- Step 1: Click the ‘Read More and Book’ text under each talk title
- Step 2: Add to basket (only one per time slot)
- Step 3: Move on to next time slot and repeat step 1 & 2
- Make sure you’ve only booked ONE ticket per time slot and that you purchased a venue entry ticket from the previous page here
March 3rd | 10:00-11:00
March 3rd | 11:15-12:15
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Authentic school engagement with parents and families | Laura Page
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Laura Page is the founder of Schools Supported, providing specialist consultancy and training in special educational needs and safeguarding.
In this session, Laura will discuss the importance of innovative practices and utilising the expertise of parents and families, especially given the scarcity of resources in the sector. She will explore how effective meetings and communication can contribute to professional development and why they matter for all children.
The session will delve into topics such as intersecting identities, cultural sensitivities, the unintentional messages schools communicate, common mistakes, understanding each other, and asking meaningful questions. There will also be a chance for Q&A.
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Authentic school engagement with parents and families | Laura Page
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Laura Page is the founder of Schools Supported, providing specialist consultancy and training in special educational needs and safeguarding.
In this session, Laura will discuss the importance of innovative practices and utilising the expertise of parents and families, especially given the scarcity of resources in the sector. She will explore how effective meetings and communication can contribute to professional development and why they matter for all children.
The session will delve into topics such as intersecting identities, cultural sensitivities, the unintentional messages schools communicate, common mistakes, understanding each other, and asking meaningful questions. There will also be a chance for Q&A.
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Supporting Families and Schools: Early Help in Social Care | Bristol City Council
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Join Bristol City Council, Social Care Hub, for an informative session on Early Help in Social Care, designed for both families and schools.
We'll explore how early support can make a difference in addressing challenges and how local services can work together to help children and families thrive.
This session will provide practical information and guidance to ensure you know how to access the support you need when it matters most.
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Supporting Families and Schools: Early Help in Social Care | Bristol City Council
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Join Bristol City Council, Social Care Hub, for an informative session on Early Help in Social Care, designed for both families and schools.
We'll explore how early support can make a difference in addressing challenges and how local services can work together to help children and families thrive.
This session will provide practical information and guidance to ensure you know how to access the support you need when it matters most.
March 3rd | 12:30-13:30
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Introduction to Autism and Eating Difficulties | Neurodiverse Training
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Join Loren Snow, an autism consultant and trainer, for an overview of why autistic individuals may face challenges with eating.
Loren will cover sensory, emotional, and practical factors affecting food preferences and mealtimes, offering insights and strategies to create positive eating experiences.
This session is perfect for educators, parents, and carers seeking a better understanding of autism and eating.
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Introduction to Autism and Eating Difficulties | Neurodiverse Training
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Join Loren Snow, an autism consultant and trainer, for an overview of why autistic individuals may face challenges with eating.
Loren will cover sensory, emotional, and practical factors affecting food preferences and mealtimes, offering insights and strategies to create positive eating experiences.
This session is perfect for educators, parents, and carers seeking a better understanding of autism and eating.
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Speech and Language 1:1 advice | Sirona Care and Health
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Join Sirona’s Speech and Language Therapy team for a 1:1 session to ask any questions about speech and language development.
Whether you have concerns about your child’s communication skills or language delay, or need strategies to support their progress, this session provides tailored advice, guidance, and practical tips specific to your family's needs.
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Speech and Language 1:1 advice | Sirona Care and Health
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Join Sirona’s Speech and Language Therapy team for a 1:1 session to ask any questions about speech and language development.
Whether you have concerns about your child’s communication skills or language delay, or need strategies to support their progress, this session provides tailored advice, guidance, and practical tips specific to your family's needs.
March 3rd | 13:45-14:45
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Emotionally Based School Avoidance and Neurodivergent Children and Young People | Bristol City Council – Bristol Autism Team and Educational Psychology Service
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This session offers an overview of the Department for Education funded project Pathways to Short Breaks, alongside an in-depth exploration of key insights and strategies.
The tips and strategies shared will be helpful for families and schools supporting neurodivergent children and young people who are experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). Many of the strategies will apply to children and young people who are also not neurodivergent.
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Emotionally Based School Avoidance and Neurodivergent Children and Young People | Bristol City Council – Bristol Autism Team and Educational Psychology Service
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This session offers an overview of the Department for Education funded project Pathways to Short Breaks, alongside an in-depth exploration of key insights and strategies.
The tips and strategies shared will be helpful for families and schools supporting neurodivergent children and young people who are experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). Many of the strategies will apply to children and young people who are also not neurodivergent.
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Education, Health and Care Plan Appeals | Kevin McManamon
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Join Kevin McManamon, a Partner at Geldards, who specialises in Education Law and Mental Capacity Law.
With extensive experience advising families, Kevin provides expert guidance on navigating the complexities of legal issues in education and supporting individuals with decision-making challenges.
This session is ideal for those seeking to better understand the Education, Health and Care Plan appeals process. There will also be time for Q and A.
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Education, Health and Care Plan Appeals | Kevin McManamon
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Join Kevin McManamon, a Partner at Geldards, who specialises in Education Law and Mental Capacity Law.
With extensive experience advising families, Kevin provides expert guidance on navigating the complexities of legal issues in education and supporting individuals with decision-making challenges.
This session is ideal for those seeking to better understand the Education, Health and Care Plan appeals process. There will also be time for Q and A.
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Specific Learning Difficulties | Neuroteachers Ltd
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Catrina Lowri is an experienced special needs teacher and SENDCo who has worked in both mainstream and specialist settings. She is passionate about neurodiversity in schools and neuroinclusion.
This session will provide a clear introduction to Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) including dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia.
We’ll explore common challenges faced by children and young people with SpLD, effective strategies for support at home and in educational settings, and practical tips for promoting strengths and confidence.
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Specific Learning Difficulties | Neuroteachers Ltd
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Catrina Lowri is an experienced special needs teacher and SENDCo who has worked in both mainstream and specialist settings. She is passionate about neurodiversity in schools and neuroinclusion.
This session will provide a clear introduction to Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) including dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia.
We’ll explore common challenges faced by children and young people with SpLD, effective strategies for support at home and in educational settings, and practical tips for promoting strengths and confidence.
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Occupational Therapy 1:1 advice | Sirona Care and Health
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Join Sirona’s Occupational Therapy team for a 1:1 session to ask any questions about your child’s physical and sensory developmental needs.
Whether you’re seeking support with fine or gross motor skills, sensory processing challenges, or everyday activities like dressing and feeding, this session offers tailored advice, practical strategies and guidance to help your child thrive.
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Occupational Therapy 1:1 advice | Sirona Care and Health
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Join Sirona’s Occupational Therapy team for a 1:1 session to ask any questions about your child’s physical and sensory developmental needs.
Whether you’re seeking support with fine or gross motor skills, sensory processing challenges, or everyday activities like dressing and feeding, this session offers tailored advice, practical strategies and guidance to help your child thrive.
March 3rd | 15:00-16:00
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The SEND and Inclusion Strategy | What it means for your school, your family or your service
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Come and join us to learn about the SEND Strategy and how it will help families, schools and services over the next 3 years in Bristol.
In this 60-minute session, we will talk about how the strategy was created and why it is important. We will also discuss how Bristol City Council, local health services, school leaders, and Bristol Parent Carers plan to deliver the actions in the strategy.
We will also spend 25 minutes in an interactive session exploring your priorities in relation to the strategy and what these actions could look like for your family, your setting, or your workplace.
This is a great opportunity for families, schools, health, and social care staff to work together and ensure we’re all on the same page in supporting children with SEND in Bristol through the strategy.
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The SEND and Inclusion Strategy | What it means for your school, your family or your service
Add to basketFor all
Come and join us to learn about the SEND Strategy and how it will help families, schools and services over the next 3 years in Bristol.
In this 60-minute session, we will talk about how the strategy was created and why it is important. We will also discuss how Bristol City Council, local health services, school leaders, and Bristol Parent Carers plan to deliver the actions in the strategy.
We will also spend 25 minutes in an interactive session exploring your priorities in relation to the strategy and what these actions could look like for your family, your setting, or your workplace.
This is a great opportunity for families, schools, health, and social care staff to work together and ensure we’re all on the same page in supporting children with SEND in Bristol through the strategy.
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Hearing the child’s voice at the heart of SEMH intervention | Hamish and Milo
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SEMH =social, emotional and mental health
With children’s mental health at a critical level, hearing the child’s voice and their experience of the world is vital for them to feel safe and able to develop the essential social and emotional skills for life and learning.
How do we then create the right environment, ensure relational practice, and a culture and approach that gives children opportunity to express their experiences and feelings whilst actively gaining the skills they need to navigate the world around them?
The session will highlight how to:
- Prioritise social and emotional literacy to increase emotional regulation and engagement in learning
- Unlock the child’s voice with specific strategies
- Create the right environment and approach to ensure the child’s voice is heard
- Measure impact, identify patterns and plan for provision and intervention
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Hearing the child’s voice at the heart of SEMH intervention | Hamish and Milo
Add to basketFor all
SEMH =social, emotional and mental health
With children’s mental health at a critical level, hearing the child’s voice and their experience of the world is vital for them to feel safe and able to develop the essential social and emotional skills for life and learning.
How do we then create the right environment, ensure relational practice, and a culture and approach that gives children opportunity to express their experiences and feelings whilst actively gaining the skills they need to navigate the world around them?
The session will highlight how to:
- Prioritise social and emotional literacy to increase emotional regulation and engagement in learning
- Unlock the child’s voice with specific strategies
- Create the right environment and approach to ensure the child’s voice is heard
- Measure impact, identify patterns and plan for provision and intervention
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What is co-production, why is it important, and how to do it | Bristol Parent Carers
Add to basketEducation, health or social care staff. (Families are welcome but it may not be entirely relevant.)
Join us for a session where we’ll explore what "co-production" means and why it’s so important for supporting children and young people with SEND.
We’ll discuss how education, health, and social care services can work together with families to create better outcomes and how best to engage with Bristol Parent Carers.
This event is aimed at professionals working in SEND services, but families are welcome to join and share their thoughts. It’s a great chance to learn more about the power of working together as a team.
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What is co-production, why is it important, and how to do it | Bristol Parent Carers
Add to basketEducation, health or social care staff. (Families are welcome but it may not be entirely relevant.)
Join us for a session where we’ll explore what "co-production" means and why it’s so important for supporting children and young people with SEND.
We’ll discuss how education, health, and social care services can work together with families to create better outcomes and how best to engage with Bristol Parent Carers.
This event is aimed at professionals working in SEND services, but families are welcome to join and share their thoughts. It’s a great chance to learn more about the power of working together as a team.