Virtual Makaton Taster

08th February 2021

The Online Taster Session provides an introduction to Makaton and how it can support language and communication development. Participants will have an opportunity to learn a selection of 30 signs and symbols from the Makaton core vocabulary. It is aimed at those interested in finding out more about Makaton and who may be considering attending further training workshops. 

Date: 8 February 2021

Time: 1 - 2.30pm

Venue:  online via Zoom

Cost:  £7

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Bring It On 2021

01st February 2021

We are sure that everyone is glad to be bringing 2020 to a close and looking forward to a much better year in 2021.

We wanted to salute the resilience of our supporters & colleagues and inspire them to challenge the New Year to ‘Bring It On 2021’.

By choosing to fundraise for Seashell Trust in 2021 could help to inspire you to take on a challenge, complete that fundraising activity you’ve had in the back of your mind or help you to kick start that exercise target.

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Virtual Makaton Level 1 & 2

18th January 2021

Level 1: Monday 18 & Wednesday 20 January

Level 2: Monday 25 & Wednesday 27 January

Times: 9am - 1pm

Professionals £138, parent/carers £75

Makaton has transformed the lives of children and adults with a range of different communication difficulties. It’s designed to support spoken language – signs are used with speech, in spoken word order to help children and adults to communicate.  

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What to expect at school if your child has an Education Health & Care Plan

15th January 2021

Join us for a webinar for the parents of children with an Education, Health and Care Plan in a school setting. Topics include:

  • What to expect at an annual review
  • Funding and provision
  • Transitions from primary to secondary school and from secondary into post-16
  • Effective co-production
  • The Local authority role

Date: Friday 15 January 2021

Time: 10am to 12pm via Zoom

Facilitator: Elizabeth Murray, Spotlight Education Support

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Virtual Sign Communication

11th January 2021

Our virtual Sign Communication course uses voice and sign in English order. Sign Communication can be used with anyone who has additional communication needs.

Dates: Monday or Tuesday starting 11 & 12 January, running until Easter

Times: 9.30am, 10.40am, 11.50am, 1.15pm, 2.20pm, 4.40pm. Sessions are 1 hour slots via Zoom

Cost: £100 including assessment and booklet

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Signalong Course

07th January 2021

Signalong is a key word sign-supported communication system based on British sign language. Signalong is a total communication system and is used in spoken word order. It uses speech, sign, body language, facial expression and voice tone to reference the link between sign and word.

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Guinness World Record Chocolate making!

05th December 2020

Seashell Trust needs you!!

On Saturday 5th December, in partnership with Oli the Choc, we will attempt to set an official Guinness World Record for the most people making chocolate lollipops in an online hangout and you can be part of it!

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Intro to Supporting Children & Young People with FASD

02nd December 2020

This one day course is uniquely co-designed and co-delivered by specialists from the Seashell Trust Outreach Team and The National Organisation for FASD.

The course is for professionals across Health, Education and Social Care who want to improve their awareness of FASD.

Course content includes:

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Intro to Supporting Children & Young People with FASD

18th November 2020

This one day course is uniquely co-designed and co-delivered by specialists from the Seashell Trust Outreach Team and The National Organisation for FASD.

The course is for professionals across Health, Education and Social Care who want to improve their awareness of FASD.

Course content includes:

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Virtual Makaton Signing for Babies

16th November 2020

These virtual sessions are designed for you and your child to have fun and learn together, encourage development of communication and language skills in babies and toddlers.

You will learn approx. 100 signs and symbols using songs, games and activities.

Dates:

  • 16, 23 & 30 November
  • 7 & 14 December

Time: 10:30 - 11:30am via Zoom

Price: £50

To reserve a place, please contact outreach@seashelltrust.org.uk.

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Stockport SEND Week of Action

16th November 2020

We are delighted that Seashell will be running webinars as part of Stockport's SEND Week of Action. Seashell’s webinars are aimed at parents of under 5s with additional needs and parents of children and young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions, or wanting to find out more.

The full list of Seashell's webinars is as follows:

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Makaton Signing for Babies Taster

16 November, 1 - 2:30pm

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Intro to Supporting Children & Young People with FASD

12th November 2020

This one day course is uniquely co-designed and co-delivered by specialists from the Seashell Trust Outreach Team and The National Organisation for FASD.

The course is for professionals across Health, Education and Social Care who want to improve their awareness of FASD.

Course content includes:

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