During this practical short course, Pooky will walk you through a range of simple ideas to help you to support your child if they're being bullied .  None of these ideas require any existing knowledge or experience and they are all designed to feel easily doable.  You don’t have to do them all; pick one or two and see how you get on. This is one of a series of webinars commissioned by Resilient Rutland who are funded by the National Lottery.

This course looks at the physical benefits of exercise but also its impact on sleep and mood. We consider how much is enough; we don’t ask you to run a marathon tomorrow but think about how we can all move more every day.

This course has been designed specifically for parents and caregivers who’d like to gain inspiration for optimising playful opportunities with their children.  You will learn practical ideas for supporting your child’s curiosity and playfulness; helping you to cultivate play even in the most mundane of moments.  

Self regulation problems are seen when children experience meltdowns or behaviour tantrums at an age that exceeds the toddler stage of development. It is both acceptable and customary for toddlers to struggle to contain their emotions but this is a skill they master as they mature. During this course Cherryl will provide ten strategies and top tips that will help in the classroom. You might also be interested in Cherryl's introductory course which sets the scene: A Basic Introduction to Self Regulation Difficulties.

Self regulation problems are seen when children experience meltdowns or behaviour tantrums at an age that exceeds the toddler stage of development. As everyone knows it is normal for toddlers to struggle to contain their emotions but this is a skill they master as they mature. During this course Cherryl will explore the nature of these self regulation problems and she will also discuss what the causes might be. Cherryl will discuss how to spot a child who is struggling with self regulation and she will give some examples of self regulation.  You may also be interested Cherryl's follow up course: Self Regulation Difficulties: Ten Top Tips and Strategies.

Whether you’re a regular meditator or are new to Mindfulness, this course will provide you with some fun ideas for engaging children with mindful practices. Designed for both individual and group engagement, this course is perfect for teachers, parents, carers or anyone who works with or supports children.    

During this practical short course, Pooky will walk you through a range of simple ideas to help you to build a positive relationship with your child’s school.  None of these ideas require any existing knowledge or experience and they are all designed to feel easily doable.  You don’t have to do them all; pick one or two and see how you get on. This is one of a series of webinars commissioned by Resilient Rutland who are funded by the National Lottery.

This course, for all levels of professionals including those new to education and parents and carers aims to develop knowledge and confidence of how to use stories to boost all learner’s resilience and mental health, linked to importance of this for all learners, including those with SEND and more complex needs. Research indicates a link between the development of personal resilience and storytelling, this course will provide clarity, understanding and strategies to use in the school and home environment. Practical ideas, advice and ways forward are provided to make a difference now.

This course is tailored towards parents and guardians with a child who may have already received a diagnosis of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) or who may be suspecting this to be the case. This video will also be useful for parents and guardians experiencing some challenges around defiant behaviours.

During this practical short course, Pooky will walk you through a range of simple ideas to help you to better look after yourself if you have caring responsibilities – this of course applies to all parents and carers but the ideas will be especially pertinent to those caring for a child with special needs or disabilities.  None of these ideas require any existing knowledge or experience and they are all designed to feel easily doable.  You don’t have to do them all; pick one or two and see how you get on. This is one of a series of webinars commissioned by Resilient Rutland who are funded by the National Lottery.

Grief is inclusive - but is grief support inclusive? Are the emotional needs of all children being met? All humans experience grief, regardless of their age or abilities. Sadly, the needs of bereaved and grieving children with SEND are often overlooked and when children have limited verbal communication skills this tends to result in their grief being totally neglected. This course looks at: what grief is (it’s about much more than death), how to identify grief in children with PMLD, how these children express their grief and crucially how we can support bereaved and grieving children with PMLD.

This course will explore the benefits of regular water play and will enhance learning through exciting provision and rich questioning. This course is suitable for school support staff, nursery staff, childminders and teachers.

This is a past webinar. During this webinar, Child-Parent violence researcher Nikki Rutter will share her research to date on child to parent violence; including…

This course is for parents, carers and extended family members who want to learn creative and practical ways to playfully connect with their children. You will learn ideas and strategies for harnessing natural and spontaneous laughter, and discover how to create more opportunities for play, expression and connection.   

This is a recording of a past webinar, Beck Ferrari will talk about how you can use stories to support children struggling with anxiety.  She’ll…

This is a recording of a past webinar where Child & family Pastoral manager Alison Quinn, and Headteacher Jo Atherton will talk about their plans for supporting a successful start to school for children starting this September. They’ll share the steps they’ve taken to support children with special or additional needs as well as considering practical ideas for supporting a successful start for all children and families in this very strange year!

Self-harm is really not discussed enough within our society and it effects more young people than we might think. It can be anything from nail biting to hair pulling right through to some more serious actions. Within this session, we will take a look at some of the triggers, some of the signs to look for and have an open conversation about ways to support young people to break the cycle of self-harm. 

During this practical short course, Pooky will walk you through a range of simple ideas to help you to support your child when they’re preparing to start a new school .  None of these ideas require any existing knowledge or experience and they are all designed to feel easily doable.  You don’t have to do them all; pick one or two and see how you get on.   This is one of a series of webinars commissioned by Resilient Rutland who are funded by the National Lottery.

Sensory stories are a hidden gem in the world of special education. These beautifully captivating stories created using concise text and rich and relevant sensory experiences can be wonderful for those who need a sensory approach to education, but more than that they can further enrich education promoting engagement for all. Consider the lessons you remember from school. Did they have sensory elements that secured them in your memory? Are there certain sensations that remind you of times and places? For me the smell of hot water bottles reminds me of my Grandma’s house. In these insights we find in our own lives the power of sensation for story telling.

This is a playback of a past live webinar.  During this one-hour webinar, Gemma Fieldsend will help you recognise the early signs of eating disorders and take appropriate next steps including what to say, what not to say, how to know when professional help is needed and how to increase the likelihood of a successful referral.