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Support for Children
On this page you will find information about local activities and other services available to support your child with SEND.
What is Autism?
Free online event for children
When: Tuesday 19th January at 1pm
A 45-minute session designed for children to find out more about autism, hosted by the Multi-schools Council. The session includes an overview of autism, a quiz, a chance to ask questions and the promotion of kindness. To access the session use the links below;
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85385362138...
Meeting ID: 853 8536 2138
Passcode: 994121
What is ADHD?
Free online event for children
When: Tuesday 19th January at 2pm
A 45-minute session designed for children all about understanding ADHD. The session will include an overview of ADHD, a quiz, the chance to ask questions and the promotion of kindness. To access the session please use the link below;
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83564855397...
Meeting ID: 835 6485 5397
Passcode: 364277
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Activities available include: Yoga Grovettes: for girls between the ages of 8-12 with SEND Drama Club: for boys between the ages of 8-12 with SEND SNAPtastic: a group for families with children in Primary School who have SEND and their siblings Stay 'n' Play: for families with children in Primary School who have SEND and their siblings Sensorise: for families with children with complex SEND needs and their siblings
Parent Yoga and Coffee Mornings (grandparents are also welcome) For younger siblings who may have their own SEND activities include: SNAP on a Monday Therapeutic Thursdays Music Therapy Diddlies Holiday Sessions Mini-Sensorise |
Counselling for Children
Support for Young Carers
Speech and Language Therapy Communication Stations
Provide Speech and Language Therapy Team have introduced 'Communication Stations' across Mid Essex. These are drop-in sessions for parents and children aged 2-5 who have concerns around their Pre-School child's speech, language and communication.
A qualified speech and language therapist will listen to concerns, assess your child and give advice. See the poster above for dates and locations in 2020. You can also visit their website for further information:
Teach Your Monster to Read app
Teach Your Monster to Read has been approved by the Department for Education! The Hungry Little Minds Campaign is part of the UK government's drive to help parents make informed choices about the use of technology in creating a positive learning environment.
There are no subscriptions or in-app purchases.
Families In Focus - updates and events
SEND Activities and Sessions
Fun days at Lambourne End for children with SEND
Dance 21 - Dance Group for children with Down Syndrome
Sport for Confidence
Essex County Football Association - for young people with any disability
Self-regulation Stratgies for children to use either in school or at home
ADHD Foundation
