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Welcome to our
November 2024 E- Bulletin
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Parents enhance their skills with
Makaton Level 1 Workshop
Wolverhampton parents and carers of children and young people with SEND recently took part in a Makaton Level 1 workshop with IASS delivered by our very own Makaton tutor Stacey Roalfe.
The course provided a practical introduction into Makaton as an essential communication tool to implement with their children who experience speech and language difficulties.
The participants told us they joined the workshop to support their children to communicate better. Some participants were familiar with basic signs and wanted to learn more. Parents said the workshop was an excellent opportunity to learn a new skill which they can’t wait to put in to practice with their children and families.
EBSNA (Emotionally Based School
Non- Attendance) workshop
Tuesday 26th November at 10:00am
Location: Low Hill Family Hub,
26- 28 Fourth Avenue, WV10 9LZ
Book at: EBSNA (Emotionally Based School Non- Attendance) Tickets, Tue, Nov 26, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
Parents and carers are invited to join IASS for an information and advice session about Wolverhampton’s Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance Pathway.
Emotionally based school non-attendance is the term used to describe children and young people who are experiencing difficulties attending school due to emotional factors.
In the session we shall cover:
- What the pathway is and why it is needed
- The early warning signs that support may be needed
- What support is available and what this may look like
- Self-help for children and young people
- How you can support as parents and carers
Michelle Dudley, Wolverhampton’s Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance Coordinator and Michelle Reid from Wolverhampton IASS will be there to answer any questions about the pathway and support available.
This session is for parents and carers only. Professionals can access advice and support from Michelle Dudley direct by following the EBSNA Pathway schools guidance.
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Base 25: IASS SEND Surgery
Base 25 café,
29-31 Temple St,
Wolverhampton
WV2 4AN
IASS in partnership with Base 25 we will be delivering our next SEND Surgery on Thursday 28 November 1:00- 4:00pm. Drop in for a chat with Michelle and Rebecca for information and advice on matters relating to special educational needs and disability for children and young people up to 25 years.
For more information about Base 25 visit their website:
Base 25 – Supporting young people in Wolverhampton
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Embrace for parents/carers of children with Autism
Thursday 7 November and 5 December
at 9:30am to 11:30am
Location: Special Needs Early Years Service, Brickkiln Community, Centre, Cherry Street, Wolverhampton, WV3 0QW
Would you like to talk to someone about Autism? If so, why not come to Embrace Autism's coffee mornings and meet other parents of a child with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Discuss ASC challenges, what support is available and meet professional agencies attending.
For further information or if you wish to attend, please email EmbraceAutismWV@outlook.com
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SEND early identification and support:
parent/ carer workshop
Introduction to Autism
Wednesday 6 November at 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Low Hill Family Hub, 26-28 Fourth Avenue Wolverhampton WV10 9LZ
Book at: Introduction to Autism Workshop Tickets, Wed, Nov 6, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
Parents and carers of children and young people with a diagnosis of autism, or this currently being assessed are invited to attend Wolverhampton Outreach's two hour workshop. The session offers an introduction to understanding Autism and provides you with the opportunity to talk to other parents and carers.
Understanding Behaviours
Wednesday 13 November at 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Low Hill Family Hub, 26-28 Fourth Avenue Wolverhampton WV10 9LZ
Book at: Understanding Behaviour Workshop Tickets, Wed, Nov 13, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
Wolverhampton Outreach Service invites you to attend its Wednesday 13 November 'understanding behaviour workshop'. Parents and carers will discover potential underlying reasons for behaviour and how to support emotional regulation.
For further support, information and upcoming training workshops for parents and carers of children with SEND, please visit the following website:
SEND Early Identification and Support Services | City Of Wolverhampton Council
Anti- Bullying Week:
11- 15 November
For Anti Bullying week 2024, the Anti Bullying Alliance has developed a free Parent and Carer Pack. It is an opportunity to spotlight bullying and consider the steps we can take together to stop it.
This resource will help you start the conversation about bullying no matter the age of your child and give you other ideas about anti-bullying at home.
Access at: ABW Parents Pack 2024.pdf
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Contact Midlands support
For Midlands parents and carers of SEND children and young people, Contact in collaboration with Autism Central is offering a range of online workshops and 1:1 support by call or email for free.
All workshops and support are facilitated by people with lived experience of Autism and cover topics such as sensory processing, understanding Autism, supporting toileting, sleep support, personal budgets and supporting mental health and wellbeing.
Workshop places can be booked here: Events | Autism Central
Book your 1:1 contact support here: Autism Hub Midlands - 1 to1 support
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The Witherslack Group: free training webinars
SEN & Supporting Home Learning
Date: Wednesday 6 November at 10:00am
Book at: SEN & Supporting Home Learning - Witherslack Group
The session will explore strategies to support your neurodiverse child with learning at home and managing the challenges of school homework, setting up a productive learning space, and how to make learning both effective and engaging for children with ADHD and autism.
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Addressing Bullying and
Promoting Inclusion
Date: Tuesday 12 November at 10:00am
Book at: Addressing Bullying & Promoting Inclusion - Witherslack Group
The session will discuss what bullying is, how we can prevent acts of bullying and harassment, and the role teaching staff and educators play in protecting and supporting our young people in school.
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The session will discuss challenges that girls with ADHD face, how symptoms can present, and exploring why girls with ADHD are frequently underdiagnosed.
Learn effective strategies for navigating challenging behaviour, executive functioning difficulties, and how to create a supportive and inclusive home environment for them.
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Understanding Global Development Delay
Date: Wednesday 27 November at 10:00am
Book at: Understanding Global Developmental Delay - Witherslack Group
Understand the condition impact on developmental areas, such as motor skills, speech, cognitive abilities, or social interaction, who can offer support and how the condition impacts your child's growth and development.
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Christmas Events 2024
Wolverhampton Christmas lights switch- ons
In the countdown to Christmas, locations across Wolverhampton will be hosting their Christmas Lights Switch- on events in late November.
Locations include Queen's Square City Centre, Bilston, Bantock, Wednesfield and Tettenhall.
View at: Christmas in Wolverhampton | City Of Wolverhampton Council
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Complete our evaluation survey
Wolves IASS is always grateful for the wonderful feedback we receive from families that have benefitted from our service.
If you have been supported by IASS previously, we would love to hear about your experience with us.
Please complete our evaluation survey at: Wolverhampton IASS Survey Jan - Dec 2024 - City of Wolverhampton Council - Citizen Space
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