SEND Support For Families
Course Summary
Course Code: EFL2B70Y24
Start Date: Tuesday 03 June 2025
Start Time and Lesson Duration: 12:30 for 02:00 hours
Duration: 6 lessons over 6 week(s)
Location: ACL Colchester
Fee: Free Help
Description
A group of parents and carers of SEN children to come together to look into a different topic each week, and exchange experiences, views, and advice.
What s this course about?
An opportunity to discuss with tutors and peers about how challenging parenting a SEND child can be. During this adults only course, you will receive practical tips and advice on how to make family life just that little bit easier.
Who is the course for?
This course is for parents/carers and grandparents of school aged children living in Essex who has (or is looking after) a child with SEND (your child does not need to have been identified as having a SEND need, or going through the assessment process)
What can I expect to learn?
This is a workshop designed to support you with practical tips and straregies on parenting your child. Boundaries have to be firmer with a SEND child and this is a challenge. You will also be able to meet parents who are in a smiliar position as yourself.
How will I learn?
The session will be facilitated by the tutor in an informal and relaxed environment.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will be given tutor feedback at the end of each task. The tutor will work with you to help you to think about your progress and decide on the next course which is right for you.
Will I have to do any work at home ?
Just Yourself
What will I need to provide?
Paper and pad
Are there any other costs?
There are no extra costs associated with this course
What can I do next?
When you finish this workshop we will provide you with details about what programmes you can move on to next.
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact ACLFamilyLearning@essex.gov.uk
Location
ACL Colchester
Barrack Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 2LR