Programmes for parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Free Programmes for Parents/Carers

Stepping Stones

Supporting parents or caregivers of children aged 0 to 12 with a developmental disability. The course is designed for parents and carers who have a child who have mild to moderate level challenging behaviours. Parents learn skills and strategies to encourage their child's social and communication skills, emotional self-regulation, independence and problem-solving ability. The course is delivered over 9 weeks for 2 hours.

Cygnet

Barnardo’s programme for parents/carers of children with ASD Parent/Carer Drop in – to ask any of those niggling questions, reach out for support or ask us to support you in accessing wider services.

This programme is for parents and carers of autistic children and young people aged 5-18 years. Attending cygnet gives parents/carers an opportunity to develop their understanding of autism and look at practical solutions to support their child. It will also provide the opportunity to meet other parents and carers in a similar position and hear about their experiences in an informal but supportive atmosphere.