Training for parents and carers of children looked after (CLA), previously looked after children (PLAC) and children with a social worker (CWSW)

These courses are for parents and carers of:

  • children looked after (CLA)
  • previously looked after children (PLAC)
  • children with a social worker (CWSW)

Some courses are for a specific audience, or for families with children of a certain age. Please check the title of the training for who it is for, for example CLA, PLAC, CWSW, pre-school, primary or secondary.

Please see the list below for more details and how to book:

To help parents/carers understand the advantages of their child accessing childcare provision and how they can access funded places.

Participants will be able to
• Learn the benefits of a child attending childcare provision
• Know how much funded childcare they are entitled to.
• Learn how to access childcare provision for their child.
• Learn about the role of the Virtual School

This webinar is delivered virtually.

Dates and times

2 October 2023 6pm to 7pm

or

22 January 2024 6pm to 7pm

How to book

Funded Childcare Webinar

This webinar will inform parents/carers about PEPs, what their aim is and also the PEP process. Attendees will understand what a good PEP should contain and also what would happen in the PEP review meetings. Attendees will also be given confidence to have an input and help to direct the PEP.

Method of delivery: Microsoft Teams

Dates and times

9 October 2023 10am to 12pm

or

10 January 2024 1pm-3pm

or 

1 May 2024 10am to 12pm

How to book

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This virtual session will include speech and language development, practical tips and games for parents.

The aim is to help parents and carers:  

  • Recognising how speech and language impacts on children 
  • Explore practical strategies 

Share activities to use at home 

Dates and times

27 February 2024

12pm-2pm

or

27 February 2024

6pm-8pm

How to book

Speech, Language and Communication Training Booking

This virtual training covers the developmental stages of children and young people and how we should focus on what stage the children are at to meet their needs instead of their chronological age.

Dates and times

8 May 2024 12pm to 2pm

or

9 May 2024 6pm to 8pm

How to book

8 May 2024 12pm to 2pm

or

9 May 2024 6pm to 8pm