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FREE! Elklan CPD webinar: Ask the Expert with Gill Clarke and Charlie McLachlan

Paul Barnes (Media) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Delivered by: Gill Clarke, Elklan SaLT Professional Advisor and Charlie McLachlan, Elklan Director

A chance to ask the Elklan team any questions relating to our training courses and speech and language in education.

Book now to secure your space!

Link to copy & paste or share: https://www.elklan.co.uk/Apply/event?b=dcff3ea9

Disclaimer

This training is organised by an external organisation and Louise Dawson Inclusion Training cannot accept any liability or responsibility for the content or quality of the training.

Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.

If you have concerns about any content of the training then please let us know so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.

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FREE! Widgit CPD webinar: Ask the Expert with Rebecca Lynch

Paul Barnes (Media) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Use this time to ask company experts any questions that you have! Suitable for existing and new customers.

Is symbol-support just for early years?
Can symbols transform secondary learning too?
What about EAL/ELL learners?
Are we under utilising visual tools for neurotypical students?

See if you can find a question about Widgit symbols that Rebecca can’t answer!

Book now to secure your space!

Link to copy & paste or share: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DwajkJxBQ4GJPaw9Qhl8-g#/registration

Disclaimer

This training is organised by an external organisation and Louise Dawson Inclusion Training cannot accept any liability or responsibility for the content or quality of the training.

Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.

If you have concerns about any content of the training then please let us know so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.

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FREE! Nessy CPD webinar: Ask the Expert with Stuart Plumridge

Paul Barnes (Media) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This 30-minute interactive session is designed to tackle the real-world literacy challenges you face every day.

Whether you need advice on a specific student profile, want to know how to maximise Nessy’s reporting features, or need strategies for managing neurodivergent learners, our literacy specialists are here to help.

Join Stuart Plumridge, International Development Manager at Nessy, to ask your questions.

Book now to secure your space!

Link to copy & paste or share: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ad478340-600f-4075-b3e5-68e31ab74613@66175b07-85c5-4915-8533-1e4a9e7a2e35

Disclaimer

This training is organised by an external organisation and Louise Dawson Inclusion Training cannot accept any liability or responsibility for the content or quality of the training.

Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.

If you have concerns about any content of the training then please let us know so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.

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FREE! CPD Webinar – Finding the Gaps: Using Nessy to Screen and Target Literacy Difficulties

Paul Barnes (Media) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

During this session, Rory File, Head of Education and Partnerships explores identifying students who are quietly falling behind in reading and spelling can be a complex challenge.

Often, by the time literacy gaps become obvious, the intervention required is much more intensive.

How can educators proactively spot these hidden difficulties without adding hours of manual assessment to their workload?

Presenter: Rory File, Head of Education and Partnerships

Registration link, to copy and paste or share on socials: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/81e510e7-323d-4c5f-b81e-06061e8d3d36@66175b07-85c5-4915-8533-1e4a9e7a2e35

Disclaimer

This training is organised by an external organisation and Louise Dawson Professional Development and Management Training cannot accept any liability or responsibility for the content or quality of the training.

Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.

If you have concerns about any content of the training then please let us know so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.

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FREE! Webinar – Nessy Parent Series – Beat the Summer Slide: Without Turning Your Home Into a Classroom

Paul Barnes (Media) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Summer is a time for rest, fun, and new experiences. It is also a wonderful opportunity to build confidence, nurture interests, and create meaningful moments that support learning naturally. For children with dyslexia, these experiences can help strengthen language, reading, writing, and self-confidence in ways that feel enjoyable rather than overwhelming.

Join us for a relaxed, supportive virtual workshop where we’ll explore simple ways to encourage reading, writing, language, and independence without turning summer into school.

What You’ll Learn

Understand what children with dyslexia need: Explore practical ways to support literacy development while protecting confidence, motivation, and self-esteem.
Follow their interests: Discover how hobbies, family activities, books, games, and everyday experiences can help children continue developing important literacy skills.
Practical ideas for every age: Explore fun, low-pressure activities for young children, primary-aged learners, and teenagers that support reading, writing, communication, and confidence.
Support writing and handwriting naturally: Learn how everyday play, conversation, drawing, and meaningful writing opportunities help children develop as writers.
Build confidence and independence: Find ways to help your child understand how they learn, recognise their strengths, and return to school feeling capable and successful.
Make the most of summer learning opportunities: Discover simple tools and resources, including game-based options like Nessy, that can support literacy development while still allowing summer to feel like a holiday.

Help your child enjoy a summer filled with curiosity, confidence, and opportunities to grow while building the skills they need to thrive.

Read more about the ‘Summer Slide’ here

Presenter: Jodi Snowdon, Global Outreach Coordinator, Nessy Learning.

Registration link, to copy and paste or share on socials: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9c5b4bb5-1d82-418c-b185-2861bca993e0@11832761-cf2b-4f28-b963-ca770e16d669

Disclaimer

Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.

If you have concerns about any content of the training then please let us know so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.

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Podcast: My Journey with Special Educational Needs

vivek.kjk@gmail.com — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:19:27 +0000

I’m excited to share my recent podcast episode with SENlightened, hosted by Amanda Sokell. The conversation covers a very personal topic: my journey as a parent.

It wasn’t until my eldest child, Dylan, was in Year 3 or 4 that it became clear he had learning difficulties. While his teachers and I had noticed some delays, we weren’t initially concerned. In this podcast, I recall the anxiety and mother’s guilt I felt at the time, and the struggle to find the right educational support. It’s a fascinating and honest story with important lessons for other parents who may have children with special educational needs.

I encourage you to listen to the full episode.

Listen to the podcast here:

Learn more about Amanda Sokell:

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New Partnership with IDL: Empowering Learning with Cloud-Based Tools

vivek.kjk@gmail.com — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:14:31 +0000

I am excited to announce a new partnership with IDL, a powerful cloud-based learning platform. IDL provides incredible support for numeracy, literacy, and a Dyscalculia Screener, as well as tools for multiplication tables and maths tutorials. This platform is incredibly effective and has a proven track record of helping children make significant progress.

Globally, 216,800 children across 3,300 schools are currently using IDL’s programs. In fact, students have shown an average progression of 11 months in just 26 hours of use without the need for adult support.

This is a fantastic resource for any school looking to enhance its support for students with additional needs.

To learn more, get an introduction to the company, or receive a free demonstration and trial, please contact me directly at 056 261 6241 or book an appointment via my Calendly link below:

For more information about IDL, click the link below:

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