NEW Inspiring Learning workshops

available NOW

These workshops (focused on raising disability awareness in Hampshire) are for mainstream recreation and leisure providers – including managers, reception staff, tutors, instructors, rangers, coaches, librarians, assistants and more.

Course tutor: Ally John

Ally is an experienced Consultant and Trainer in the

field of challenging disablism and inclusion issues. Ally

is passionate in promoting a 'can do attitude' with who

ever she works with, bringing an inclusive world ever

nearer. She is an inspirational speaker, her presentations

are memorable and create a lasting impression.

Course descriptions:

Labels are for jars not children
This workshop will challenge the concept of ‘PC’ (Political Correctness) and look at the impact of language on Disabled Children, their parents and the professionals working with them. It explores the medical and social models of disability and the language associated with them. The workshop will ask participants to reflect on the language used in relation to Disabled Children, as well as the power of the direct and indirect messages contained in it. It will focus on developing the confidence, knowledge and communication skills to make the move towards using more appropriate language and encouraging others to do the same.

Planning For Inclusion
The responsibilities of play and childcare providers under the Disability Discrimination Act are ‘anticipatory’. This workshop takes a strategic view on the different types of barriers that prevent the development of more inclusive service for Disabled Children. Planning for the inclusion of Disabled Children is the responsibility of all settings even though some people are still not convinced that inclusion IS best practice for ALL children. This workshop offers strategies for identifying the barriers and practicable ideas for overcoming them. It shows the benefits of having inclusive policies and strategies and how to strengthen links to the daily practice of the play and childcare workforce. A good workshop for sharing and promoting good practice.

Behaviour that challenges

This workshop offers strategies for promoting positive behaviour. It explores what we mean by the term ‘challenging behaviour’ and some of the negative assumptions that can be made about children who are given that label. It goes on to suggest ideas for preventative strategies, identifying the triggers for behaviour, ways of remaining child centred, ways of talking with children about their behaviour and useful strategies for de-escalating incidents.

Course details:

Duration: Half day workshops (either morning or afternoon)

Cost: £15/workshop for each person attending

Course Title / Date / Time / Venue / Location
Labels are for jars not children / Tuesday
6 December 2011
9.30am - 12.30pm / Phoenix Arts Centre
Station Road
Bordon
Hampshire
GU35 0LR
Tel: 01420 472664
Behaviour that challenges / Tuesday
6 December 2011
1.30pm – 4.30pm / Phoenix Arts Centre
Planning For Inclusion / Thursday
8 December 2011
9:30am – 12:30pm / Phoenix Arts Centre

Please note:

  • Tea/coffee/water will be provided.
  • If you are attending both a morning and afternoon workshop then please bring your own lunch.
  • Confirmation of booking and full details of venues with directions, parking and access will be sent upon receipt of your booking form.

To book your place/s - Please complete and return the attached booking form.For more information or if you have any queries please phone the Admin team on 01962 845178 or email

Quotes about Ally’s workshops

“Thought provoking and inspiring”

“Ally’s style is highly participative and great fun. She creates a safe atmosphere and is not afraid to challenge when challenge is needed.”

“I can highly recommend her as a truly inspirational trainer.”

Parents and Carers: Ally will also be doing a range of workshops for Parents and Carers. These are being advertised by Parent Voice.

Booking Form

Inspiring Learning Workshops

Name
Address / Postcode:
Telephone number
Mobile
E-mail
Organisation
Role/Position
Course/s requested
Please tick the courses you would like to attend
Cost: £15/course / Labels are for jars not children
Behaviour that challenges
Planning For Inclusion
(No. of courses x £15/course) / Total
Specific access requirements

Please return the completed booking formwith a cheque for the FULL amount to:- The Admin Team

Sport Hampshire & IOW

Mottisfont Court, High Street

Winchester, SO23 8ZF

Note: Please make cheques payable to Hampshire County Council

If you are an organisation who wishes to be invoiced please tick here ______

(Please make sure the invoice address is clearly indicated.)

For more information or if you have any queries please phone the Admin Team

01962 845178 or email

Booking conditions:

  1. Places are limited (maximum of 12 per workshop) and bookings will be made on a first come, first served basis.
  2. Bookings must be made one week in advance of the day.
  3. Your place will be secured once we have received your completed booking form with a cheque/or request for invoice.
  4. We will then send confirmation of your booking.
  5. If there are no longer places available we will contact you to discuss options.
  6. Booked places are transferrable, please notify us of any name changes in advance where possible.
  7. Cancellation policy – a full refund will be given if we receive written notice of your cancellation 72 hours prior to the course date. This will allow us sufficient time to offer the place to others on our waiting list.

Part of Hampshire’s Short Breaks Programme