Available Courses

We are delighted to be able to offer a training programme for the Summer term 2024, delivered via Teams or in person.

Wherever possible we ask that you use our online booking system (https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/downrightspecial) to reserve places as this helps enormously with our admin time and costs.

Contact us for rates if you are booking for more than 8 people from one setting or would like to arrange INSET training.

If you have any questions about our training then email training@downrightspecial.co.uk, or call us on 01482 420160.

When booking the online events you will need the email address for each attendee so that they can be sent joining details before the event.

 

Downright Special Training Summer Term 2024

 

Promoting Social, Emotional and Mental Health and Wellbeing in pupils with Down syndrome - Teams online course

Thursday 16th May 2024 (3:45pm-5:45pm)

Supporting and promoting the social, emotional, and mental health and wellbeing of pupils with Down syndrome is vital for equipping these pupils with the tools to navigate life’s challenges and to fulfil their true potential.

This training aims:

  • To explore the concepts of mental, social and emotional health and wellbeing and the implications for pupils with Down syndrome
  • To look at practical strategies and interventions to support social and emotional well being in pupils with Down syndrome

This training is suitable for children in EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4.

Cost: £40.00 per person

Book here:   https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/downrightspecial/t-lnaygrd

You will receive your meeting log-in details with your booking confirmation.

 

Preparing for Successful Transition

Wednesday 5th June 2024 (3:30pm-4:30pm)

Planning early for transition facilitates effective liaison and better inclusion.

This training aims to:

  • Explore the key considerations for transition
  • Facilitate the opportunity to draw up a personalised transition plan for the child you are working with

Cost: £20.00 per person

Book here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/downrightspecial/t-vvkladn

You will receive your meeting log-in details with your booking confirmation.

 

Introduction to working with children with Down syndrome FS1 - KS1 

Thursday 27th June 2024 (3:45pm-5:45pm)

Training for all those involved in educating a child with Down syndrome - FS1-KS1

  • Educating children with Down syndrome can present us with unfamiliar challenges.
  • How exactly do we provide the right type of curriculum with appropriate levels of expectation?
  • What does good practice look like? What are the keys to unlocking a child’s learning potential?

This training will cover key facts about the multifaceted nature of Down syndrome and an in-depth exploration of the learning profile for Down syndrome and its implications for classroom practice. We would recommend that teachers and teaching assistants attend the course together as the session covers issues of both classroom and one to one practice. SENCOs are also invited to attend.

You will receive your meeting login details with your booking confirmation.

Cost: £40.00 per professional/staff member

Cost: £10.00 per parent/carer/family member

Book here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/downrightspecial/t-zzjemax

You will receive your meeting log-in details with your booking confirmation.

 

Introduction to working with children with Down syndrome KS2-KS4

Wednesday 3rd July 2024 (3:45pm-5:45pm)

Training for all those involved in educating a child with Down syndrome - KS2-KS4

  • Educating children with Down syndrome can present us with unfamiliar challenges.
  • How exactly do we provide the right type of curriculum with appropriate levels of expectation?
  • What does good practice look like? What are the keys to unlocking a child’s learning potential?

This training will cover key facts about the multifaceted nature of Down syndrome and an in-depth exploration of the learning profile for Down syndrome and its implications for classroom practice. We would recommend that teachers and teaching assistants attend the course together as the session covers issues of both classroom and one to one practice. SENCOs are also invited to attend.

You will receive your meeting login details with your booking confirmation

Cost: £40.00 per professional/staff member

Cost: £10.00 per parent/carer/family member

Book here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/downrightspecial/t-eargdyd

You will receive your meeting log-in details with your booking confirmation.

 

Occupational Therapy and Sensory Processing Webinars for Downright Special Families

 

We are pleased to be able to offer our parents and/or carers the following webinars, to be delivered online via Teams. Whilst we have managed to secure some funding to enable us to provide these sessions, we will also require a nominal contribution of £10 per family to cover the remaining costs. To ensure that everyone has the opportunity to ask questions, each session has a maximum capacity of 20 spaces, which can be secured via the TicketSource link below.

Sensory processing and occupational therapy for children with Down syndrome

Wednesday 2nd October 2024 (7:00pm-9:00pm)

Lizzie Huxford, senior occupational therapist and clinical director at ‘OT4me’ in York, will discuss what is sensory processing and sensory awareness, how they can impact our children, and how occupational therapy and sensory integration can help.

There will be an opportunity for questions at the end of the session, but please note that Lizzie can only give generalised advice and guidance.

TicketSource link: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/downrightspecial/t-yakleoe

Down Syndrome Awareness Week March 2024

Down Syndrome Awareness Week took place this year from the 18th of March to the 24th. This year's theme is "End the Stereotypes". Click here to find out more.

 

From Twitter

Friday Sessions

We're delighted to announce that our Winter sessions will continue to be face to face. We have the following dates to share.

April

12th

19th 26th

May

3rd

10th 17th 24th

Note half term on Friday 31st, so no session on this date.

June

7th

14th 21st 28th

July

5th

12th

 

Can't attend a session?

Please let us know if you cannot attend a session - either contact your group leader direct, or contact the office on 01482 420160 or office@downrightspecial.co.uk

Friday Visitors

We regularly have visitors to our Friday sessions, whether they be healthcare professionals, friends from the community or old faces returning to have a catch up with us.