SEN News
 Signs of autism may be detected at six months
Scientists believe that they may be able to predict the future development of autism by measuring brain activity at just six months. More
SEN National Advice Service launched
The Government has announced the launch of the Special Education Needs National Advice Service which offers advice and information to parents in England who have a child with SEN or disabilities. More
 No notice inspections for child protection services
Ofsted is to introduce unannounced inspections for child protection services from May 2012 alongside a raft of measures which the government watchdog claims will make the inspection process more effective and child-centred. More
Poor teachers face earlier dismissal
Schools will be able to dismiss under-performing teachers much more quickly than at present under new arrangements announced by the Department for Education. More
 Gross warns of cuts to speech and language services
The outgoing Communication Champion, Jean Gross, has cautioned that cuts to speech and language services and new commissioning procedures could cause greater hardship for children with communication needs. More
DfE attacked over assistive technology
The Department for Education has been criticised for its assertion that "the great majority of disabled children who need auxiliary aids and services" are already receiving them through statements of SEN. More
 Study seeks adolescents with Tourette's
Young people with Tourette's syndrome in the East Midlands are being asked to take part in a study to examine the support provided for adolescents with the condition. More
Deaf friendly football competition announced
The UK's biggest annual tournament for deaf and deaf friendly football clubs will take place on 4 March in Liverpool and on 18 March in Reading. More
Featured organisations
Empower Me: flexible new advocacy services from Mencap
Mencap's advocacy services are there when they're needed most. Flexible and responsive, they support people with a learning disability to speak out.
Available as a one-off purchase and at short notice, Empower Me gives individuals and groups the chance to make choices, express their opinions, and be heard. More
I CAN
I CAN, the children's communication charity, is one of the UK's leading suppliers of educational resources that helps parents and practitioners support children's communication development.
Our resources offer solutions for practitioners and parents to explore communication needs together. From birth to getting school-ready, there's something for every age and stage of development. More
Regents Park
RPL provides a high quality service to children and adults with learning disabilities. We specialise in supporting people with severe and complex needs including challenging behaviour. We currently have vacancies in our children's home for residential, short-term breaks and enabling services. Contact: 01392 209109 or visit our website. More
Portfield School
The Wessex Autistic Society's Portfield School in Dorset provides specialised education and care for day and residential students aged 3 - 19 on the autism spectrum. Dedicated to offering an individualised approach, Portfield School aims to prepare young people to enter adulthood equipped to maximise their independence and quality of life. More
Project X CODE: A Breakthrough for Special Needs and Struggling Readers
Project X CODE is the only reading intervention for Year 2 onwards that embeds systematic synthetic phonics within a highly motivational adventure series to accelerate progress. This gripping series will keep children reading as they build their phonic knowledge and develop key reading and comprehension skills. More
Multitone Electronics Plc
Multitone Electronics Plc, specialists in wireless communications, have developed communication systems enabling staff working within SEN schools to provide care at a distance so children gain independence and feel more relaxed. EkoTek detects where users are around the facility and automatic alerts are raised if children approach areas of risk. More
Unistage
Unistage manufacture an exceptional selection of modular staging and accessories. Our comprehensive portfolio includes flat, multi-level or tiered staging sets and scenery to suit every performance and venue.
Unistage is extremely quiet and stores compactly on a transportable shuttle.
Unistage also offer a complete sound and lighting service. More
Tough Furniture
With many years' experience supplying the residential accommodation of numerous special schools, Tough Furniture have now developed a new concept of school furniture. It's designed in liaison with teachers and staff to help solve practical problems in the SEN classroom, and so make a positive contribution to an optimum learning environment. More
Prior's Court
Prior's Court offer specialist autism services, supporting and developing young people with autism and complex learning difficulties. The School (5-19 years) and Young Adult Provision (16-25 years) offer personalised learning focussing on developing independence, life-skills, behaviour management, communication, choice-making, vocational skills and inclusion in the community. More
Educational Publishers
Free Rapid Phonics taster pack
Get snappy with your phonics catch up with Rapid Phonics for struggling readers in Year 1 and upwards. With brilliant readers and pacy, memorable lessons you can be absolutely sure no reader is left behind.
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CPD, training and events
Online course
Strategies for Successful Special Needs Support
Strategies for Successful Special Needs Support is an introductory online course accredited by The College of Teachers at Certificate of Educational Studies level. The course is for teachers and others working with children with special needs and includes full tutor support. The cost per candidate is only £200. More
Online course
Leadership for Teachers and Trainers
This course will help develop your strategic leadership skills and is aimed at teachers and leadership teams in schools including senior and middle managers within a school or training organisation. The cost per candidate is just £300. More
Advisory Centre for Education – Training
ACE offers accredited training and consultancy covering the latest developments in education law and guidance; SEN, disability, equality, children missing education and much more. Over 50 years of daily contact with parents, carers and educationalists means that our training is evidence based and comprehensive. More
11 - 13/2/12
Cultivating Mindfulness and Empathy
London
Three-day breaks for teachers, to enhance wellbeing and inspire good practice. More
22 - 24/2/12
Structured Teaching Course
Newbury, Berkshire
An intensive course for all working with individuals with autism which provides both the theory and the practical applications of structured teaching. Delivered by TEACCH-qualified trainers with extensive practitioner experience.
September 2012 dates also available.
£295 professionals
£145 parents/concessions
Prior's Court Training & Development Centre
01635 247202
training@priorscourt.org.uk
www.priorscourt.org.uk
23/2/12
Working with Under-3s - Positive Approaches to Supporting Communication Development
London
This course is designed to support early years practitioners working with children aged between 0-3 years in an early years setting or in their own home. It covers approaches and strategies to promote development of good communication skills in all children. The cost per candidate is just £250. More
24/2/12
Developing Communication through Music - Working with Individuals and Groups
London
This course explores ways of using simple musical activities and songs to facilitate language, communication and interaction. The ideas and strategies are based on an approach known as "Musical Interaction", developed at Sutherland House School in Nottingham, for children with autism. The cost per candidate is just £180. More
25/2/12
The University of Derby SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) Conference
Derby
This conference, organised by leading researchers and experts in the field of SEND, aims to address the current special educational needs and disability (SEND) challenges faced by educational practitioners, policy makers researchers and teachers who are working in the field of education who may find themselves on the front line working with children and young people with SEND. More
6/3/12
Working in Schools with Children who have Autistic Spectrum Disorders
London
This course provides insights into the needs of children with autistic spectrum disorders and discusses how to meet their needs in a variety of educational settings. The cost per candidate is just £180. More
6/3/12
SEN Law and Practice Conference 2012
London
Learn about the latest trends and receive guidance on the most topical issues and recent cases in SEN law and practice. Topics include the SEN Green Paper, First-tier Tribunal, annual reviews and disability discrimination.
Jordans
0117 918 1490
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9/5/12
Henshaws College Open Day
Harrogate
Henshaws College provides specialist further education to residential and day students with a range of disabilities, aged between 16 and 25. We specialise in visual impairment.
Our open days are a chance for potential students, their parents/carers and professionals working with them to visit us and find out more about who we are and what we do. Please contact us to book your place as spaces are limited. If you are unable to make any of the dates, please contact us and we will make alternative arrangements with you.
N.B. Open Days must be pre-booked
01423 886451
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15 - 17/3/12
The Education Show
Birmingham NEC
At a time of many changes in SEN, information and guidance is crucial. The Education Show 2012 (15-17 March, NEC Birmingham) will host Learn Live SEN, a free programme of engaging CPD seminars, giving practitioners an insight into the latest SEN teaching techniques. There will also be free SENCO training from nasen and The Schools Network, funded by the DfE. Register for free entry:
http://www.education-show.com/register
Enter priority code esenm
16/3/12
Parents in Partnership for Supporting Communication Development in Under-3s
London
This course is designed for family support practitioners with the aim of enhancing parental support of early communication development. It includes some information for practitioners carrying out the Healthy Child review at 2-2½ years. The cost per candidate is just £250. More
23/3/12
Capita's 2nd National Special Educational Needs Conference
Central London
Addressing government response to the SEN and Disability Green Paper, the impact of the new Ofsted framework on SEN provision and AFA 3As programme in facilitating outstanding achievement for SEN pupils, Capita's CPD accredited SEN conference offers an early opportunity to hear about pathfinder projects, latest policy developments and their implications for provision going forward. More
2/4/12
The 1st International Conference on Maths Learning Difficulties and Dyscalculia
Kensington, London
Speakers are Prof. Brian Butterworth (UK), Prof. Egbert Harskamp (The Netherlands), Prof. Ngan Hoe Lee (Singapore) and Dr Steve Chinn (UK). Includes the launch of Steve Chinn's new book/tests for dyscalculia/MLD. More
2 - 4/4/12
Cultivating Mindfulness and Empathy
London
Three-day breaks for teachers, to enhance wellbeing and inspire good practice.
www.mindwithheart.org.uk
17/4/12
Practical Tools to Tackle Behaviour in the Classroom
Glasgow
This course is bursting with tried and tested strategies to get pupils focused and engaged in positive behaviour. This widely acclaimed approach is a must for any teacher who has ever been confronted with low-level and challenging behaviour and wants to get the best out of their pupils.
Concept Training Ltd
01524 832828
www.concept-training.co.uk
20 & 21/4/12
TES Education North incorporating Special Needs North
Manchester
Discover, absorb and inspire at TES Education North 2012 (incorporating Special Needs North), returning to Manchester Central with more exciting, free practical workshops, feature areas and an engaging CPD programme. It's the ultimate show for anyone involved in education. To register for your free entry badge, visit: www.tes.co.uk/resourcesnorth
23 - 27/4/12
TEACCH Five-day Course
Newbury, Berkshire
Inspirational and intensive course combining active learning sessions with direct, supervised experience working with students with autism in a structured setting. Led by TEACCH trainers from Division TEACCH and Prior's Court.
December 2012 dates also available.
£995 professionals/parents
Prior's Court Training & Development Centre
01635 247202
training@priorscourt.org.uk
www.priorscourt.org.uk
9/5/12
Henshaws College Open Day
Harrogate
Henshaws College provides specialist further education to residential and day students with a range of disabilities, aged between 16 and 25. We specialise in visual impairment.
Our open days are a chance for potential students, their parents/carers and professionals working with them to visit us and find out more about who we are and what we do. Please contact us to book your place as spaces are limited. If you are unable to make any of the dates, please contact us and we will make alternative arrangements with you.
N.B. Open Days must be pre-booked
01423 886451
More
15/5/12
Play for People with ASD
This workshop is for anyone who wants to help a person with ASD increase their play skills and develop playfulness.
Concept Training Ltd
01524 832828
www.concept-training.co.uk
16/5/12
Effective Partnership with Families
Birmingham
Aimed at SMT, teachers, teaching assistants, governors, and pastoral support staff. It has been well documented that there are lots of benefits for the child if schools and organisations can work in partnerships with parents. This course is designed to provide strategies to help bridge the gap in a fun, active way.
Concept Training Ltd
01524 832828
www.concept-training.co.uk
17/5/12
Practical Tools to Tackle Behaviour in the Classroom
Birmingham
This course is bursting with tried and tested strategies to get pupils focused and engaged in positive behaviour. This widely acclaimed approach is a must for any teacher who has ever been confronted with low-level and challenging behaviour and wants to get the best out of their pupils.
Concept Training Ltd
01524 832828
www.concept-training.co.uk
18 & 23/5/12
Positive Ways of Changing Behaviour
18 May: Belfast
23 May: Glasgow
Gain an understanding of behaviour and its function and learn to recognise early warning signs of negative behaviour and make positive early interventions.
Concept Training Ltd
01524 832828
www.concept-training.co.uk
June 2012
Bal-A-Vis-X Workshops
Scotland
3 days of intensive training.
Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of more than 300 exercises of varied complexity which are all deeply rooted in rhythm.
Workshops are now available UK wide.
07512311317
www.ravivworks.co.uk/
6/6/12
Supporting Children with Additional Languages with SLCN in the Early Years
London
This course provides both theoretical and practical insights into working with children with speech, language and communication needs who have more than one language. This is an interactive opportunity to explore bi/multilingualism in an educational context, through information sharing, workshops and discussions. The cost per candidate is just £180. More
15/6/12
Communication: The Key to Success
Edge Hill University, Ormskirk
Conference addressing autism and Asperger's syndrome.
Keynote Speaker: Professor Temple Grandin, inarguably the most accomplished and well known adult with autism.
£180.00 professionals
£75.00 parents, carers or people with ASD/Asperger's syndrome
www.edgehill.ac.uk/keytosuccess
15/6/12
The Autistic Spectrum - when things are not straightforward!
Liverpool
Working with children with a complex profile.
There are now many children who have characteristics of more than one syndrome and provide challenges as to how they can best be supported. This course will look at the concept of “co-morbidity” and explore practical ways of managing behaviour and supporting learning.
Concept Training Ltd
01524 832828
www.concept-training.co.uk
November 2012
Bal-A-Vis-X Workshops
London
3 days of intensive training.
Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of more than 300 exercises of varied complexity which are all deeply rooted in rhythm.
Workshops are now available UK wide.
07766 837 616
www.integratedbrain.co.uk/
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