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03000 41 3000
Email:
iask@kent.gov.uk

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Workshops

Click here for information about our range of workshops

If you belong to a support group and would like us to facilitate a bespoke workshop for the group, please contact us to discuss: iask@kent.gov.uk or 03000 412 412

About the virtual workshops:

These are on-line session where you can see the trainer and a power point presentation.  You can ask questions, type in the chat box, or you can just simply watch and learn if that’s your preference.

It is simple to join from a smart-phone/tablet (you will need to download an App for this) or a computer. Full details of how to access the course will be sent to you the day before.  Please let us know if you have any access requirements.


SEN Support in the Early Years and Transition to Reception Year

Wednesday 15th January 2025

Virtual Workshop

10:30am-12:00pm

More information »

The workshop will include the following (based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice):

Aims:

  • for parents/carers and practitioners to gain an understanding of what is meant by SEN Support in mainstream settings
  • to understand the transition process to reception class

Objectives:

  • to gain knowledge about the Graduated Approach, reasonable adjustments and best endeavours
  • to understand how to apply for a school place
  • to know where to get further information

Who can attend:   

  • Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND) in the early years (up to the first term of reception).
  • Practitioners working with families of children with SEND

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

SEN Support in the Early Years and Transition to Reception Year

Thursday 23rd January 2025

Virtual Workshop

6:30 pm–8:00pm

More information »

The workshop will include the following (based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice):

Aims:

  • for parents/carers and practitioners to gain an understanding of what is meant by SEN Support in mainstream settings
  • to understand the transition process to reception class

Objectives:

  • to gain knowledge about the Graduated Approach, reasonable adjustments and best endeavours
  • to understand how to apply for a school place
  • to know where to get further information

Who can attend:   

  • Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND) in the early years (up to the first term of reception).
  • Practitioners working with families of children with SEND

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Special Educational Needs (SEN) support in mainstream schools and colleges

Thursday 30th January 2025

Virtual Workshop

10:30am-12:00pm

More information »

Based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice you will gain knowledge and understanding of:

  • The definition of Special Educational Needs Support
  • The ‘graduated approach’ to supporting children and young people with SEN
  • The term ‘reasonable adjustments’
  • The term ‘best endeavours’

About the virtual workshop:

This is an on-line session where you can see the trainer and a power point presentation.  You can ask questions, type in the chat box, or you can just simply watch and learn if that’s your preference.

It is simple to join from a smart-phone/tablet (you will need to download an App for this) or a computer. You will be emailed a link that you need to click within 5 minutes of the session taking place. Full details of how to access the course will be sent to you a few days before.

Who can attend:   

  • Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND)
  • Children and Young people with SEND (diagnosed or undiagnosed)
  • Practitioners working with families of children with SEND

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Special Educational Needs (SEN) support in mainstream schools and colleges

Wednesday 5th February 2025

Virtual Workshop

6:30 pm–8:00pm

More information »

Based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice you will gain knowledge and understanding of:

  • The definition of Special Educational Needs Support
  • The ‘graduated approach’ to supporting children and young people with SEN
  • The term ‘reasonable adjustments’
  • The term ‘best endeavours’

About the virtual workshop:

This is an on-line session where you can see the trainer and a power point presentation.  You can ask questions, type in the chat box, or you can just simply watch and learn if that’s your preference.

It is simple to join from a smart-phone/tablet (you will need to download an App for this) or a computer. You will be emailed a link that you need to click within 5 minutes of the session taking place. Full details of how to access the course will be sent to you a few days before.

Who can attend:   

  • Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND)
  • Children and Young people with SEND (diagnosed or undiagnosed)
  • Practitioners working with families of children with SEND

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Options for Post 16 transition

Wednesday 12th February 2025

Virtual Workshop

10:30am-12:00pm

More information »

The workshop will include the following (based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice):

Aim:

  • to gain knowledge of post 16 transition options and the term ‘preparing for adulthood’  

Objectives:

  • To understand that preparing for adulthood starts in year 9
  • To consider options for post 16 education and the support that is available in mainstream colleges
  • To be aware that some decision-making rights transfer to a young person, post 16

About the virtual workshop: This is an on-line session where you can see the trainer and a power point presentation.  You can ask questions, type in the chat box, or you can just simply watch and learn if that’s your preference.

It is simple to join from a smart phone/tablet (you will need to download an App for this) or a computer. You will be emailed a link that you need to click within 5 minutes of the session taking place. Full details of how to access the course will be sent to you the afternoon before the session and a further reminder will be sent to you 2 hours before the session.

Who can attend:   

  • Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND)
  • Children and Young people with SEND (diagnosed or undiagnosed)
  • Practitioners working with families of children with SEND

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Options for Post 16 transition

Thursday 27th February 2025

Virtual Workshop

6:30 pm–8:00pm

More information »

The workshop will include the following (based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice):

Aim:

  • to gain knowledge of post 16 transition options and the term ‘preparing for adulthood’  

Objectives:

  • To understand that preparing for adulthood starts in year 9
  • To consider options for post 16 education and the support that is available in mainstream colleges
  • To be aware that some decision-making rights transfer to a young person, post 16

About the virtual workshop: This is an on-line session where you can see the trainer and a power point presentation.  You can ask questions, type in the chat box, or you can just simply watch and learn if that’s your preference.

It is simple to join from a smart phone/tablet (you will need to download an App for this) or a computer. You will be emailed a link that you need to click within 5 minutes of the session taking place. Full details of how to access the course will be sent to you the afternoon before the session and a further reminder will be sent to you 2 hours before the session.

Who can attend:   

  • Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND)
  • Children and Young people with SEND (diagnosed or undiagnosed)
  • Practitioners working with families of children with SEND

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Mental capacity and Decision-Making Post 16

Wednesday 26th March 2025

Virtual Workshop

6:30 pm–8:00pm

More information »

This workshop is for parents/carers, young people and practitioners to understand the changes in decision making for post 16.

Based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice you will gain an understanding of:

  • young people’s rights to make their own decisions (from year 9 onwards)
  • The principles of mental capacity
  • where to get further information

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Review Meetings

Wednesday 26th March 2025

Virtual Workshop

10:30am-12:00pm

More information »

This workshop aims to empower parents/carers and young people to participate and feel confident to have their say in review meetings with a section about transition to the next stage of a child or young person’s education.

Based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice, you will gain knowledge of the process of an annual review of an Education, Health and Care Plan including what to expect at the annual review meeting.

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online

Review Meetings

Thursday 1st May 2025

Virtual Workshop

6:30 pm–8:00pm

More information »

This workshop aims to empower parents/carers and young people to participate and feel confident to have their say in review meetings with a section about transition to the next stage of a child or young person’s education.

Based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice, you will gain knowledge of the process of an annual review of an Education, Health and Care Plan including what to expect at the annual review meeting.

How to book your place:

Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.

In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.

Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.

Book online