CPD and Training Events
Training &
Professional Development
Fairfields Teaching & Learning Centre offers a programme of SEND focussed training and development opportunities for schools.
Our courses are delivered by experienced practitioners and are designed to develop knowledge around SEN and Inclusion. Our programmes vary from short networking groups, to extended programmes looking at topics in depth.
If there is a particular area that you would be interested in receiving training on, and it is not listed in the current events, please do get in touch with us.
Regular course information updates are sent out in the form of flyers, newsletters and via social media. You can subscibe to our mailing list in the sidebar.
Cancellations and Refunds Policy
Fairfields TLC reserves the right to alter programmes, dates and venues and to make cancellations due to insufficient numbers or unforeseen circumstances. A full refund will be given/no invoice issued should we cancel as the provider.
Cancellations should be made via email to . Unfortunately, we cannot issue refunds for places cancelled within 7 working days prior to an event (or 30 days if a hotel room is secured). Cancellations made less than a week prior will be invoiced.
Non-Attendance
Non-attendance of the course shall be deemed to be a cancellation and the participant’s school will be responsible for paying the full course fee.
Assessment for All
Are you looking for an assessment framework for your pupils working below the National Standard?
At Fairfields we believe all children can achieve. We are committed to ensuring we measure the aspects of a child’s learning that we value.
Our Assessment for All is designed to ensure we are measuring the progress of each pupil, reflecting their own learning journey.
The information captured using this assessment can also be used to inform planning, ensuring it is purposeful, meaningful and memorable, shaping the progress pupils make.
We believe our Assessment for All is an effective tool for making summative assessment judgements for all pupils working below the National Standard at KS1 & KS2 has the potential for merging with other school systems that may already be in place.
We are hosting a training programme to support schools in using our Assessment for All materials. As part of the programme you will get a copy of the Assessment Framework and additional documents to support you with tracking progress and sharing information with parents.
Session Date - Thursday 6th October 2022 9.30-3.30
We will also be running a Moderation session on 23rd February 2023 9:30-12pm. Please book on seperately if you would like to attend.
SEMH: The Hidden Disability
A hands on practical course to enable participants to:
- Understand social, emotional and mental health difficulties
- Respond effectively to challenging behaviour
- Develop inclusive practice to improve pupil outcomes and meet need
All 3 days must be attended:
Session 1: Thursday 20th October 2022
Session 2: Thursday 24th November 2022
Session 3: Thursday 9th February 2023
Facilitated by: Marian McClelland
Pre-course task:
- Identify a child for case study, obtaining parental and school consent
- Complete a fact file for that child
Planned “gap tasks” / self-study in delegates schools:
Case study to be undertaken in delegates own school, involving assessment, intervention and measuring impact.
Further information:
- Delegates will be provided with a key text – "Simple Guide to Trauma" by Betsy Thierry (2017)
- Recommended resources will be available to explore and consider for use in home school
- One member of SLT per delegate to attend the morning session of Day 1
**Lunch will be provided**
SEN Descriptors & High Needs Funding
This session is a guide to good application, understanding and how to use the SEN Descriptors to support provisions for children. It will include updates on the high needs funding process to aid understanding. There will be an opportunity to talk through different case studies.
Facilitated by: Heidi Redman
Assessment for All - Moderation
This will be a network group to provide an opportunity to share practice, ask questions and share your evidence base.
SEN Descriptors & High Needs Funding
This session is a guide to good application, understanding and how to use the SEN Descriptors to support provisions for children. It will include updates on the high needs funding process to aid understanding. There will be an opportunity to talk through different case studies.
Facilitated by: Heidi Redman
SEN Descriptors & High Needs Funding
This session is a guide to good application, understanding and how to use the SEN Descriptors to support provisions for children. It will include updates on the high needs funding process to aid understanding. There will be an opportunity to talk through different case studies.
Facilitated by: Heidi Redman