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Education Support Officers (ESO)

EY Central Team

Aim: To strengthen the capacity of early years providers and partner services, to anticipate and meet learners’ needs and to support families

We work in:

• City of Edinburgh School Nursery classes

• City of Edinburgh Nursery Schools

• Early Years Centres

• Partner Provider Nurseries

The Early Years Team work within a multi-disciplinary model and use the SCERTS Framework to:

• Observe

• Assess

• Plan

• Advise

• Model

• Support

• Evaluate and review

Support for each child and setting is 'needs-led' and not diagnosis dependent.

Early Years Team staff can be included in Child Planning Meeting (CPM) invitations as part of the team around the young person.

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Multisensory Learning Resources - Books and Stories

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Multisensory Learning Resources - Books and Stories

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From the Scottish Book Trust

Sensory Storytelling project for schools

Links to Multisensory Learning Resources about:

sensory stories

tactile books

Braille books

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Parent Workshop- Gestalt Language Processing

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Online workshop: Wednesday May 7th 10am – 11.30am

Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)

Provided by –
NHS Lothian – Speech and Language Therapy

Who is it for?
Parents/carers who want to learn more about Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)

What we offer

An online workshop where you can learn more about Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) and how to help children with practical supports and strategies.

Children who tune into the intonation/melody of language and start communicating by using whole memorised phrases that they have heard can be described as gestalt language processors, rather than analytic (“typical”) language processors. Their language development follows a different path and therefore needs a different approach.

Your child might be a Gestalt Language Processor if they:

· Have a strong interest in music or songs
· sing songs without using the words
· Use chunks of language they have heard before. This could be a phrase they often hear, from a programme, film, story or favourite nursery rhyme or song.
· Use long strings of sounds tunefully, almost like they are using their “own” language.
· Show more interest when you use playful melody.
· Are stuck using a bank of single words.
· Replay parts of tv programmes or songs.

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Parent Workshop- Gestalt Language Processing

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Parent Workshop- Gestalt Language Processing

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Book online

Online workshop: Wednesday May 7th 10am – 11.30am

Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)

Provided by –
NHS Lothian – Speech and Language Therapy

Who is it for?
Parents/carers who want to learn more about Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)

What we offer

An online workshop where you can learn more about Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) and how to help children with practical supports and strategies.

Children who tune into the intonation/melody of language and start communicating by using whole memorised phrases that they have heard can be described as gestalt language processors, rather than analytic (“typical”) language processors. Their language development follows a different path and therefore needs a different approach.

Your child might be a Gestalt Language Processor if they:

· Have a strong interest in music or songs
· sing songs without using the words
· Use chunks of language they have heard before. This could be a phrase they often hear, from a programme, film, story or favourite nursery rhyme or song.
· Use long strings of sounds tunefully, almost like they are using their “own” language.
· Show more interest when you use playful melody.
· Are stuck using a bank of single words.
· Replay parts of tv programmes or songs.

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Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD, also known as dyspraxia)

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Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD, also known as dyspraxia)

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Developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a condition affecting physical co-ordination. It causes a child to perform less well than expected in daily activities for their age, and appear to move clumsily.
This topic is about DCD in children, although the condition often causes continued problems into adulthood.

Find out more about DCD in adults.

Symptoms of DCD

Early developmental milestones of crawling, walking, self-feeding and dressing may be delayed in young children with DCD. Drawing, writing and performance in sports are also usually behind what is expected for their age.

Although signs of the condition are present from an early age, children vary widely in their rate of development. This means a definite diagnosis of DCD does not usually happen until a child with the condition is 5 years old or more.

Find out more about symptoms of DCD in children.

When to seek medical advice

If you're concerned about your child's health or development, talk to a GP or health visitor, or speak to a nurse, doctor or special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) at your child's school.

They may refer your child to an occupational therapist, paediatrician, or another health professional who can assess them and try to identify any developmental problems.

Find out more about diagnosing DCD in children.

Causes of DCD

Doing co-ordinated movements is a complex process that involves many different nerves and parts of the brain.

Any problem in this process could potentially lead to difficulties with movement and co-ordination.

It's not usually clear why co-ordination doesn't develop as well as other abilities in children with DCD.

However, a number of risk factors that can increase a child's likelihood of developing DCD have been identified.

These include:

being born prematurely, before the 37th week of pregnancy

being born with a low birth weight

having a family history of DCD, although it is not clear exactly which genes may be involved in the condition

the mother drinking alcohol or taking illegal drugs while pregnant

Treating DCD

There's no cure for DCD, but a number of therapies can help children to manage their problems.

These include:

being taught ways of do activities they find difficult, such as breaking down difficult movements into smaller parts and practicing them regularly

adapting tasks to make them easier, such as using special grips on pens and pencils so they are easier to hold

Although DCD does not affect how intelligent a child is, it can make it more difficult for them to learn and they may need extra help to keep up at school.

Treatment for DCD will be tailored to your child and usually involves a number of different healthcare professionals working together.

Although the physical co-ordination of a child with DCD will remain below average, this may be less of a problem as they get older and develop coping strategies. Some children may continue to have problems.

However, difficulties in school - particularly producing written work - can become much more prominent and require extra help from parents and teachers.

Find out more about treating DCD in children.

Dyspraxia or DCD?

While many people in the UK use the term dyspraxia to refer to the difficulties with movement and co-ordination that first develop in young children, this term is used less often by healthcare professionals.

Instead, most healthcare professionals use the term developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD) to describe the condition.

This term is generally preferred by healthcare professionals because dyspraxia can have several meanings.

For example, dyspraxia can be used to describe movement difficulties that happen later in life because of damage to the brain, such as from a stroke or head injury.

Some healthcare professionals may also use the term specific developmental disorder of motor function (SDDMF) to refer to DCD.

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Developmental co-ordination disorder (dyspraxia) in children

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March 2025

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March 2025

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Notification guidance for early learning and childcare services March 25

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Narrated with Signalong by Isla Ross

https://youtu.be/YLfBZoY64E4

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Edinburgh N-P1 Transition Story 2025/26

Narrated with 'Signalong' by Isla Ross

https://youtu.be/YLfBZoY64E4

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Moving and Handling 
Training requests/queries should be directed to 

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Moving and Handling 
Training requests/queries should be directed to 

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asls-movingandhandling@ea.edin.sch.uk

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Autism & Language Delay Parent programme 20th  Aug 2025

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Autism & Language Delay Parent programme 20th  Aug 2025

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Autism & Language Delay Parent programme Aug 2025

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Autism & Language Delay Parent programme Aug 2025

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ASLD Incredible Years Parents Flyer August 2025

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Kindred offers a variety of free events for parents, including ones giving information and peer support.  Our eight-week parenting programme, Early Positive Approaches to Support (E-PAtS) is a support programme for parents/caregivers who have a child aged 18 months to 6 years with additional developmental needs.  E-PAtS has been co-produced by families and practitioners and it provides support for your wellbeing and your child’s development and behaviour.

We have groups starting after the summer break in Edinburgh and Fife, for further information please email enquiries@kindred-scotland.org

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006 Using Pictures and Books to help Build Vocabulary

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006 Using Pictures and Books to help Build Vocabulary

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https://youtu.be/cSS1YQoI49M

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006 Using Pictures and Books to help Build Vocabulary 03 2025

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https://youtu.be/Jwi5Ae7sp3M

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007 Ideas for Differentiating Reading 03 2025

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*New Request for Assistance Process -March 2025

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*New Request for Assistance Process -March 2025

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Update

ASLS EY are aligning systems with the central Early Years Services. There are changes to the ASL Early Years Team Request for Assistance process (referrals).

Effective immediately:

1. Requests will only require an Assessment of Need, including recent Child Planning Meeting minutes, outlining current strategies. (The ASL EYT request form is no longer needed.)

2. Requests will now be reviewed monthly, usually the second Thursday of each month.

3. Following the monthly meeting, Georgina Cronin, will email referrers with the team's decision. This may include signposting to resources / training or staff allocation for support.

From 21st of April 2025, requests should be sent to earlyyearsreferrals@edinburgh.gov.uk  (not asls.requestforsupport@ea.edin.sch.uk as you will have used historically).

We will be in touch with further updates but please do reach out with any questions.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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*New Request for Assistance Process -March 2025

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Update

ASLS EY are aligning systems with the central Early Years Services. There are changes to the ASL Early Years Team Request for Assistance process (referrals).

Effective immediately:

1. Requests will only require an Assessment of Need, including recent Child Planning Meeting minutes, outlining current strategies (ASL EYT request form is no longer needed.)

2. Requests will now be reviewed monthly, usually the second Thursday of each month.

3. Following the monthly meeting, Georgina Cronin, will email referrers with the team's decision. This may include signposting to resources / training or staff allocation for support.

From 21st of April 2025, requests should be sent to earlyyearsreferrals@edinburgh.gov.uk  (not asls.requestforsupport@ea.edin.sch.uk as you will have used historically).

We will be in touch with further updates but please do reach out with any questions.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Guidance_ Education Resource Group_ Session24_25

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Free parent workshop- Intensive Interaction Jan2025 (online)

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Free parent workshop- Intensive Interaction Jan2025 (online)

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Jan25 ONLINE Intensive Interaction workshop invite

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Financial support for parents and families

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What’s on for families during the holidays

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Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS with Signalong

Listen to and watch Isla Ross (Signalong Tutor) read and Signalong to “Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS” to learn important messages to help keep your children safe from sexual abuse. You can buy the (Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS) book here: https://bit.ly/3zZuKbF

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Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS with Signalong

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Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS with Signalong

Listen to and watch Isla Ross (Signalong Tutor) read and Signalong to “Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS” to learn important messages to help keep your children safe from sexual abuse. You can buy the (Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS) book here: https://bit.ly/3zZuKbF

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Pantosaurus and the Power of PANTS with Signalong

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*NEW Exploring Social Communication Differences and Autism in the EY

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*NEW Exploring Social Communication Differences and Autism in the EY

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Parent information sessions 2024/25

Please share with parents

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*NEW video recordings :Exploring Social Communication Differences and Autisms in the EY

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*NEW video recordings :Exploring Social Communication Differences and Autisms in the EY

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Parent information sessions 2024/25

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Video Links -EY- Exploring Social Communication Differences and Autism-Parent Info Sessions

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(24th Dec 2024: Mainstream P1 deadline)

ERG:

31st Jan 2025: ERG P1 Deadline Up to date AoN and CPM need to be uploaded to the MS form.

Feb 2025: ERG P1 Meeting -Transition to P1 requests.

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Key contacts for each project are on this link:

https://www.mcfb.org.uk/projects

Or you can make an enquiry by email or phone:

Email hello@mcfb.org.uk

Registered Office
Multi-Cultural Family Base,
50 Coburg Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6HE

Telephone 0131 467 7052

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Key contacts for each project are on this link:

https://www.mcfb.org.uk/projects

Or you can make an enquiry by email or phone:

Email hello@mcfb.org.uk

Registered Office
Multi-Cultural Family Base,
50 Coburg Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6HE

Telephone 0131 467 7052

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Support Services for Black and Minority Ethnic Families

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Support Services for Black and Minority Ethnic Families

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Support Services for Black and Minority Ethnic Families

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Support Services for Black and Minority Ethnic Families

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Open to parents, carers and professionasl. Call 0131 4464011

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Open to parents, carers and professionasl. Call 0131 4464011

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Occupational Therapy Telephone Advice Line. For parents and professionals.

Tuesday from 9 – 11 am

Thursday 3-4 pm

Would like to discuss whether a request for assistance to our service is appropriate?

Do you need advice about the daily occupations of a child in your setting?

Would you like signposting to appropriate resources?

Would you like a better understanding of what we can offer?

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Setting the table (2024)

Setting the table guidance has been updated and is now available online here The guidance has been updated to reflect to support meeting the Scottish dietary goals and align with the school food regulations. As such there are now 14 food standards which can be found in section 3 There is time for implementation and school catering teams are working towards being fully compliant with the implementation of the new menu after Easter 2025 (must be implemented by August 2025)

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Support Staff Professional Learning Offer CEC

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Support Staff Professional Learning Offer CEC

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Edinburgh Disability and Neurodiversity Hub

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Edinburgh Disability and Neurodiversity Hub

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New Edinburgh Disability and Neurodiversity Hub (EDAN). The partnership supports families with children or young people who are disabled and/or neurodivergent.

You can find the website link here: www.theyardscotland.org.uk/edan-hub

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Edinburgh Disability and Neurodiversity Hub

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Edinburgh Disability and Neurodiversity Hub

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New Edinburgh Disability and Neurodiversity Hub (EDAN). The partnership supports families with children or young people who are disabled and/or neurodivergent.

You can find the website link here: www.theyardscotland.org.uk/edan-hub

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www.callscotland.org.uk

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NCNPN 26.8.24 (padlet.com)

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edinburgh.gov.uk/supportforfamilies

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Incredible Years Parenting Group- Parent Flier Jan 2025

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Incredible Years Parenting Group- Parent Flier Jan 2025

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Aimed at parents/ carers of children aged 3-5 who have received an autism diagnosis or with language delay or are waiting awaiting diagnosis

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Incredible Years Parenting Groups for parents of neurodivergent children

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Incredible Years Parenting Groups for parents of neurodivergent children

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Exploring Autism and Social Communication Differences

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Flier -Parent info Sessions- EY- Exploring Autism and Social Communication Differences

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coordinatedsupportplans@edinburgh.gov.uk

The Coordinated Support Plan Group, is a panel that look at the the CSPs that come in Denise Kelly, Karen Foster and the Deputy DHTs and Adam O'Brien that sit on this panel.

Any questions you have or any CSP you want them to have a look through should go to the mailing address above.

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Link to Orb:

Managing and reducing risk – The City of Edinburgh Council Intranet

This document includes two Risk Assessment templates

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Managing and Reducing Risk Procedure  final Dec 23

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Managing and Reducing Risk Procedure  final Dec 23

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See audit column

ASLS.Audit@ea.edin.sch.uk

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Audit Profile  EYC NS or PPN 2024-25 session

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Audit Profile  EYC NS or PPN 2024-25 session

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Wellbeing concern form link:

Welfare_Concerns_Form_v1.3.pdf (edinburgh.gov.uk)

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Who is your EP Link?

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Link EPs by establishment 2024-2025 with managers

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Who is your EP Link?

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Link EPs by establishment 2024-2025 with managers

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Who is your EP Link?

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Link EPs by establishment 2024-2025 with managers

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Use of Physical Intervention EY Establishments  and Schools

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Use of Physical Intervention EY Establishments  and Schools

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*Head Teachers/ Establishment Managers only

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*Head Teachers/ Establishment Managers only

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Use of Physical Intervention in EY Establishments  and Schools

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Use of Physical Intervention in EY Establishments  and Schools

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Incident reporting – The City of Edinburgh Council Intranet

Employees must report incidents to their manager or local supervisor as soon as possible, and always before the end of their working day. This is to ensure if any action is needed to protect others that action can be taken right away.

Work-related incidents include

1. Accidents resulting in injury

2. Near misses such where someone could have been injured, but was not work-related ill health, excluding stress and stress related ill health.

All fire and Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals (UFAS) incidents are also to be reported using the myHS platform.

Reporting an incident

The myHS portal our new system for reporting incidents. Managers (or team leader/supervisor) must record incidents on the myHS portal within 2 working days of the incident occurring.

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Significant Occurrence Procedure Head Teacher/Establishment Manager only 

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Significant Occurrence Procedure Head Teacher/Establishment Manager only 

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Incident Management Reporting Procedure

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Final Significant Occurrence Procedure V7 March 2023

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Social Work Practice Teams: Contacts- updated Sept 2024

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Social Work Practice Teams: Contacts- updated Sept 2024

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Children’s Practice Team North West

Stuart Midgley, Team Manager

07776452836

stuart.midgley@edinburgh.gov.uk

Children’s Practice Team South West

Janet Blair, Team Manager

07785350360

janet.blair@edinburgh.gov.uk

Children’s Practice Team North East

Jacqui Bogan, Team Manager

07730599502

Jacqui.Bogan@edinburgh.gov.uk

Children’s Practice Team South East

Dan Smith, Team Manager

07840425648

dan.smith@edinburgh.gov.uk

Young People's Service (YPS)

Kath Cole, Team Manager

07920577598

kath.cole@edinburgh.gcsx.gov.uk

Children Affected by Disability

Michelle Kirkpatrick, Team Manager

07840385421

michelle.kirkpatrick@edinburgh.gov.uk

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Encouraging teamwork among staff, families, and the community to improve inclusivity.

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Treating the education of all learners as equally important, ensuring fairness.

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Ensuring every learner, regardless of their background or abilities, feels valued and supported.

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Adapting inclusion strategies to local cultural contexts.

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a resource pack for supporting inclusion and equity in education

Published 2021

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Family and Household Support Service – The City of Edinburgh Council

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Information including contact details for the Family and Household Support Service; a single point of contact making it easier for people to access the right support

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All the information regarding the guidance for PEEPs is here, along with the template for individual plans.

Communities and Families fire safety manual – The City of Edinburgh Council Intranet

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Classification

Health and Safety

Download the policy

Download the Fire Safety Policy

Service area

Health and Safety

Scope

This Fire Safety Policy is designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of all employees, service users and others. It is applicable to the management of fire safety where the council has direct responsibilities as owners, occupiers, or managers of both domestic and non-domestic premises, as appropriate. It is applicable across all sites and activities, whether temporary or permanent, and should be read in conjunction with the Council Health and Safety Policy and supporting Council fire safety guidance.

Approval body

Policy and Sustainability Committee

Download minutes

Download the Policy and Sustainability Committee minutes of 28 May 2024

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A directory of approved Council policies on the services we provide. The policies can be viewed in full along with the committee that agreed it and when it was agreed.

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ASL

Tori Wright

Donna Bissett

Information and advice based on the guidance of Carol Gray

(Copyright: carolgraysocialstories.com)

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Free or low cost support for families Edinburgh school holidays

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Free or low cost support for families Edinburgh school holidays

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Support and What's On for Families Poster (003)

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Free or low-cost activities and support for families during the holidays. If you know of any other activities that are running, please let us know.

wholefamilywellbeing@edinburgh.gov.uk

Activities throughout the Summer

Active Schools ASN summer opportunities

Active school summer programme for ASN swimming, cycling and Sports opportunities. There is a cost attached to some of these activities. For more information and to book activities, visit the Active Schools website.

Back on Track - Embracing the Next Steps

A group for young people in primary 7 moving into S1 and their parents and carers. With arts and crafts, time to reflect, looking ahead to S1 and coping with change. A sandwich lunch is provided for young people living in South East Edinburgh.

Tuesday 16th, 23rd, 30th July and 7th August at

Goodtrees Neighbourhood Centre

For more information contact

Stef.robertson@crossreach.org.uk or siobhan.short@crossreach.org.uk

Buggy walks

Walks are for parents with babies and wee ones. Babies in buggies, slings, and carriers are all welcome along with toddlers if they wish to join in. All the walks are free to attend, and no block booking is required. Booking can be made via a meetup page.

Contact carole@buggywalks.co.uk for more information.

Summer Family Fun

Free drop-in at the National Museum of Edinburgh during the holidays. A range of fun drop-in activities for all the family every Monday and Friday from 10.30 am to 3.30 pm at the

National Museum of Scotland

Fathers Network

Go online to access 7 free summer adventure packs which encourage reading, learning and play. Packs include activities and ideas for each week of the holidays.

Support for Children starting Primary 1

Edinburgh nurseries have been using 'The Smeds and the Smoos' by Julia Donaldson to support children starting school after the summer. Find lots of activity ideas for families to do over the summer.

Summer of Stories (Craigmillar Literacy Trust)

Activities for parents and carers and children under 4 years with Baby and Toddler Rhyme time every Monday from 11 am to 12 pm in Craigmillar Library. Fun and creative events throughout the summer for families with children aged 4-12 and younger siblings. For more information contact

info@craigmillarliteracytrust.org.uk or visit the Craigmillar literacy trust Facebook page.

Library Summer Reading Challenge

The 2024 Summer Reading Challenge is called "Marvelous Makers". Children will need a library card to take part, register online or at your local library for free all you need is ID. Children are challenged to read books over the summer, they will collect stickers for each book they finish, and when completed they will get a medal and certificate. For more information visit the Reading Challenge website or ask at your local library.

Baby and Toddler Music Group

Free baby and toddler music group in the Smaland creche, within the IKEA store. Suitable for children aged 0-3 years. No booking is required. Every Wednesday from 10 am to 11 am. Visit the IKEA website for more information.

Dobbie's Garden Centre Soft Play

Enjoy a 60-minute soft play session at Dobbie's Garden Centre. Bookings must be made at least 1 day in advance. Booking is recommended on Dobbie's website, though walk-ins are welcomed depending on the space available. Adults are free, children cost £3.00.

2024 Edinburgh KiltWalk - Big Hearts

The Kiltwalk is known as one of the top family-friendly events supporting small charities in Scotland. Sign up to join team Big Hearts for your free entry and select from one of the distances! With family, friends, kids and dogs all able to take part - it's not one to be missed. For more information visit the Big Hearts website or contact conrad.frain@bighearts.org.uk to secure your place.

Weehailes Playpark

Located within the Newhailes House and Gardens Estate. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. No booking is required.

Monthly Markets also run from 9.30 am to 3 pm on the 22nd and 23rd of June, the 20th and 21st of July, the 17th and 18th of August, 21st and 22nd of September.

Modern (Modern One) - National Galleries of Scotland

Every weekend of the summer holidays from 2 pm to 4 pm, drop in for free to create and connect with the outdoors. Each week there will be different themes and materials to play with.

ASN Summer Opportunities: Swimming, Cycling and Sports

Edinburgh Active Schools offers sporting opportunities for primary and secondary-aged children with autism or a learning disability. Activities take place at James Gillespies, Craigroyston and Forresters High Schools. Please see the Active Schools website for dates, locations and cost. Note cost concessions are available.

Tiger Tales

Tales and crafts for five to seven-year-olds after school and in the holidays every Wednesday at 3:30 pm in

For more information contact oxgangs.library@edinburgh.gov.uk.

Activities in June

Empathy Lab Collection-Wester Hailes Library

A display of books and a range of activities on Empathy from the Empathy Lab throughout June.

For more information visit Westerhailes Library's Facebook page.

Granton Castle Walled Garden

Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings, with free entry. Open June to September on Saturdays and Sundays, 2 pm to 4 pm

For more information visit the Walled Garden website.

Lyra's Family Garden Parties

Lyra's team are having a Free fun, friendly garden party for families and children with live music from the kid's band Sprog Rock, a fire performance from Delighters, creative activities from Lovebomb, juice and cake (bring a picnic too if you would like) on Thursday 13th June from 3 pm to 4.30 pm and Sunday 16th June from 12 pm to 1.30 pm.

For more information visit the Lyra website.

Family Fun Day at the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain (AUGB)

A free event bringing families together with games, food, arts and crafts bring some joy to those who have been displaced from their homes on Friday 21st June from 1 pm to 4 pm at

Gracemount Goes Wild

Free health and wellbeing outdoor event with food, yoga, circus skills workshop and more. Friday 21st June from 12 pm to 3 pm at

Gracemount Mansion & Walled Garden

Sea Raising Festival

Music, markets, climate groups, workshops, arts and crafts, ceilidh, cargo bikes, and more, be part of a chorus of voices, to dance in the water.Free of charge, Saturday 22nd June 1 pm to 6 pm.

Portobello promenade and beach (near the foot of the King's Road)

For more information visit the Sea Rising Festival Events page on Facebook.

The Welcoming - The Refugee Festival Event 2024

A family-friendly community-free event for New Scots and local people to come together in celebration of the rich diversity of skills, arts and culture. The event will feature music, multicultural food, art and craft activities for kids, and an exhibition of artwork. 22nd June 2024 from 11 am to 3 pm.

Georgie War Memorial Hall

Summer Treats, Balerno Parish Church

A fundraising event in aid of The Guild Project in St Joseph's Centre, there will be tray bakes, home bakes, strawberries, refreshments & music. On 26th June at 7pm Suggested donation of £5.00. Everyone is welcome at

For more information, contact bpc-admin@balernochurch.org.uk

Holyrood Family Adventure

Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife and Arthur's Seat's history with fun, family-friendly activities. Outdoor activities are suitable for all the family. Free event, though tickets are required on Friday 28th June from 1 pm to 3 pm.

To book, visit the Holyrood Family Adventure Eventbrite webpage.

Lauriston Castle

RSPB at the Castle: Join bird experts throughout the day for a chance to hear about your local feathered friends and to get a chance to do a quick art activity. Double up with a picnic and family day in the castle gardens. Free activity from 10am to 4pm on 28th June 1st July 7th July and 20th July at

Summer Family Trail

A free, fun Summer-themed family trail! Following the usual route around the museum, see if you can spot the 8 mini beach balls hidden throughout the galleries. Each gallery has two eggs for you to find! The Summer Family Trail is running from 28th June to 14th August at

To book visit the St Cecilia's Hall Eventbrite webpage.

Friday Lego Club at the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

A beginner or a pro, all are welcome. Lego is provided and there is no need to sign up. The Lego club runs from 2.45 pm to 3.45 pm on the last Friday of every month.

28th June, 26th July and 30th of August at

1A Dryden Terrace,
EH7 4NB

To book, visit the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage website.

Dynamites: Deep Dive

Dynamic Earth's under 5-year programme. A story, crafting and sensory play whilst exploring the natural world. Cost £4.00 for one child and one adult. Friday 28th June from 10 am to 11 am at

To book visit the Dynamic Earth website.

Dynamic Earth: Celebrating 25 years!

A collection of free activities for children under 12 years. uncover the last 25 years of discoveries on Saturday 29th June from 10 am to 4 pm at

To book, visit the Dynamic Earth website

Insect Week: Marvellous Moths

Celebrate Insect Week with Family-friendly activities. A free drop-in of art activities and bug safari kits. Saturday 29th June from 10am to 3.30 pm at

National Museum of Scotland

For more information, visit the National Museum of Scotland website

Paint your own mini-helmet at the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

Paint a mini replica fire helmet to take home with you and find all 6 painted mini helmets hidden throughout the museum. Saturday 29 June from 10.30 am to 1.45 pm. £3.00 per person.

To book visit the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage website.

1A Dryden Terrace,
EH7 4NB

Edinburgh Climate Festival

A variety of climate-related workshops, stalls, performances, and family-friendly activities. The event is being held in the meadows on Saturday 29th June from 12 pm to 7 pm.

Rainbow Families Picnic at Porty Pride

LGBTQ+ parents and carers welcome their children and families to celebrate a free, fun, and informal afternoon together, take a picnic and enjoy meeting other LGBTQ+ families to celebrate pride season. Enjoy Pride-themed outdoor games and silliness. Just look for the Rainbows and bunting around our space on Portobello Beach on Sunday 30th June 12 pm to 3 pm.

Register in advance by visiting the Rainbow Families Eventbrite webpage.

Activities in July

Trees & Seas Outdoor Adventures

Nature Play

Nature Play sessions are aimed at children aged 6 years and under with a supporting adult. Cost from free (free to families living in the EH16 and EH17 areas).

Sessions are held on Wednesday 3rd, 17th and 31st of July from 10 am to 12 pm in the forest or the Bothy space at

Sessions are held on Tuesday 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 30th July from 9.30am to 11.30am at

Valley Park Community Centre

For more information or to book, visit the Trees & Seas website.

Beach Play

Beach play sessions are aimed at children aged 6 years and under with a supporting adult.Cost from free (free to families living in the EH16 and EH17 areas).

Sessions are held on Wednesday 10th and 24th July from 10 am to 12 pm at Musselburgh Beach.

For more information or to book, visit the Trees & Seas website.

Youth vision forest skills

Free outdoor fun and play activities Suitable for children aged 10 to 13 years living in the southwest locality. Outings to the Pentlands on 1st to 3rd July & 8th to 10th July from 10 am to 2 pm on Monday to Wednesday at Wester Hailes Quarry Park. Booking is essential. Limited space.To book email info@youthvision.uk.

Make Mess Matter

Free messy play part experience in Ikea customer restaurant without the stress. Full-sleeved aprons are provided. Activities may include sand, water, dough, foam, bubbles, chalk paint and edible items. No registration is required.

Make Mess Matter is running on Tuesday 2nd July from 11 am to 12 pm at

To book visit the IKEA website.

Spanish Bookbug sessions

Spanish Book bug sessions every 2 weeks on a Wednesday at 3.30 pm. Join us for songs and rhymes in Spanish and English on 3rd July at

Summer Holiday Autism and Neurodiversity Camps

Team United has free summer holiday autism and neurodiversity camps open to all boys and girls of all skill levels ages 10 to 15 years. All new players must complete a player profile to confirm their place. Sessions run 10 am to 12 pm, 8th to 11th July at Leith Academy and 10 am to 12 pm, 22nd to 25th July at Tynecastle High School. For more information and/or to register contact Ben@teamunited.org.uk

Bugs

A fun afternoon for the little ones searching for the critters that live in our woods and meadows on 9th July from 1.30 pm to 3 pm. Suitable for children aged 3 to 6 years. Cost £5 per child accompanying adult free of charge.

Water of Leith Visitor Centre

To book a space visit the Water of Leith Eventbrite webpage.

Edinburgh Food Social Community Good Food Youth Club

All classes and workshops focus on sharing the stories behind our food as well as giving attendees the skills to create beautiful dishes to share with family and friends and are Free and open to people who live in Craigmillar. Tuesday 9th to Wednesday 11th July and Monday 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th July at

For more information contact hello@edinburghfoodsocial.org or visit the Edinburgh Food social website.

Summer Circuits

Improve your physical and mental health this summer at the outdoor circuits class on Tuesday 9 th July at 10 am in Hailes Quarry Park. Suitable for people living in the Southwest locality. People over 16 years old are welcome to attend.

For more information visit the Digital Sentinel Summer Newsletter or contact

Positivemoves@thehealthagency.org.uk
074 0074 0385.
Health and Wellbeing Mural (Craigmillar Community Grows)

Join in and make a drawing for a mural about health and wellbeing in Craigmillar and Niddrie for the Niddrie GP Service waiting room.

Everyone is welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult), and all materials are provided. Meet at the front desk.

Thursday 11th and 18th July 2 pm to 3 pm

For more information visit the Craigmillar Community Grows Facebook page.

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival

Enjoy a free selection of online concerts from a host of talented musicians. A concert will go live on each of the ten days from Friday 12th to 21st July from 8 pm onwards

To book free tickets visit the Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival website.

Mardi Gras

A taste of New Orleans in the heart of Edinburgh. Non-stop entertainment and a party atmosphere as bands play on stage. In the Grassmarket on Saturday 13 July from 1 pm.

For more information visit the Mardi Gras festival page on the Edinburgh Jazz and Blues festival website.

Edinburgh Festival Carnival

A celebration of costumes, dance and music. A variety of performances were played in the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens. Sunday 14 July from noon.

For more information visit the Edinburgh Festival Carnival webpage on the Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival website.

Games and Gadgets with Maths Week

Codeapillars, Spheros, Botley the Robot and more! Get your gadgets moving as Maths Week Scotland takes over the Grand Gallery for two days of the National Museum of Scotland's Summer Family Fun programme. No need to book, just drop in. From 10.30 am to 3.30 pm on Monday 15th July and Friday 19th July at

National Museum of Scotland

To book for 15th July visit the Maths Week Scotland website,

To book for 19th July, visit the Maths Week Scotland website.

Design your own Badge

Free family drop-in workshop at the Museum of Edinburgh to compliment the 'Edinburgh rising from the Ashes: 200 years of Scottish Fire' exhibition on Saturday 20 July from 2pm to 4pm at

National Museum of Scotland

Summer Party

Bridgend Summer Party with food, circus skills, face painting, tombola and more. £5 per adult and £2 per child. Book to attend on Eventbrite. Saturday 20th July from 2 pm to 5 pm at

Canary in a coal mine

Learn why canaries were important in the coal mine and decorate your own canary wind chime with paint and feathers to take home. Cost £5.50 per child. Book to attend on the National Mining Museum website. Monday 22nd July from 11 am to 2 pm at

National Mining Museum Scotland

Splash

Grab your wellies make a splash in the river and hunt for the creatures who call it home. Thursday 25th July 1:30 pm to 3 pm. Suitable for children aged 3 to 6 years. Cost £5 per child accompanying adult free of charge. Book only for the children.

Water of Leith Visitor Centre

Community Garden

Enjoy tea, home baking and a chat with friendly Gardeners of Craigentinny and Telferton plot-holders at this independent allotment site, it is a tranquil and charming space, hidden away in a built-up area on Sunday 21st July from 2 pm to 5 pm Admission is £4 Children are free. More information can be found on the Craigentinny and Telferton Allotments website.

Telferton Road (off Portobello Road)

Summer family day

Take the family to learn to make pizza from scratch, sit down together and enjoy your own pizza with a tasty salad. Fun activities for kids are available Wednesday 24th July 11 am to 3 pm.

Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing

For more information contact

catherinefyfe@edinburghfoodproject.org.

Sandy's Mini Festival

Dive into the excitement at Sandy's Mini Festival, inflatable assault course, table sale, multi-culture arts show, live music, food from around the world, and BBQ.On Saturday 27th July 11 am to 2 pm. Find more information on Sandy's website.

76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue

Teddy Bears' Picnic

Saturday 27th July 11to12 in Craigmillar Library Garden. Don't forget Teddy! For more information visit the Craigmillar Books for Babies Facebook page.

Activities in August

Edinburgh International Festival, Space @The Broomhouse Hub

This August, Space @ The Broomhouse Hub is taking one giant leap toward the future. Space will host a free virtual reality (VR) experience with the festival's orchestra-in-residence: Philharmonia. Visitors to Broomhouse Hub can sit right in the heart of the VR orchestra.

79/89 Broomhouse Crescent,

For more info contact admin@spacescot.org.

Edinburgh Fringe Festival

A range of free shows is available across the city to suit all the family or take a walk up the Royal Mile and enjoy the street performers. The Edinburgh Fringe Festival runs from 2nd August until 26th August. Details can be found on the Festival Fringe website.

Meet a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service dog

Head along to The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage to Meet Phoenix the SFRS Fire investigation dog on Saturday the 3rd of August between 10 am and 1 pm. The event is free, though sign-up is required for numbers.

1A Dryden Terrace,
EH7 4NB

The Ferry Fair

Various events held including 5 side football, dog show and walks. All events are free so everyone can participate. The aim is to have fun and create memories for all ages. Various locations in South Queensferry from 4th August to Saturday 11th August. For more information visit the Ferry Fair website.

Paint your own mini-helmet

Paint a mini replica fire helmet to take home with you meet a retired firefighter and learn about the different types of firefighter helmets.

£3.00 per person Saturday 10 August from 2 pm to 4 pm at

National Museum of Scotland

Community Family Fun Day

Celebrate 40 years of the National Mining Museum with bouncy castles, pony rides, face painting and more on Saturday 10th August from 11 am to 5 pm at

National Mining Museum Scotland

This event is free to attend, though booking is essential.

Edinburgh International Book Festival

Activities for all of the family. With book signings, cafes and bars, a festival bookshop, and a children's play area. The full programme is available on Book Festival the website. The festival runs from 10th August to 25th August. Some events are free.

Family Fun Day

Free Local Community Family Fun Day organised by the Trade Unions in Communities Hub in Craigmillar, including a parade from the Craigmillar High Flats and then food, live music, stalls, bouncy castles, face painting, art and other activities on Saturday 17th August 11 am to 4 pm at

For more information contact

contactus@tuic.org.uk
07475761810.
Lauriston Castle

Castle Carnival: Celebrating Notting Hill Carnival by making flamboyant headdresses and masks before joining in the parade in front of the castle with some music and some sweet treats. Saturday 24th August from 10 am to 12 pm. Ticketed event £4 per person.

Find more information on the Museums and Galleries Edinburgh website.

Lauriston Castle

Clay Tiles: Inspired by the natural environment come along to Lauriston and take inspiration from the gardens and make a clay tile inspired by nature. You can take it home and paint it. Sunday 25th August 2024 from 12.00pm. Free event. Find more information on the Edinburgh Museum website.

Fun Activities to Do at Home

Activities do not need to cost a lot of money (or sometimes any money at all) to be meaningful and memorable. Some of the best memories are made by doing simple things at home or around the community. Enjoying the time, you have together is what is most important. Below are some very low-cost or free activities that require no/minimal resources, most of which you will have around the house already. Enjoy!

Making music

Household objects like pots, pans, tins, wooden spoons or plastic bottles filled with rice can be the perfect kit for starting a musical rock band.

Floor is lava

a great way for children of all ages to stay physically active indoors. Gather up your cushions and pillows and let your child's imagination go wild as they hop, jump and climb their way around your home.

Host a talent show

Choreographing a dance routine to a favourite song, becoming a teddy ventriloquist, performing a magic trick, and hosting a talent show can be a great way to interact as a family, boost children's confidence and have fun.

Make use of everyday items

Children have such rich imaginations- a box of everyday household items can unlock a whole world of play. A kitchen roll tube can become a telescope for gazing at the stars, and a bedsheet can become a tent. Letting children play freely with household objects is a great way to encourage their creativity.

Potato/sponge Stamping

Cut designs into potatoes or sponges, dip them in paint and create some exciting potato stamp pictures.

Scavenger hunts

From collecting leaves and twigs in a forest, spotting birds, or counting different colour cars in your local area- a family walk can turn into a fun challenge and a great way to motivate children to spend time outdoors.

Water play

Water fights, slip 'n slides, running through sprinklers, painting with wet brushes/sponges, making perfumes, outdoor kitchen play and even washing the car, children are drawn to water-based activities that are also great for cooling down on a hot summer's day.

Mini Olympics

Making obstacle courses and having races with friends is a great way to hang out and stay active. You can use play equipment like hula hoops and skipping ropes, or everyday objects like cardboard boxes, brushes or chairs.

Den building

Household items such as old blankets, chairs and laundry rails can make the perfect hiding place for play. Supermarkets and hardware shops are also good places to gather up free items such as cardboard boxes for your child to expand their den building.

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This Disability Confidence for Educational Practitioners short course is designed to empower education professionals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively engage in conversations and implement inclusive pedagogies related to disabilities within educational settings.

The course equips practitioners with comprehensive disability awareness, academic discourse around disability, ways of representing disabled people positively, and with practical strategies for action research with learners, related to perceptions of disability.

Staff running this course are themselves disabled and have real world experience of working in inclusive education in academia and in the classroom.

All our courses blend theory with practice to ensure you are learning skills you can put to use in your work

Our resources are solidly linked to an evidence-based intervention which enhances positive responses to disabled adults and children.

Who is this course for?

This short course is ideal for educators, professional services staff, school counsellors, and education professionals who seek to enhance their ability to discuss disability confidently and contribute to the creation of inclusive educational settings.

Disability Confidence for Educational Practitioners: The course in brief

What will I learn on the course?

Participants completing this short course will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to initiate informed conversations about disability with learners and their families, to advocate for inclusive pedagogies, and to research what works effectively in their own context. This credential enhances professional credibility and contributes to a more inclusive and supportive educational community.

By the end of the course what will I be able to do?

By the end of this course participants will be :

aware of different ways of thinking about disability and how different modes of thinking impact learning and development;

knowledgeable concerning disability positive learning environments that represent diverse abilities and promote equitable participation;

able to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues about disability in a sensitive and empathetic manner;

able to create representative and accessible teaching Materials: we will explore techniques for developing and using accessible teaching materials that positively represent disabled learners; and

able to conduct action research to determine the impact of representative teaching materials and teaching activities in their own setting.

How will I be taught?

How is the course delivered?

This module is delivered entirely online with recorded materials and tasks accessible 24/7 for you to work through at your own pace and convenience.

Tutors will be available during the module to respond in real-time to queries and discussion posts.

How long does the course last for and how much time will I need to spend on it each week?

This course lasts for six weeks with the expectation of 42 hours' personal study in an online asynchronous format.

Does the course have an assessment and if so, what sort of assessment will it be?

There is no assessment but you will be required to have worked through all the online material and formative tasks in order to gain your certificate of completion.

The module has been developed by two specialist tutors: Dr Clare Uytman and Dr. Sian Jones

Both are experienced researchers whose academic teaching is enriched by their own professional expertise from careers in inclusive education

What equipment will I need for this course?

You will require access to a computer or laptop and internet connectivity.

Student support/access to facilities

For the duration of your course you will be able to make use of our on-campus learning resource centre as well as access to our full range of online resources, including e-books and academic journals.

You will also have limited, mainly online access to Student Services support. Students with particular support requirements can contact the Disability Service.

As you will be studying with us for less than a full academic year you will not be provided with a personal academic tutor (PAT). However, any queries regarding your studies should be directed to the staff member leading the delivery of your course.

Disability Confidence for Educational Practitioners: Entry requirements, fees and application information

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course therefore each applicant must decide if the level of study is suitable for them. You do not need to provide proof of your previous qualifications.
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This course is taught and assessed in English. Applicants do not need to provide proof of their English language skills when applying for this course, but all applicants should consider whether they have sufficient English competence to study at this level. Applicants for this level of study would usually be able to demonstrate a level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component score below 6.0.

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