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News and Events
Find out about the latest SEND news and events.
Greenwich Local Offer Newsletter
Below is a link to the termly SEND Local Offer newsletters which include the latest news and information about activities, decisions and plans for SEND services, and much more.
SEND Local Offer newsletters | Greenwich Community Directory
Contact Early Years Workshops
Contact have some dates for online workshops for parents/carers of children aged 0 to 5 with SEND in ENGLAND. All of the workshops are interactive, so parents will be able to ask the very experienced and knowledgeable trainers all of their most challenging questions! Or they can just sit and observe.
Subjects that they cover include Toilet Training, Sleep, Speech and Language, Social Communication, Money Matters, Education, Anxiety, Behaviour.
To find out more click on Early Years Workshops for parents and carers, and to BOOK YOUR PLACE, CLICK HERE. This link will be updated regularly as they add more workshops throughout the year, so do check again later if you can’t find what you want.
Witherslack Group
Upcoming webinars:
Wednesday March 5th at 10am - Understanding Sensory Processing
In this webinar, Hannah Ross, Senior Occupational Therapist from our Group, will provide a clear and insightful understanding of the senses and sensory processing. We will explore how sensory differences can influence a child's behaviour, emotions, and ability to engage in daily activities. You’ll also gain practical strategies to help support your child's sensory needs at home and in school, with valuable tools to create a more supportive and responsive environment for your child.
For more details: https://www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/resources/understanding-sensory-processing/
Wednesday March 12th at 10am– Neurodiversity & Sleep
Helen Rutherford, Specialist Sleep Practitioner from The Sleep Charity, will share expert advice on creating a bedtime routine that works for your child. She’ll explore why children with additional needs benefit from a structured approach, how to tailor a routine to suit their needs, and what a successful bedtime routine really looks like.
For more details: https://www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/resources/sleep-and-neurodiversity-the-importance-of-routine/
Wednesday March 19th at 10am– Neurodiversity, Puberty & Hygiene
In this webinar, Anne-Marie Harrison, Education Director from Ideas Afresh, will explore positive approaches to encourage self-motivated hygiene habits, practical ways to explain and manage body changes, and supportive strategies to help your neurodiverse young person feel confident and empowered.
For more details: https://www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/resources/neurodiversity-puberty-and-hygiene/
For Professionals:
Wednesday March 26th 10am– Virtual SEN Conferences for Professionals: Navigating Neurodiversity in Education
In our conference, you'll discover practical strategies to support speech and language development, EBSA, explore techniques for managing sensory differences in the classroom, and gain insights into emotional regulation. Plus, for attendees that join us live on the day, you will gain 1 CPD point with an accredited certificate for attending our Emotionally Based School Avoidance session.
For more details: https://www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/resources/virtual-sen-conference-navigating-neurodiversity-in-education/
Witherslack Group Podcast
Nurturing Neurodivergent Pupils To Succeed
Laura Oliver, Senior Occupational Therapist & Lorraine Titchner, SEN Head Teacher
Listen now: https://shows.acast.com/631212e3a66f240012d94c79/662a72d3a1c8cf00127a378d