Autism and SEND Training

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Workshop Content

Whilst the sessions are standalone, we would encourage delegates to attend all three to enhance their practice within school.

These workshops will be held at Lighthouse School, Hospital Lane, Cookridge, Leeds, LS16 6QB.

1. Exploring Autism | Tuesday 21st May, 3:45-5:00pm

This workshop will be facilitated by the Outreach Team at Lighthouse School; exploring neuro-affirming practices (focusing on the strengths and rights of each individual), the key areas of the difference for autism and how these can be supported in the classroom.

2. Enhancing Reading and Writing SEND | Tuesday 4th June, 3:45-5:00pm

This workshop will be facilitated by the English and Maths Coordinator at Lighthouse School; exploring why choice of text is so important, strategies to support SEND learners and how to manage reading and writing expectations across all curriculum areas.

3. Communication Support SEND | Tuesday 18th June, 3:45-5:00pm

Facilitated by the Speech and Language Therapy team at Lighthouse School this workshop will explore language acquisition and question levels in the classroom.

Benefits of attending

• Gain a deeper knowledge of autism through a neuro-affirming lens including adapting staff practice and reducing sensory overwhelm within the classroom
• Explore strategies to support reading and writing across the curriculum to enhance progress
• Gain insight, further understanding and practical strategies about how you can adapt your language to best support students in the classroom
• Networking & Sharing Good Practice: Connect with fellow educators, exchange ideas, and share best practice
• Ask burning questions and be signposted to up to date resources
• Previous delegates have come away for this training feeling 'inspired' and 'motivated' and have been keen to put the strategies learned into practice with their classrooms.

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Cost

£20 per individual session

£50 to attend all three sessions

We will invoice your school for the cost of the workshops.

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To sign up

To register for any of the workshops please click here