February 2021
Autism and play – strategies to support school-age children
Autistic children often play in different ways and it is important to recognise this difference and support them.
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Girls and
autism
Many autistic females are wrongly mis-diagnosed with mental health conditions and slip through the diagnostic system. This has to stop.
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Autism and
anxiety
Understanding the link between autism and anxiety is crucial. Anxiety is the main emotion experienced by autistic individuals.
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Autism and emotional
regulation
Learn effective strategies to deal with emotional regulation, an area where autistic individuals require support
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Pathological Demand
Avoidance
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a specific behaviour profile within autism. Learn how it differs from those with an autism diagnosis
Find out more »Using visuals to reduce anxiety and support independence
The use of visuals is critical to supporting autism. We explore effective strategies to implement them in the home and school
Find out more »Virtual Open Day for Beechwood College
Beechwood College is hosting a Virtual Open Day on February 24th for new SEN students interested in a placement.
Find out more »Henshaws Specialist College Virtual Open Day
We have a fantastic autism provision here in Harrogate. Please join us at our next virtual open day to find out more
Find out more »March 2021
Venue to Virtual free online event
Dedicated to children and young adults with disabilities and additional needs, their parents, carers, and the professionals who support them
Find out more »Connected by Autism: Jessica Kingsley online conference
Jessica Kingsley Publishers is bringing authors together for its first online conference - with a discount for Autism Eye readers
Find out more »Supporting Girls on the Spectrum
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Supporting Girls on the Spectrum.
Find out more »April 2021
MovementWorks:
Action for Autism webinar
‘Action for Autism’ is a project supported by The London Mayor with up to 50 funded places available for children age 7 -16
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MovementWorks:
Action for Autism taster
‘Action for Autism’ is a project supported by The London Mayor with up to 50 funded places available for children age 7 -16
Find out more »
MovementWorks:
Action for Autism taster
‘Action for Autism’ is a project supported by The London Mayor with up to 50 funded places available for children age 7 -16
Find out more »
MovementWorks:
Action for Autism webinar
‘Action for Autism’ is a project supported by The London Mayor with up to 50 funded places available for children age 7 -16
Find out more »May 2021
MovementWorks:
Action for Autism taster
‘Action for Autism’ is a project supported by The London Mayor with up to 50 funded places available for children age 7 -16
Find out more »
MovementWorks:
Action for Autism taster
‘Action for Autism’ is a project supported by The London Mayor with up to 50 funded places available for children age 7 -16
Find out more »Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder.
Find out more »June 2021
Tony Attwood on Autism – Managing Anxiety
Professor Tony Attwood, the leading authority on autism, offers practical, accessible advice and tips for you and your child
Find out more »Autism & Employability Virtual Conference
Expert speakers cover a wide range of topics, from tackling discrimination to bridging the gap between education and employment
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The Autism Show:
Webinar Week
Six days of live online learning, presented by the UK's most insightful autism professionals, providers and adults on the spectrum
Find out more »Tony Attwood on Autism – The Cognitive Profile
Professor Tony Attwood, the leading authority on autism, offers practical, accessible advice and tips for you and your child
Find out more »July 2021
Tony Attwood on Autism –
Developing Friendship Abilities
Professor Tony Attwood, the leading authority on autism, offers practical, accessible advice and tips for you and your child
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Tony Attwood on Autism –
Adolescent Issues
Professor Tony Attwood, the leading authority on autism, offers practical, accessible advice and tips for you and your child
Find out more »Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).
Find out more »September 2021
CPD-accredited Autism Champions course
Our CPD accredited Autism Champions course is running again, with Zoom training starting on 9 September 2021
Find out more »October 2021
Teaching Autistic Learners: Strategies & Principles
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Teaching Autistic Learners: Strategies & Principles.
Find out more »November 2021
Managing Anxiety and Mental Health
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Managing Anxiety and Mental Health.
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Virtual SEND
Conference
Online SEND-focused conference to help the whole education sector get high-quality CPD, with the best speakers from across the country
Find out more »December 2021
Supporting Speech, Language and Social Communication
Autism Learns: Join us for this online learning series, exploring the topic of Supporting Speech, Language and Social Communication.
Find out more »February 2022
Live webinar: Supporting a Child With Dual Diagnosis
A live webinar for parents & carers, looking at practical strategies to support children with a dual diagnosis
Find out more »Live webinar: Understanding Dyspraxia
Dyspraxia Foundation's Dr Sally Payne will help parents & carers understand dyspraxia: diagnosis, causes and strategies to help
Find out more »Supporting the SENCO: Reading, Writing & Spelling Intervention
We will look at practical strategies to support neurodiverse children with their reading, writing and spelling
Find out more »March 2022
SEN Law Conference
2022
This one-day specialist conference will provide the latest legal updates across all aspects of this fast-moving area of law
Find out more »Empowering your child with ADHD: A practical toolkit
Live webinar for parents and carers: we will look at practical hints and tips that you can use to support your child
Find out more »Virtual Autism Conference: Creating Aspirational Futures
Free online conference, with Inspiring talks and practical advice on supporting children and young people with autism and associated needs
Find out more »April 2022
Autism Champions
Courses
Supporting organisations working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy in England, with a wide range of dates from April 2022 to March 2023
Find out more »Sensory Processing, Autism and Identity
Occupational therapist Rachael Thompson explores how sensory processing differences can impact the development of self-identity
Find out more »May 2022
Neurodiversity –
The Early Years
Emma Weaver of the Neurodiversity Early Years Service at the ADHD Foundation offers advice on supporting young neurodiverse children
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ADHD –
a guide to medication
Dr Tony Lloyd, CEO of the ADHD Foundation, discusses ADHD medication and offers advice to support neurodiverse children and young people
Find out more »The relationship between social media and mental health
Professor Sean Duggan helps us to understand the impact that social media and technology can have on a young person’s mental health
Find out more »Reducing anxiety from the classroom environment
Anne-Marie Harrison from Ideas Afresh Education advises SENCOs and teaching staff on reducing anxiety in the classroom for neurodiverse pupils
Find out more »Scottish Autism Online Conference: ‘Behind the Mask’
Scottish Autism’s Online Conference, ‘Behind the Mask’, is for professionals, autistic people and their families, and those with an interest in autism
Find out more »Top tips to improve your child’s mental health
Daniel Jones, Founder of Aspie World, gives a rundown of his top tips to improve your child's mental health
Find out more »Successful schooling: a parents‘ guide to achievement
Rachel Varney, Therapeutic SENCo for the ADHD Foundation, gives advice to parents on schooling and how to make it a success for your child
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Autism &
Teens
Anne-Marie Harrison from Ideas Afresh Education looks at the presentation of autism in teenagers and support strategies for parents and carers
Find out more »Successful steps to adulthood for your neurodiverse child
Mike Hussey, Operations Director for the ADHD Foundation, gives parents and carers advice on the transition to adulthood for a neurodiverse child
Find out more »Interoception, Our 8th Sense: The Science of How We Feel
A fantastic opportunity to hear international expert and award-winning OT, Kelly Mahler discuss the fascinating interoception system
Find out more »June 2022
LIVE WEBINAR: Risk-taking behaviour in teens
Free webinar with Mike Hussey, Operations Director for the ADHD Foundation, offering practical advice and support to parents and carers
Find out more »LIVE WEBINAR: Strategies to support social success
Free webinar: Anne-Marie Harrison of Ideas Afresh Education on supporting social success in neurodiverse children & young people
Find out more »Free ‘Preparing for Adulthood’ transitions event for families
Free ‘preparing for adulthood’ online event for any family whose child is leaving specialist education in summer 2023/24 (or later)
Find out more »July 2022
Autism & Girls:
Part 2
Free webinar, brought to you by Witherslack Group and presented by Anne-Marie Harrison from Ideas Afresh Education
Find out more »ADHD: Creating positive environments
Virtual SEN conference, offering practical advice to parents and carers supporting children and young people with ADHD
Find out more »Neurodiversity: The role of routine in your child’s life
This free webinar is brought to you in partnership with the Witherslack Group and the ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity
Find out more »September 2022
Autism Champions course – Zoom session 1
The Autism Champions course supports organisations in working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy in England.
Find out more »Supporting parents & carers: Back to School live webinar
Advice for parents/carers of neurodiverse children and young people on smooth transitions in starting or returning to school
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Strategies to support
dyslexia
Rachel Varney, Therapeutic SENCo, offers parents and carers strategies to support a child with dyslexia and build confidence
Find out more »Autism Champions course – Zoom session 2
The Autism Champions course supports organisations in working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy aims in England
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Autism &
Teens
A live webinar that will look at developing your understanding of autism and teens, with a focus on practical support strategies
Find out more »Supporting an ADHD Learner in School
Live webinar for SENCos and teaching professionals on supporting ADHD learners in school, with practical strategies
Find out more »Supporting Autistic Teenagers & Young Adults
Autism specialists will share practical approaches to help you support autistic teenagers and young adults through adolescence
Find out more »October 2022
ADHD: Strategies to support the social impact
How the social impact of ADHD can cause disruption, with strategies for parents and carers to support their child or young person
Find out more »Therapeutic approaches to support in the classroom
A live webinar for SENCOs and teaching professionals, covering the PACE approach and how can it help the young people you work with
Find out more »Autism: Strategies for managing anxiety
How anxiety presents in children & young people, why it often co-occurs with neurodevelopmental conditions, and support strategies
Find out more »November 2022
Understanding ADHD and Addictive Behaviour
Live webinar exploring how some of the common difficulties around ADHD, including executive functions, could lead to developing addictive traits
Find out more »Supporting the SENCO: Understanding Dyspraxia
A live webinar for teaching and SEN professionals focusing on developing your understanding of dyspraxia, with practical strategies
Find out more »Neurodiversity Conference: a pathway to positive behaviour
Neurodiversity experts bring you a one-day virtual conference offering practical, informative and empowering advice for parents and carers
Find out more »December 2022
Live webinar:
Autism & Boys
Live webinar with practical advice for parents and carers, dispelling myths and looking at ideas and strategies
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ADHD & Autism:
Managing Sibling Relationships
Live webinar on sibling relationships with ADHD and autism, with advice for parents of a neurodiverse child or young person
Find out more »January 2023
Is your child’s anxiety about school affecting the family?
Our team will take you through five practical strategies to help you support your child with their anxiety around school.
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Neurodiversity:
Building Self-Esteem
Free webinar: how self-esteem develops among the neurodiverse population, and why an understanding of it can be so important
Find out more »SENCo: Helping neurodiverse children engage with school
Free webinar for SENCos and teaching professionals: strategies for leading a neurodiverse-friendly classroom
Find out more »Autism Learns: Understanding Sensory Processing & Autism
From the organisers of The Autism Show, this online learning series explores sensory differences experienced by autistic children and adults
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EHCPs:
Explained
Free webinar: what an Education, Health and Care Plan is and how you can begin to request one for your child or young person
Find out more »February 2023
Autism Learns: Managing Anxiety & Mental Health
From organisers of The Autism Show, this online learning series provides skills for maintaining good mental health in autistic children & young adults
Find out more »March 2023
Autism Learns: Supporting Girls on the Spectrum
From the organisers of The Autism Show, this online learning series looks at how we can better identify and provide support for autistic girls
Find out more »April 2023
Supporting parents and carers: neurodiversity and your family
Join us for a webinar focusing on how neurodiversity can affect your home environment, lifestyle and family relationships
Find out more »May 2023
Sensory support strategies in the classroom
Live webinar for SENCOs and teaching professionals, exploring different techniques for sensory support in the classroom
Find out more »Supporting parents and carers: shutdowns and refusals
The second part of our series hosted by Anne-Marie Harrison, exploring signs of distress and offering tips for healthy responses to shutdowns
Find out more »July 2023
Virtual Neurodiversity Conference
Four expert-led presentations sharing advice and expertise, celebrating our neurodiverse children, and empowering them
Find out more »Autism: Thinking Skills & Problem Solving
Annie Etherington, Consultant and Autism Tutor, offers advice for parents and carers of children 5-16 on the autism spectrum
Find out more »October 2023
Autism Champions plus Learning Disabilities
The Champions course supports organisations in working towards fulfilling the Autism Strategy aims in England and offers best practice suggestions.
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Autism Saturday
Morning Support
Saturday morning support online sessions facilitated by autistic speaker, consultant, trainer and author Paul Isaacs.
Find out more »Autism: Culturally Censored with Venessa Bobb
Presentation of Venessa Bobb’s lived experiences as a black autistic parent of autistic young adults and of advocating for others.
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Webinar:
What Is Autism?
Anne-Marie Harrison, Education Director from Ideas Afresh Ltd, presents a live webinar, “What Is Autism?”, drawing on 35 years of experience
Find out more »November 2023
Webinar: Celebrations & Sensory Processing
Occupational therapists unpack how children with sensory processing difficulties can be affected during events and special occasions
Find out more »ADHD & Autism: The Steps To Getting A Diagnosis
Live webinar exploring tips and strategies for supporting your child in getting their autism or ADHD diagnosis.
Find out more »Virtual SEN Conference: The Future Of Our Children
Experts in neurodiversity will share practical advice, effective strategies and valuable support to help your child thrive in an evolving world.
Find out more »December 2023
Portland College Virtual Open Day – December
Portland College, Nottinghamshire, are thrilled to be able to announce their next Further Education Virtual Open Day.
Find out more »Seasonal Support: Self-Regulation Strategies
Free live webinar exploring practical ways to support your young person with self-regulation strategies this Christmas.
Find out more »January 2024
Autism: Developing Communication Skills
Anne-Marie Harrison will present a free webinar for parents & carers on how to develop your autistic child's communication skills
Find out more »Strategies To Support Students With ADHD
Free webinar for teaching professionals exploring how to support ADHD learners in school with proven strategies, tips and advice
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Free virtual session:
SEN, Phonics & Writing
Free session for parents & carers on supporting your child with special education needs in learning to write, using a phonics-based approach
Find out more »February 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »Why do accusations of FII happen?
Fabricated or Induced Illness is a grave social injustice for parents of children with hidden disabilities. Autistic parents are particularly at risk
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »March 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »Online Autistic Elders Meet Up 50+
Online meetup for autistic adults over 50, with Cos Michael, autistic speaker, consultant and trainer. This session focuses on sensory issues
Find out more »Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »April 2024
Evening Autism Wellbeing Group 18+ with Paul Isaacs
Informal online evening meet-up for autistic people, hosted by Paul Isaacs, with short presentations on a range of different topics
Find out more »