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SEN resources website from LDA LDA specialise in educational resources to help support teachers and parents of children with SEN. With resources for all ages, from early years to secondary, and covering many conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia, products are designed to meet a wide spectrum of needs. LDA have announced the launch of their newly designed website. Built with users in mind, it offers many new and improved features to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for, shop online and manage your account.
Helping families resolve education disputes Education Lawyers specialise in helping families with children who have SEN through the EHC needs assessment process and with appeals to the SEND Tribunal. Education Lawyers is an experienced and skilled team, providing legal advice and practical solutions in relation to SEN cases. Their lawyers have been providing legal help to families throughout England and Wales for over 25 years. If you would like to speak to someone from their team about your child’s SEN, email: education@langleywellington.co.uk or telephone: 01452 555166. For more information, visit: www.educationlawyers.co.uk
To try it for yourself and view the full range of products, visit: www.ldalearning.com
Free autism events in York Hesley Group have released details of their upcoming free autism events and are now taking booking requests. People with Complex Needs – Better Understanding, Better Support will be taking place at York Racecourse on 18 and 19 October. Speakers Professor Barry Carpenter and Angela Stanton-Greenwood will provide workshops and presentations that will enable parents and professionals to gain valuable knowledge during the respective oneday events, and are sure to keep attendees engaged and focussed throughout. More details can be found at: www.hesleygroup.co.uk/content/yorkevents2017
Calman Colaiste Specialist College Kisimul School’s new provision Calman Colaiste is an independent specialist college providing further education for young adults with autism, learning difficulties and complex needs. The aim of Kisimul’s Learning for Life programme is to offer a broad, balanced and structured programme of vocational and learning opportunities to young adults who are resident in their registered adult homes and supported living services. Offering a range of bespoke programmes for learners, the provision is designed to help learners develop core functional, vocational and life skills. Calman Colaiste: Wisbech Road, Peterborough, PE6 OTD. 01733 271326 referrals@kisimul.co.uk www.kisimul.co.uk SENISSUE90
Unravel and The Blinks supporting young people’s mental health Unravel is an organisation that provides prompt, bespoke mental health support for schools and families across the country. The Blinks novels offer the same psychological approaches subtly entwined into a novel for children to enjoy. This new model helps children and young people gain insight into what they are feeling and offers specialised action to drive positive changes in wellbeing. If you are interested in Unravel therapists for your school and or training in this area, contact: andreachatten@unravelcebpc.co.uk or visit: www.unravelcebpc.co.uk and: www.theblinks.co.uk
Learning and Teaching Expo (LTE) Learning and Teaching Expo (LTE) is Asia’s leading education expo and Hong Kong’s annual signature education event. LTE is an ideal platform for SEN coordinators, teachers and schools to discover the latest development and explore educational resources and technology in SEN education. At LTE 2017, the SEN Theatre will continue to invite scholars and experts to share their insights and best practices in supporting students with SEN. Themes include: Innovative Strategies for Learning Diversity, Educational Technology in SEN, and Life Planning. Admission is free and educational and trade professionals are welcome to take part For more information, visit: www.LTExpo.com.hk WWW.SENMAGAZINE.CO.UK