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For participants to have a greater understanding of the different practical strategies that can be used to support students who have speech, language and communication needs in Key Stage 1

For staff to develop an awareness of attachment theory and feel confident in using therapeutic play approaches to support the emotional and social well-being of vulnerable children

The making sense of autism training will give you a better understanding and awareness of autism and the way it affects pupils in school. This session is charged at £32 + VAT for MAST subscribed schools, non-MAST price on request.

This training highlights some of the research on ACEs and focuses on practical strategies and adaptations that reflect a trauma informed approach to school support.

We are offering a network group for problem-solving, ways forward, ideas and inspiration led by experienced MAST Family Learning Mentors and a Senior EP.

In this session, we will explore the reasons why children and young people may develop ESBA behaviours and the ways in which schools can support the attendance and emotional wellbeing of these pupils. We will consider both the psychological theory associated with ESBA as well as practical approaches and strategies. There will be a particular focus on early identification and prevention, whole-school systems, and a graduated approach.

For staff to have a deeper understanding of Shame, how it presents itself and impacts on young people. To also develop an awareness and understanding on practical and relational strategies on how to support children and young people to recover from experiences of it.

This Good Autism Practice training has been designed to support all practitioners working directly with pupils on the autism spectrum to develop their practice. This is a chargeable session at a cost of £84 + VAT per person(for MAST subscribed schools). External bookings would come with a cost of £210 + VAT.

Staff to feel supported in their work and confident in their ability to adapt their delivery of interventions to meet the specific needs of individual children and young people with social and emotional difficulties. Staff to feel able to overcome challenges that they face in their work through engaging in collaborative problem-solving.

To have a greater understanding of the theory underpinning both Makaton and Cued Articulation and will feel confident to implement ideas back in their settings. Please note this is not actual Makaton Signing Training.