Workshops
Click here for information about our range of workshops
If you belong to a support group and would like us to facilitate a bespoke workshop for the group, please contact us to discuss: iask@kent.gov.uk or 03000 412 412
About the virtual workshops:
These are on-line session where you can see the trainer and a power point presentation. You can ask questions, type in the chat box, or you can just simply watch and learn if that’s your preference.
It is simple to join from a smart-phone/tablet (you will need to download an App for this) or a computer. Full details of how to access the course will be sent to you the day before. Please let us know if you have any access requirements.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) support in early years settings, mainstream schools and colleges
Thursday 26th March 2026
Virtual workshop
10:30am - 12pm
Based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice you will gain knowledge and understanding of:
- The definition of Special Educational Needs Support
- The ‘graduated approach’ to supporting children and young people with SEN
- The term ‘reasonable adjustments’
- The term ‘best endeavours’
Who can attend:
- Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND)
- Children and Young people with SEND (diagnosed or undiagnosed)
- Practitioners working with families of children with SEND
SEN Support in the Early Years and Transition to Reception Year
Wednesday 6th May 2026
Virtual workshop
10:30am – 12pm
The workshop will include the following (based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice):
Aims:
- for parents/carers and practitioners to gain an understanding of what is meant by SEN Support in mainstream settings
- to understand the transition process to reception class
Objectives:
- to gain knowledge about the Graduated Approach, reasonable adjustments and best endeavours
- to understand how to apply for a school place
- to know where to get further information
Who can attend:
- Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND) in the early years (up to the first term of reception).
- Practitioners working with families of children with SEND
How to book your place:
Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.
In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.
Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.
SEN Support in the Early Years and Transition to Reception Year
Wednesday 13th May 2026
Virtual workshop
6:30pm – 8pm
The workshop will include the following (based on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice):
Aims:
- for parents/carers and practitioners to gain an understanding of what is meant by SEN Support in mainstream settings
- to understand the transition process to reception class
Objectives:
- to gain knowledge about the Graduated Approach, reasonable adjustments and best endeavours
- to understand how to apply for a school place
- to know where to get further information
Who can attend:
- Parents/carers of a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND) in the early years (up to the first term of reception).
- Practitioners working with families of children with SEND
How to book your place:
Please use the ‘Book Online’ button below to select and book the date you wish to attend on Eventbrite.
In line with General Data Protection Regulations, your details will only be stored until the day of the session.
Please note: Booking’s will close 2 hours prior to the session.