This programme will focus on support for pre-school children with Special Educational Needs. This training will consist of three sessions suitable for all staff working in preschool settings.

• Session 1

  The Environment

  Explores the importance and the need for an Inclusive Environment for all children particularly those with additional needs and impact of the Environment on children's learning, it also highlights the importance of role of the adult providing visual communication strategies to support children understand the daily routine and engage best in their environment. 

• Session 2

  Working in Partnership with Parents

  This session explores the importance of working in partnership with parents and carers, practical strategies in which parents can be supported through the process of early identification regarding feelings, fears and anxieties, including signposting and support from other agencies.

• Session 3

  The SEN framework and Code Of Practice

  Focuses on the updated SEN Framework which explores strategies to support additional needs and identification, including the statementing and assessment process, the development of Personal Learning Plans focused on children’s strengths and areas for support, and practical support strategies to bring about improvement.