmentalhealthcentre.org

23 - 25 March 2022
Excel London
Bett 2022
Join Bett for SEND Friday featuring numerous sessions for leaders, educators and SENCos to ensure the provision of equal access to high quality education. Register now.

24 March 2022
Live Stream Event
The use of sensory integration to regulate vulnerable children and teenagers
Thursday event
The Centre for Child Mental Health
17:00 - 18:30 | Cost £20
T: 020 7354 2913
E: info@childmentalhealthcentre.org

21 April 2022
Live Stream Event
Sandplay Therapy: Key Tools, Techniques and Interventions
With Dr Margot Sunderland
Thursday event
The Centre for Child Mental Health
17:00 - 18:30 | Cost £20
T: 020 7354 2913
E: info@childmentalhealthcentre.org

23 April 2022
In-Person Event (London)
Connecting with Angry, Violent and Highly Defended Children and Teenagers. How to help young people access their vulnerable feelings underneath.
Presented by Dr Dan Hughes
Saturday event
The Centre for Child Mental Health
10:00 - 16:00 | Cost £70
T: 020 7354 2913
E: info@childmentalhealthcentre.org

5 May 2022
Live Stream Event
Tackling Bullying and Understanding Why Children Bully
Thursday event
The Centre for Child Mental Health
17:00 - 18.30 | Cost £20
T: 020 7354 2913
E: info@childmentalhealthcentre.org

5 and 6 May 2022
Online training
Autism and SPELL in higher education
An introduction to autism and the SPELL framework for higher education professionals.

7 May 2022
Enabling Children to Speak About Feelings through Art and Clay
Saturday event
The Centre for Child Mental Health
10:00 - 17:00 | Cost £99
T: 020 7354 2913
E: info@childmentalhealthcentre.org

10 May 2022
Cardiff City Hall
The Mental Health & Wellbeing Show
An inspiring professional all-day live show. The event aims to promote positive mental health through open conversation, promoting awareness and sharing real-life experiences. Frank Bruno MBE is a keynote speaker with another 40 seminars and 50 exhibitors to see!

17, 18 and 19 May 2022
Online training
EarlyBird Plus licensed user training
This licensed user training is for professionals who support parents and carers of autistic children aged four to nine.

7 and 8 June 2022
Online training
Understanding and supporting autistic people
An introductory course based on the SPELL framework that builds your knowledge of autism and how to support autistic children and adults.

7 and 8 June 2022
Online training
Sexuality, relationships and autism training
Explore issues related to autistic people and sexuality including boundaries, friendships and relationships.

7, 8 and 9 June 2022
Online training
EarlyBird licensed user training
This licensed user training is for professionals who support parents and carers of autistic children aged under five years.

10 and 11 June 2022
Manchester Central
The Autism Show in association with the National Autistic Society
The Autism Show, the national event for autism, attracts over 10,000 parents, carers, and professionals looking for trusted information, practical advice, and specialist products and services. Choose from over 100 hours of CPD certified talks, clinics and workshops. Book your tickets now and save 20%.

13 and 14 June 2022
Online training
Understanding stress and anxiety in autism
This course explores how you can help autistic children and adults to reduce stress and anxiety, how to understand their behaviour, and how to support them during difficult times.

17 and 18 June 2022
ExCel London
The Autism Show in association with the National Autistic Society
The Autism Show, the national event for autism, attracts over 10,000 parents, carers, and professionals looking for trusted information, practical advice, and specialist products and services. Choose from over 100 hours of CPD certified talks, clinics and workshops. Book your tickets now and save 20%.

24 and 25 June 2022
NEC Birmingham
The Autism Show in association with the National Autistic Society
The Autism Show, the national event for autism, attracts over 10,000 parents, carers, and professionals looking for trusted information, practical advice, and specialist products and services. Choose from over 100 hours of CPD certified talks, clinics and workshops. Book your tickets now and save 20%.

5, 6 and 7 July 2022
Online training
EarlyBird licensed user training
This licensed user training is for professionals to support parents and carers of autistic children under five years old through our EarlyBird programme.

13, 14 and 15 July 2022
Online training
Teen Life licensed user training
Become a Teen Life licensed user and help support parents and carers of young autistic people aged 10 to 16.