AGM & Parent's Conference, Saturday 23 June 2025
A one day training and information day for parents, teachers and anyone with an interest in special educational needs. To be held at the International Students House, Gt Portland Street, London,
Talks include:
�Gadgets and Gizmos: 101 different ideas and strategies to use in the classroom and at home� Barbara Hunter, Director of Inclusion and outreach at Wilson Stuart school in Birmingham gives a lively and stimulating presentation. Barbara will demonstrate a range of resources - some that you might not have seen before, others that will make you look at everyday objects in a different light and finally the 'Blue Peter' approach. This will be a thoroughly enjoyable session for parents, teachers, learning and support staff that will leave you full of great ideas and enthusiasm.
�Practical ways for parents to work in partnership with schools�
Sally Payne, Head Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Solihull Care Trust talks about difficulties at school highlighted as the main area of concern by parents of children referred for the advice of an occupational therapist. During this session Sally will describe how parents can work successfully with their child�s school to make life as easy and as satisfying as possible for their child. The session will recommend useful school equipment and offer strategies for getting ready for school, managing homework, preparation for residential trips, encouraging independence and developing organisational skills. Some activity ideas to help parents develop their child�s writing skills will also be provided. This session will be useful for parents of children attending primary and secondary schools.
�SEN Law; the Code of Practice and how they affect your child in school�
Eirwen Grenfell-Essam, Chair of Network 81 and National Trainer and Service Development Officer offers advice and guidance on how schools identify and help children with special educational needs. This informative talk will cover School Action and School Action Plus; IEPs, school meetings and reviews and the staff responsible.
For more information see: More information and a booking form available here.