Welcome to our
January 2025 E-Bulletin
Wishing all of our readers a Happy New Year!
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IASS spring training workshops
Checking a draft EHCP
Tuesday 28 January 2025 at 10:00am
Cherry Street SEND and sensory hub, WV3 0QW
Book at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/checking-a-draft-ehcp-education-health-and-care-plan-tickets-1088695881689?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join Wolverhampton IASS for a workshop on supporting parents and carers through the process of reviewing a draft EHCP.
Discover:
- What information should be include in reviewing your child's draft EHCP
- The importance of the parents/carers views and the child/ young person's wishes and feelings being captured
- The importance of their SEND needs and required provisions being truly reflective of their current circumstance
- The importance of SMART targets which are measurable, specific, realistic and achievable
- How to provide your views and feedback on the draft EHCP and request any amendments
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NEW for 2025!
IASS SEND Surgery
We are delighted to announce that the IASS team will be delivering a SEND Surgery every fortnight at Cherry Street SEND and Sensory Hub, Cherry Street, WV3 0QW.
Each session we will have a specific SEND focus, as well as offering a coffee and chat for parents, carers and young people who may have any questions or queries related to special educational needs and/or disability.
Our January sessions are:
Thursday 9 January 9.30am to 12.30pm
“Getting the right support at the right time”
Tuesday 21st January 1.00pm to 4.00pm
“Managing modified timetables and
suspensions for pupils with special educational needs”.
Look out for more dates on our website and social media @wolvesiass
Reception class 2025
applications open
Parents and guardians of children who will start school for the first time in September 2025 are being urged to apply for places online now.
Applications for reception class places at infant and primary schools in Wolverhampton is now open. The online application process is quick and easy, and families have until the deadline date of 15 January 2025 to register their preferences.
To apply, please log on to School admissions and complete the short application process as soon as possible: School admissions | City Of Wolverhampton Council
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Civic Centre surgeries for primary school applications
Wolverhampton Council Customer Services are hosting face to face surgeries to support parents and carers of children starting Reception in September 2025. Attend on:
Thursday 2 January from 10:00am- 2:00pm
Thursday 9 January from 10:00am- 2:00pm
Surgeries will run from the courtesy computer area of the Civic Centre (WV1 1SH). The team will be offering digital support advice, scanning services and information to promote and encourage customers to utilise the self-serve application option.
Cherry Street SEND and Sensory Hub:
Launch event 14 January
SEND Careers Fair: 31 January
Book your place at: SEND Moving into Adulthood Careers Fair 2025
Inclusive music session for SEND pupils aged 11- 18
Wolverhampton children and young people with SEND aged 11- 18 who have an interest in music are invited to attend inclusive band building and music making sessions on Tuesday's 6:30pm to 7:15pm term time.
The sessions hosted by Big Top Musician will take place at Action for Independence (A4I) Albert Road, Wolverhampton WV6 0AF. No previous instrument experience needed. Sessions are free but reservation is required.
Find out more at: Big Top Musicians (Wolverhampton) | Big Top Music
Autism West Midlands:
Rising to the challenge
Join Autism West Midlands from 6th January for ‘Rising to the challenge’; their free six week training programme available to parents and carers.
If you want to develop your understanding of Autism and how to support your child through learning topics such as understanding Autism, communication, the social world, sensory differences, anxiety, happiness and wellbeing, click below to book your place:
Rising to the Challenge, Black Country | Autism West Midlands
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Ambitious About Autism
Navigating online gaming webinar: 29 January
On 29 January at 7:30pm, Ambitious About Autism offers its free online webinar 'Supporting neurodivergent children in the online world' presented by Roblox.
A diverse panel of professionals including online safety experts, autism specialists and parents will share practical tools to help you to support your child to stay safe during online gaming.
Book your place at: Game on: Supporting neurodivergent children in the online world Tickets, Wed 29 Jan 2025 at 19:30 | Eventbrite
Peer support sessions
Ambitious About Autism are offering parents and carers of autistic children in the Midlands, access to free information sessions led by those with lived experience of autism.
January’s sessions include understanding autism, supporting toileting, understanding meltdowns and shutdowns, mental wellbeing, understanding executive functioning and supporting autistic parents.
Book your place at:
Midlands delivered by Contact and Ambitious about Autism | Autism Central
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Kidz to Adultz: 13 March Coventry
Join Kidz to Adultz on Thursday 13th March 2025 at Coventry Building Society Arena, CV6 6AQ for their free exhibition dedicated to supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Try out adaptive products, meet experts, join educational seminars from guest speakers, and gain information on financial or legal advice.
To book your free place visit:
Kidz to Adultz Middle – Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions
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Share your thoughts
on local pharmacies
The City of Wolverhampton Council is inviting residents to complete a short survey about local pharmacy services. Your views will be used to update the city’s Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment, which reviews current pharmacy services and identifies gaps to make sure pharmacy services meet the needs of our community now and in the future.
Complete the survey by Sunday 12 January to share your feedback.
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O2 National Databank
Data is essential to everyday life — from banking and job hunting to simply staying in touch. But many people in the UK are struggling to stay connected and access these vital services.
If your family is experiencing data poverty or living on a low income, mobile provider O2 is offering free data sim cards through the National Databank, to support those in need.
To see if you are eligible and find your closest hub visit:
What Is The National Databank | Free Mobile Data For Digital Inclusion | Good Things Foundation
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Complete our evaluation survey
The IASS would like to thank all of our readers and everyone who has used our service. Your positive feedback throughout 2024 and continued support is much appreciated.
Our 2025 evaluation survey is NOW OPEN!
Please do take a few minutes to complete. We always welcome your feedback:
Wolverhampton IASS Survey Jan - Dec 2025 - City of Wolverhampton Council - Citizen Space
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