Celebrate the year of the snake this Chinese New Year! Support all children’s learning of this cultural festivity which signals the beginning of spring and the start of a new year through this fun sensory activity pack: twinkl.co.uk/resource/chine…

Training Opportunity – An Introduction to Visual Structure in Early Years. This pre- recorded workshop will support practitioners to recognise that there is a range of visual supports, and how to establish these in an Early Years setting and use them. skills4bradford.co.uk/Event/255447

Last day to sign up for Bradford’s Nurture Network. If your school or setting would like to develop their Nurturing practice this platform is for staff to share how they embed principles into practice to support. skills4bradford.co.uk/Event/234536

Training Opportunity –Introduction to Intensive Interaction for PVI's is open for bookings. This is a pre-recorded workshop to help PVI’s gain an understanding of the theory and practical application of Intensive Interaction. skills4bradford.co.uk/Event/237241

Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 is taking place from 3-9 February. This year’s theme is Know Yourself, Grow Yourself. Visit the official site for a range of free resources for primary and secondary. childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

The Autism Education Trust (AET) is guided by an Autistic Young Experts Panel who share lived experiences to shape, influence and advise AET's work. More info here: autismeducationtrust.org.uk/about/autistic…

Check out this free webinar on potty training through ERIC UK eric.org.uk/talking-about-…

The new definition of dyslexia by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee @SASC emphasises that dyslexia exists on a continuum and can vary in severity, influenced by multiple genetic and environmental factors.

Transitions in school mark a significant milestone. It is a time often filled with both excitement and apprehension. To help children with this process, start early by sharing necessary information and involving parents and carers. bso.bradford.gov.uk/content/specia…

Visit the SEMH page on BSO where you can find our emotional development resources. These resources will help staff to assess where a child is in their emotional development, allowing for appropriate intervention and support to be identified. bso.bradford.gov.uk/content/specia…

World Autism Acceptance Week 31.03.25-6/04/25. Register with the NAS to access free resources so that you can champion inclusion, celebrate diversity, and foster an understanding of autism within your community. autismeducationtrust.org.uk/world-autism-a…

Are you starting to think about how to support transition into a new class or setting? Look on the BSO SCIL Early Years page for useful information and transition checklists. bso.bradford.gov.uk/content/specia…

Please find and explore Bradford’s updated Speech and Language Therapy page: bdct.nhs.uk/our-services/c… Click on the ‘For Professionals’ tab to find training videos, resources, screening tools and details of their referral forms and advice line.

Please share!!!! An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the SCIL Team as an Early Years Specialist Teacher. We are looking for an experienced, knowledgeable and skilled teacher who is passionate about making a difference for children with SEND. jobs.bradford.gov.uk/jobs/job/Early…

Sheila Coates Foundation has launched a funding round to help autistic young people succeed in mainstream secondary and college education in England. The fund is open for applications from schools and colleges with a deadline of 19th May. sheilacoates.foundation/what-we-do/rap…

Monday May 12th marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week. The charity Mind have a range of resources available to promote thought and discussion on the topic, including a lesson plan and assembly. mind.org.uk/get-involved/m…

Right to Choose now have comprehensive information available to support the public in their Right to Choose (RTC) journey for autism and ADHD assessments. On the website, there is new content is designed to support both individuals and professionals. wypartnership.co.uk/our-priorities…

Mencap match buddies to a volunteer who share similar interests so they can go out together as a pair and do activities in their local community like going to some live music, a theatre show, bowling, shopping or the cinema. Click the link for more info: mencap.org.uk/get-involved/v…