November 2021
Managing Anxiety and Mental Health
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Managing Anxiety and Mental Health.
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Virtual SEND
Conference
Online SEND-focused conference to help the whole education sector get high-quality CPD, with the best speakers from across the country
Find out more »December 2021
Supporting Speech, Language and Social Communication
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Supporting Speech, Language and Social Communication.
Find out more »February 2022
Live webinar: Supporting a Child With Dual Diagnosis
A live webinar for parents & carers, looking at practical strategies to support children with a dual diagnosis
Find out more »Live webinar: Understanding Dyspraxia
Dyspraxia Foundation's Dr Sally Payne will help parents & carers understand dyspraxia: diagnosis, causes and strategies to help
Find out more »Supporting the SENCO: Reading, Writing & Spelling Intervention
We will look at practical strategies to support neurodiverse children with their reading, writing and spelling
Find out more »March 2022
SEN Law Conference
2022
This one-day specialist conference will provide the latest legal updates across all aspects of this fast-moving area of law
Find out more »Empowering your child with ADHD: A practical toolkit
Live webinar for parents and carers: we will look at practical hints and tips that you can use to support your child
Find out more »Virtual Autism Conference: Creating Aspirational Futures
Free online conference, with Inspiring talks and practical advice on supporting children and young people with autism and associated needs
Find out more »April 2022
Autism Champions
Courses
Supporting organisations working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy in England, with a wide range of dates from April 2022 to March 2023
Find out more »Sensory Processing, Autism and Identity
Occupational therapist Rachael Thompson explores how sensory processing differences can impact the development of self-identity
Find out more »May 2022
Neurodiversity –
The Early Years
Emma Weaver of the Neurodiversity Early Years Service at the ADHD Foundation offers advice on supporting young neurodiverse children
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ADHD –
a guide to medication
Dr Tony Lloyd, CEO of the ADHD Foundation, discusses ADHD medication and offers advice to support neurodiverse children and young people
Find out more »The relationship between social media and mental health
Professor Sean Duggan helps us to understand the impact that social media and technology can have on a young person’s mental health
Find out more »Reducing anxiety from the classroom environment
Anne-Marie Harrison from Ideas Afresh Education advises SENCOs and teaching staff on reducing anxiety in the classroom for neurodiverse pupils
Find out more »Scottish Autism Online Conference: ‘Behind the Mask’
Scottish Autism’s Online Conference, ‘Behind the Mask’, is for professionals, autistic people and their families, and those with an interest in autism
Find out more »Top tips to improve your child’s mental health
Daniel Jones, Founder of Aspie World, gives a rundown of his top tips to improve your child's mental health
Find out more »Successful schooling: a parents‘ guide to achievement
Rachel Varney, Therapeutic SENCo for the ADHD Foundation, gives advice to parents on schooling and how to make it a success for your child
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Autism &
Teens
Anne-Marie Harrison from Ideas Afresh Education looks at the presentation of autism in teenagers and support strategies for parents and carers
Find out more »Successful steps to adulthood for your neurodiverse child
Mike Hussey, Operations Director for the ADHD Foundation, gives parents and carers advice on the transition to adulthood for a neurodiverse child
Find out more »Interoception, Our 8th Sense: The Science of How We Feel
A fantastic opportunity to hear international expert and award-winning OT, Kelly Mahler discuss the fascinating interoception system
Find out more »June 2022
LIVE WEBINAR: Risk-taking behaviour in teens
Free webinar with Mike Hussey, Operations Director for the ADHD Foundation, offering practical advice and support to parents and carers
Find out more »LIVE WEBINAR: Strategies to support social success
Free webinar: Anne-Marie Harrison of Ideas Afresh Education on supporting social success in neurodiverse children & young people
Find out more »Free ‘Preparing for Adulthood’ transitions event for families
Free ‘preparing for adulthood’ online event for any family whose child is leaving specialist education in summer 2023/24 (or later)
Find out more »July 2022
Autism & Girls:
Part 2
Free webinar, brought to you by Witherslack Group and presented by Anne-Marie Harrison from Ideas Afresh Education
Find out more »ADHD: Creating positive environments
Virtual SEN conference, offering practical advice to parents and carers supporting children and young people with ADHD
Find out more »Neurodiversity: The role of routine in your child’s life
This free webinar is brought to you in partnership with the Witherslack Group and the ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity
Find out more »September 2022
Autism Champions course – Zoom session 1
The Autism Champions course supports organisations in working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy in England.
Find out more »Supporting parents & carers: Back to School live webinar
Advice for parents/carers of neurodiverse children and young people on smooth transitions in starting or returning to school
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Strategies to support
dyslexia
Rachel Varney, Therapeutic SENCo, offers parents and carers strategies to support a child with dyslexia and build confidence
Find out more »Autism Champions course – Zoom session 2
The Autism Champions course supports organisations in working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy aims in England
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Autism &
Teens
A live webinar that will look at developing your understanding of autism and teens, with a focus on practical support strategies
Find out more »Supporting an ADHD Learner in School
Live webinar for SENCos and teaching professionals on supporting ADHD learners in school, with practical strategies
Find out more »Supporting Autistic Teenagers & Young Adults
Autism specialists will share practical approaches to help you support autistic teenagers and young adults through adolescence
Find out more »October 2022
ADHD: Strategies to support the social impact
How the social impact of ADHD can cause disruption, with strategies for parents and carers to support their child or young person
Find out more »Therapeutic approaches to support in the classroom
A live webinar for SENCOs and teaching professionals, covering the PACE approach and how can it help the young people you work with
Find out more »Autism: Strategies for managing anxiety
How anxiety presents in children & young people, why it often co-occurs with neurodevelopmental conditions, and support strategies
Find out more »November 2022
Understanding ADHD and Addictive Behaviour
Live webinar exploring how some of the common difficulties around ADHD, including executive functions, could lead to developing addictive traits
Find out more »Supporting the SENCO: Understanding Dyspraxia
A live webinar for teaching and SEN professionals focusing on developing your understanding of dyspraxia, with practical strategies
Find out more »Neurodiversity Conference: a pathway to positive behaviour
Neurodiversity experts bring you a one-day virtual conference offering practical, informative and empowering advice for parents and carers
Find out more »December 2022
Live webinar:
Autism & Boys
Live webinar with practical advice for parents and carers, dispelling myths and looking at ideas and strategies
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ADHD & Autism:
Managing Sibling Relationships
Live webinar on sibling relationships with ADHD and autism, with advice for parents of a neurodiverse child or young person
Find out more »January 2023
Is your child’s anxiety about school affecting the family?
Our team will take you through five practical strategies to help you support your child with their anxiety around school.
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Neurodiversity:
Building Self-Esteem
Free webinar: how self-esteem develops among the neurodiverse population, and why an understanding of it can be so important
Find out more »SENCo: Helping neurodiverse children engage with school
Free webinar for SENCos and teaching professionals: strategies for leading a neurodiverse-friendly classroom
Find out more »Autism Learns: Understanding Sensory Processing & Autism
From the organisers of The Autism Show, this online learning series explores sensory differences experienced by autistic children and adults
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EHCPs:
Explained
Free webinar: what an Education, Health and Care Plan is and how you can begin to request one for your child or young person
Find out more »February 2023
Autism Learns: Managing Anxiety & Mental Health
From organisers of The Autism Show, this online learning series provides skills for maintaining good mental health in autistic children & young adults
Find out more »March 2023
Autism Learns: Supporting Girls on the Spectrum
From the organisers of The Autism Show, this online learning series looks at how we can better identify and provide support for autistic girls
Find out more »April 2023
Supporting parents and carers: neurodiversity and your family
Join us for a webinar focusing on how neurodiversity can affect your home environment, lifestyle and family relationships
Find out more »May 2023
Sensory support strategies in the classroom
Live webinar for SENCOs and teaching professionals, exploring different techniques for sensory support in the classroom
Find out more »Supporting parents and carers: shutdowns and refusals
The second part of our series hosted by Anne-Marie Harrison, exploring signs of distress and offering tips for healthy responses to shutdowns
Find out more »July 2023
Virtual Neurodiversity Conference
Four expert-led presentations sharing advice and expertise, celebrating our neurodiverse children, and empowering them
Find out more »Autism: Thinking Skills & Problem Solving
Annie Etherington, Consultant and Autism Tutor, offers advice for parents and carers of children 5-16 on the autism spectrum
Find out more »October 2023
Autism Saturday
Morning Support
Saturday morning support online sessions facilitated by autistic speaker, consultant, trainer and author Paul Isaacs.
Find out more »Autism: Culturally Censored with Venessa Bobb
Presentation of Venessa Bobb’s lived experiences as a black autistic parent of autistic young adults and of advocating for others.
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Webinar:
What Is Autism?
Anne-Marie Harrison, Education Director from Ideas Afresh Ltd, presents a live webinar, “What Is Autism?”, drawing on 35 years of experience
Find out more »November 2023
Webinar: Celebrations & Sensory Processing
Occupational therapists unpack how children with sensory processing difficulties can be affected during events and special occasions
Find out more »ADHD & Autism: The Steps To Getting A Diagnosis
Live webinar exploring tips and strategies for supporting your child in getting their autism or ADHD diagnosis.
Find out more »Virtual SEN Conference: The Future Of Our Children
Experts in neurodiversity will share practical advice, effective strategies and valuable support to help your child thrive in an evolving world.
Find out more »December 2023
Portland College Virtual Open Day – December
Portland College, Nottinghamshire, are thrilled to be able to announce their next Further Education Virtual Open Day.
Find out more »Seasonal Support: Self-Regulation Strategies
Free live webinar exploring practical ways to support your young person with self-regulation strategies this Christmas.
Find out more »January 2024
Autism: Developing Communication Skills
Anne-Marie Harrison will present a free webinar for parents & carers on how to develop your autistic child's communication skills
Find out more »Strategies To Support Students With ADHD
Free webinar for teaching professionals exploring how to support ADHD learners in school with proven strategies, tips and advice
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Free virtual session:
SEN, Phonics & Writing
Free session for parents & carers on supporting your child with special education needs in learning to write, using a phonics-based approach
Find out more »February 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »Why do accusations of FII happen?
Fabricated or Induced Illness is a grave social injustice for parents of children with hidden disabilities. Autistic parents are particularly at risk
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »March 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »Online Autistic Elders Meet Up 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on sensory issues
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »April 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »A parents perspective: empowering autistic children
Sam Bailey, X-Factor winner, influencer & proud autism parent, shares her perspective on a neurodiverse family life
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »May 2024
ADHD & Autism: supporting dysregulated behaviour
Emma Weaver, of The ADHD Foundation, explores ADHD and autism, focusing on supporting dysregulated behaviour.
Find out more »Supporting trauma-informed occupational therapy in school
Free webinar with occupational therapists exploring how to support children and young people in school who have experienced trauma
Find out more »ONLINE AUTISTIC ELDERS MEET UP 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on social media
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »Mindful parenting: mental wellness for you and your child
Free webinar with a psychologist exploring a mindful approach to parenting to promote well-being in your child and yourself
Find out more »Social inclusion for the autistic learner
Free webinar exploring how to create environments, systems and opportunities for autistic children so they can fully participate
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »June 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »ONLINE AUTISTIC ADULTS MEET UP 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on masking
Find out more »Strategies To Support Pupils With Communication Difficulties
Advice and strategies for helping teaching professionals in supporting young people with speech, language and communication challenges
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
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Understanding
PDA
Anne-Marie Harrison explores Pathological Demand Avoidance, offering practical advice and strategies to support neurodiverse children
Find out more »July 2024
Autism Champions plus Learning Disabilities
The Champions course supports organisations in working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy aims in England and offers best practice suggestions.
Find out more »Virtual Conference: Nurturing Behaviour & Well-being
Exploring mental health, understanding behaviour as communication, preparing for holidays, plus strategies to improve your child’s sleep
Find out more »ONLINE AUTISTIC ELDERS MEET UP 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on autistic elders at work
Find out more »August 2024
’Help!’
online conference
Online conference for parents/carers of young people who are struggling. Topics include anxiety, SEND & inclusion, and school attendance
Find out more »September 2024
Helping Your Child Navigate Transitions in Education
Free webinar for parents & carers to learn strategies to help ease their child’s anxiety about moving into a new year, class or school.
Find out more »Working With Your Child’s School
Free webinar exploring how to create supportive and collaborative environment and home-school relationship for your child's school success
Find out more »ONLINE AUTISTIC ELDERS MEET UP 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on social communication
Find out more »Understanding Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
Free webinar of ideas for supporting children who are experiencing emotionally based school avoidance, led by ADHD Foundation’s Colin Foley
Find out more »October 2024
ONLINE AUTISTIC ELDERS MEET UP 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on using the NHS
Find out more »Autism & boys: supporting parents & professionals
Anne-Marie Harrison explores autism and boys, key characteristics and behavioural patterns, and top tips for supporting boys at home
Find out more »November 2024
SEN & Supported Home
Learning
Anna Maddocks, Assistant Head Teacher at Pontville School, on strategies to support your child with learning at home and homework.
Find out more »Addressing Bullying & Promoting Inclusion (supporting SENCOs)
Susan Knight-Gill, Head Teacher of Bridgeway School, on how schools should adopt a 'whole school approach' to tackle bullying.
Find out more »ONLINE AUTISTIC ELDERS MEET UP 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on all things artistic
Find out more »ADHD and girls (supporting parents and carers)
Free webinar in partnership with The ADHD Foundation, sharing tips, strategies and advice for supporting young girls and teens with ADHD.
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