Support For Parents
Support for parents Jan/Feb/Mar 2023
BecomeU Parent Coaching
Online training for Parents /Carers - Core Vocabulary Board
About this Course:
You will learn what a Core Vocabulary Board is and why and how to use them at home with your child. There will be opportunities to ask questions about topics covered with the Speech and Language Therapists.
Core Vocabulary Board: CVB is a form of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). It is made up of colour-coded core words. Core words are chosen based on the earliest developing words in young children’s language and the most frequently used words by adults i.e. the words children hear the most frequently.
This training is appropriate for parents/carers of children and young people where a Core Vocabulary Board (CVB) is being used in school or has been recommended by a professional
- For parents of children with social communication needs or a diagnosis of Autism in Reception to Year 11
- Parents/carers must be Newham residents or child must attend a Newham school
- 1 parent/carer to register per child (but more than 1 parent/carer can attend on the same link)
Click here to book a place: (Click Here)
You will be sent an email with the meeting link nearer the date.
Thurs 9th March 2023 10 am Registration
10.15-11.30 Course (online via Zoom)
Supporting Families - How to recognise and deal with trauma.
Free activities for children and young people this half-term!
Language, Communication & Interaction Service
LCIS: Family Training & Support for Autism/Social Communication Spring term 2023
In addition to our school service offer, LCIS provides a range of courses for families of primary and secondary-aged children and young people in Newham who have a diagnosis of autism or social communication difficulties.
Our training is divided into Early Years: for parents/carers of children in nursery & School Aged: for parents/carers of children in Reception-Year 11.
Session 1: Developing Communication
Session 2: How children with social communication needs to think & learn;
Emotional Regulation.
Session 3: Understanding sensory needs and supporting emotional regulation
Session 4: Problem-solving; Further support in the community
| Table Heading | Online | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Thurs 11th Jan 1-2 | Thurs 23rd Feb 1-2 |
| Session 2 | Thurs 19th Jan 1-2 | Thurs 2nd Mar 1-2 |
| Session 3 | Thurs 26th Jan 1-2 | Thurs 9th Mar 1-2 |
| Session 4 | Thurs 2nd Feb 1-2 | Thurs 16th Mar 1-2 |
Overcoming challenges with eating
Date: To Be Confirmed
Contact Kari Askey for further info
Location: Tunmarsh Centre, Tunmarsh Lane, E13 9NB
For more information about LCIS Early Years courses and to book a place please email: Kari.Askey@newham.gov.uk
SCHOOL-AGED Training for parents/carers of children in
Reception-Year 11
SCERTS® Parent/Carer Training
This is a four-part training course run over four weeks during term time for
parents/carers of children with social communication difficulties from Reception to
Year 11. The course gives an opportunity for parents/carers to learn more about
autism/social communication through SCERTS®, an educational framework used
to identify the highest priority needs for support for autistic individuals to provide
the best quality of life outcomes. It is a great opportunity to share experiences and
advice with other parents and carers on a similar journey.
Course dates: Fridays 9.30-12.30 on 10th and 24th February, 3rd and 10th March
Venue: Tunmarsh Centre, Tunmarsh Lane E13 9NB
Click here to book a place: (Click HERE)
Intensive Interaction:
For parents/carers to learn more about the Intensive Interaction approach. This is an intervention commonly used in schools to build their child’s fundamental communication and interaction skills.
Course date: Thurs 2nd March 2023 10-11:30am Venue: online
To book a place: (Click HERE)
Core Vocabulary Boards:
For parents/carers to learn how to use this communication system, which aims to support their child’s understanding and use of words to communicate. Course runs termly.
Course date: Thurs 09th March 2023 10-11:30am Venue: online
To book a place (Click HERE)
FREE - Sports & leisure activities for SEND young people
Ever wondered what sports & leisure activities are on offer for SEND young people in Newham?
Come and try out some sports taster sessions such as Bollywood and Hip Hop dance, pilates, wheelchair basketball, Boccia, multi-sports, table tennis, & swimming.
There will be information stalls about other services, opportunities to have your say about important issues that effect SEND young people in the borough, as well as a relaxation and sensory space.
For more information about the day and to book places (Click HERE)
SCERTS - Training Course for Parents/Carers
SCERTS - Social, Communication, Emotional, Regulation, Transactional, Supports
Training for parents/carers of children who:
- Are in Reception to Year 11 who have social communication needs or a diagnosis of Autism.
- Parents/carers must be Newham residents or children must attend a Newham school YR-Y11.
Learn about autism, social communication and strategies to support your child’s communication and ability to stay focused, calm and engaged.
Please attend ALL 4 sessions:
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Fri 10th February 2023 | 9.30-12.30 |
| Fri 24th February 2023 | 9.30-12.30 |
| Fri 3rd March 2023 | 9.30-12.30 |
| Fri 10th March 2023 | 9.30-12.30 |
Course delivered in person at Tunmarsh Centre, Tunmarsh Lane, E13 9NB
*Parking is NOT available
To book a place (Click HERE)