Take a look at all the great things coming up for SEN in November and December!
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West Berkshire Parent Carer Forum Newsletter
Welcome to West Berkshire Parent Carer Forum's November/ December Newsletter! We hope you find it informative, and would love to hear what you think of it. Let us know Here
There's lots coming up for the festive season to keep us all busy, so do take a look!
If you would like to get in touch, either call me on
07860 942280
Or Email me at
fionaworby@roseroad.org.uk
I look forward to hearing from you, and hope you find the newsletter useful.
A disco for the families and friends of Happy Days and HD Gamers Den. It should be great fun. Nibbles, Soft drinks, raffle and a bar! Plus a disco and games table. Bring all the family.
Tickets need to be purchased via Eventbrite by 1st December To buy your tickets visit the link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/family-disco-happy-days-hd-gamers-den-tickets-37773706172
You must bring your tickets with you on the evening. This is for friends and families of Happy Days and HD Gamers Den which is a club for children with ASC, ADHD and deafness.
The group is for any child on the SEN Register who is in School Years 6 -13. We welcome all types of SEN, and have a great group of parent volunteers who run the group each week.
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The Youth Group is held in John of Gaunt Youth Club every Tuesday night (term time) from 6.30 - 8.30pm. There is a chill out room, X Box, Crafts and we all make full use of our outside area by playing dodge ball, having water fights, rounders and now there is Air Hockey!!
Entrance is £1.00 per child. There is also a tuck shop open where crisps, sweets and drinks can be purchased.
Would you like to help? We are looking for new volunteers to join us to help run the club, it doesn't have to be every week, but any help you can give would be greatly appreciated. Just drop in or contact us on Facebook if you would like to know more:)
Our last Youth Group of 2017 is on Tuesday 19th December
Join our Facebook Group to find out what's on each week, and for more information about volunteering. Click HERE to be taken straight to the FB Page
Is for those who have autism spectrum conditions, their siblings, their All of our youth theatre activities at the Watermhttp://www.watermill.org/ad_libill are autism friendly. AD-Lib is especially for young people aged 9-16, their siblings, their friends and their friends -to-be.
Who is it for?
Whether you have a diagnosis of autism, are waiting for one, or are keen to play alongside someone who sees the world differently, you are welcome.
How will it work?
Using drama and theatre games, you'll build your communication and social skills, make new friends, and have plenty of fun.
Where and when will it happen?
Sessions are at Swings and Smiles in Thatcham on Thursdays, 7pm until 8.30pm.
What next?
For more information, including a Visual Story about Ad Lib, and to book your place, call Lixi on 01635 570918 or visit www.watermill.org.uk/ad_lib
The Watermill Theatre is generously supported by Arts council England, West Berkshire Council, and other committed sponsors.
(Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service)
What we do
The Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Information, Advice and Support (IAS) Service for West Berkshire provides:
free and confidential service, provided independently from education, health and care providers
Impartial information, advice and support relating to special educational needs and disability (SEND)
Advice and support from independently trained Information, Advice and Support (IAS) Service staff
Support through the statutory processes relating to Statements of Special Educational Needs and the new Education Health and Care (EHC) needs assessment and planning
Information and practical support to find the answers to your questions in relation to education, social care and health services
Who we can help
We can provide information, advice and support to:
Parents or carers of a child or young person (aged 0-25) with a disability and/or special educational needs
Parents or carers who are worried that their child or young person may have a disability or special educational needs;
If your child has questions, we can help them too
Young people aged 16-25 who have a disability and/or special educational needs
Our service is for people who live in West Berkshire. If you don’t live in West Berkshire, but need support, we can put you in touch with your local IAS Service.
How we can help
We aim to provide you with help that is right for you. We can help by
Listening to your views and concerns
Helping you feel more confident to express your views
Explaining your options, rights and responsibilities
Help in preparing for meetings and/or attending meetings with you;
Answering your questions about Statements of Special Educational Needs and Educational Health and Care (EHC) Plans;
Supporting you through a needs assessment or review
Support to resolve disagreements
Developing networks and links locally to provide solutions to your individual queries
Monthly Openings:
Wednesday 6pm – 8pm
Over 9s group
(the 3rd Wednesday of the month)
Friday 9.30am – 11am
(the 1st Friday of the month)
Friday 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Over 9s group
(the 1st Friday of the month)
SIBS Groups:
Friday 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Year 6s and over
(the 2nd Friday of the month)
Saturday 10am – Midday
All welcome
(the 3rd Saturday of the month)
Come and create your very own lantern for the Lantern Procession.
Work with professional Lantern-makers to create a traditional pyramid Lantern out of willow and paper, to carry in our Festival of Light procession!
We had around 250 people join us for these workshops last year, and we'd love to see more! These workshops are a great chance to get really involved in one of our biggest annual events, so come along and join in with the creative fun. You'll also receive an invitation to the Parade and instructions on how to further decorate your Lantern at home if you would like.
Lanterns take between 1 and 2 hours to make, and we ask that you are able to take your Lantern away with you at the end of the workshop as we are unable to store them. Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult, and it is recommended that you dress for mess.
Dates and Times:
Sat 25 Nov, 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm | The Waterside Centre, Newbury
Sat 2 Dec, 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm | 101 Outdoor Arts Creation Space, Greenham Business Park
Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult, and bring an old t-shirt as you may get messy!
Do you work with children, young people, parents/carers and famililes? If you are working a a public facing role across Reading, Wokingham, or West Berkshire, this FREE session will benefit you.
“Troublesome or Troubled?”
What do Serious Case Reviews tell us about how children’s behaviour is viewed?
How do we implement learning into practice improvement?
Tuesday 28th November 2017 12pm to 2pm
Council Chambers, Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury RG14 5LD
The West of Berkshire LSCB Forum is open to everyone whose service works with the children, young people, parents/carers and families. If you are working in a public facing role across Reading, Wokingham or West Berkshire you will almost certainly benefit from attending this FREE session.
The West of Berkshire LSCB Forum is an opportunity to gain information about local & national learning, current initiatives, network and share good practice or concerns. Meeting quarterly, each session will start with a presentation/ learning opportunity followed by a more informal discussion.
