Age appropriateness in post-16 SEND provision

Have you ever had to think about your approach to a learner who brings their toy Thomas the Tank Engine into college or responds really well to nursery rhymes or children’s stories? If this has caused a dilemma for you or your team, then this session aims to provide an opportunity to discuss why this is and what we can do to be clearer in our approach around what is or isn’t age appropriate and why it matters.

This session will enable practitioners to explore the concept of ‘age appropriacy’ in the context of providing educational opportunities to learners with a complex need or PMLD label.

By the end of the session, you should have a clear understanding of how you can develop a person centred approach in your provision around age appropriacy and be confident to meet learners’ needs. A framework for good practice developed with practitioners will be shared during the session.

Who is it for?

Managers, teachers, learning support assistants, therapists who work with learners with a complex needs or PMLD label.

Training content

This session will cover the challenges that arise when discussing ‘age appropriacy’ in post 16 education for learners with complex needs or PMLD label and reflect on the reasons for this.

A framework for good practice to support discussion and staff training will be introduced and explored. It aims to enhance the ability of staff teams to work together in developing a shared understanding based on underpinning values and sound pedagogy. This will help staff be confident that they can provide a rationale for their strategy and practice around age appropriacy.

As well as the good practice framework the session includes case studies for discussion and there will be opportunities to share challenges and good practice.

Cost

The below cost is for each attendee. All attendees need to register separately.

• Natspec members £80 +VAT
• Natspec affiliates £105 +VAT
• Non-members £125 +VAT

Your invoice will be available immediately.

This training is also available as an in-house programme. For further information please complete our Transform Expression of Interest form.

Details of other training courses can be found on our website.

Book your place

As this course is has a restricted numbers of attendees, we are limiting bookings to 4 per organisation as a maximum. If you would like this training for more people, please contact transform@natspec.org.uk. If you find that you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can make the space available for others.

By booking a place you understand that cancellations made within 5 working days of the event will be charged at full price, unless otherwise stated. Please ensure you read our cancellation terms and conditions prior to booking.

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