6th November 2015 “Lots of working memory ideas for the kitty” “Learned lots about communication methods, brain function and dyslexic awareness” “”Lots of tips for dyxlexia scaffolding in the classroom” “I really enjoyed Chloe’s talk debunking myths regarding SEN and neuroscience”   Participants had a great day finding out about our latest knowledge on how […]

June and October 2015 “Great day. Very informative. We have lots to take back to school.” “Good to see examples of resources and hear real anecdotes from current professional.”   Clare Langhorne of the Yellow Kite organisation presented her knowledge and vast experience of the best practice in education for pupils with emotional and behavioural […]

Friday 11th March 2016 at the Dorford Centre, Dorchester How can we best support youngsters with Downs in our settings? What are the best ways to ensure they are properly included in learning? How are visual difficulties linked to achievement? What does the latest school based research tell us? A day conference to bring the […]

TADSS STAFF CONFERENCE 2015 13th April, Westfield Arts College & Wyvern Academy ‘MENTAL HEALTH & WELL BEING’ The sun shone for this year’s conference which brought together staff from all five special schools to learn and share together. Keynote speaker Dr Margot Sunderland delivered a fascinating and insightful talk on trauma and its effects on brain chemistry, […]

Day 1 – Yellow Kite Training on Attachment – “Inside I’m Hurting” with Kite Trainer, Clare Longhorne on 26th June 2015 at the Dorford Centre, Bridport Road, Dorchester: (information), (flyer) and (booking form).