Events
What to do if your 16-24+ year old is not in education, training or work
There are nearly 1 million 16-24 year olds out of education, training and work. This group is likely to include many who are neurodivergent, struggling with their wellbeing and those who have had bad experiences in school. Come to this uplifting webinar about how to support your young person to find a way forward that is right for them
Finding the best school for your child with additional support needs
It can feel overwhelming looking for a new school or college for your learner with additional support needs. This webinar will help you prioritise what is important and how to move forward. Our team has successfully supported many families looking for new settings and we share our tips from the team’s years of experience in supporting families through the process.
What neurodivergent clients want their therapist to know
In our team’s research, many neurodivergent clients say they have experienced harm in therapy through not being understood and their neurodivergence being outside the scope of therapy. This webinar will help therapists understand how to best support neurodivergent clients to affirm their experiences and help them be fully seen in therapy.
What to do if your child is struggling to attend school or college
There are over 1.5 million families in the UK whose child or young person is struggling to attend school.
It may not be obvious what is going on and you may feel under a lot of pressure from the school and the ‘system’ to ‘just get your child into school’.
We will help you figure out what is going on, understand your and your child’s rights, and what sort of help may be needed.
Neurodivergence at work - navigating how to build in the right supports
Many of us ‘discover’ we are neurodivergent in adulthood and need to figure out how to work in a world designed around different brains so that typical productivity strategies don’t work for us. Also, our nervous system is involved in our productivity too and this knowledge can be key in understanding what we need to be productive. It is as much about tweaking our environment as it is about us.
Getting started with an EHCP
This webinar is for you if you are deciding if you need an EHCP or know you need to get an EHCP in place for your child and it feels impossible, overwhelming and/or you need to know how to do it and what you need to do. We will explain the process, how to set yourself up for success and talk about building in the right supports so that you can manage the process with less strain!
How to be a neurodivergence affirming therapist
Research into neurodivergent experiences of therapy shows a strong desire from clients for therapy to affirm their neurodivergence and help them understand this pivotal element of their way of being and experiencing the world.
This webinar will help therapists (and other professionals working with neurodivergent people) know what is likely to be helpful and come away with a better understanding of the lived experience of neurodivergence.
Neurodivergence and self-employment
Self-employment is a great way to build a work life that suits your needs and strengths. However, it can come with an increased load of admin and a huge number of choices and decisions that can also increase the load on us. This webinar will talk about how to reduce the impact of the load and how to set up ways of working that suit our nervous systems and reduce the likelihood of overwhelm.
How to move forward if your child is not able to be in school
It can be so stressful if your child is not able to be in school (or college) and the answers may not be obvious. This webinar will help you figure out what is going on as it is not always clear what is happening for our children. We will cover your child’s right to learn at home and how to access this and talk about the many ways to move forward with learning and wellbeing that could be right for your child.
Finding the best school for your child with additional support needs
It can feel overwhelming looking for a new child for your learner with additional support needs. There are many types of setting and it can be hard to figure out what schools actually offer and to find a complete list of all the settings in your area! We will help you know how to move forward and what to look for.
Neurodivergence and wellbeing
Neurodivergence can bring strengths and it can also mean we are more likely to struggle with our wellbeing through living in a world designed around different brains and ways of thinking and experiencing. This webinar will unpick what it could look like for neurodivergent clients to improve their wellbeing based upon what is actually going to work.
What to do if your 16-24+ year old is not in education, training or work
There are nearly 1 million 16-24 year olds out of education, training and work. This group is likely to include many who are neurodivergent, struggling with their wellbeing and those who have had bad experiences in school. Come to this uplifting webinar about how to support your young person to find a way forward that is right for them
How does neurodivergence show up in the therapy room
Therapists often receive little training before they qualify on the lived experience of neurodivergence. This webinar addresses how neurodivergence can appear in the therapy space based upon our team’s research into neurodivergent experiences of therapy and what neurodivergent clients want their therapists to know.
EOTAS - how, when and why
This webinar will help you know why you might consider an EOTAS programme, when it can be useful and why it might be the right step for your child. Our team is experienced in delivering, designing and managing EOTAS programmes and we share our top tips for a successful programme that is adaptive and responsive to the learner’s strengths, interests and needs.
Neurodivergence at work - navigating how to build in the right supports
Many of us ‘discover’ we are neurodivergent in adulthood and need to figure out how to work in a world designed around different brains so that typical productivity strategies don’t work for us. Also, our nervous system is involved in our productivity too and this knowledge can be key in understanding what we need to be productive. It is as much about tweaking our environment as it is about us.
Finding the right alternative provision for your child or young person
Does your child feel overwhelmed, unsupported, or completely disengaged in mainstream school? This session will cover how to make sure it’s the right fit for your child’s unique needs. We’ll cover everything from tuition services to therapeutic settings, so you can make informed decisions.
What support does my child need in school?
What support does my child need in school?
We’ll explore how to identify the right support, what schools are legally expected to provide, and how to advocate without burning out. This session will give you clarity on the difference between informal and formal support, and how to hold schools accountable with compassion.
How to be a neurodivergence affirming therapist
This is for therapists looking to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for neurodivergent individuals. Join us as we explore the importance of understanding and respecting different neurodivergent experiences. Learn how to tailor your therapeutic approach to better meet the needs of clients with diverse neurodivergences.
Need help with SEND? Find the guidance and answers you’re looking for
Have questions about EHCPs, school support, transitions, or something more specific? This is an open Q&A session designed to address real challenges no question is too small. We’ll provide straightforward, practical advice to help you gain clarity and confidence. Join us for a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can bring your concerns, even if you’re not sure where to start.
How to find a new school or college for your child or young person with SEN
If your current setting isn’t working, where do you turn? We’ll walk you through how to identify the right school or college, what questions to ask, and how to advocate for your child’s needs throughout the transition. Whether you’re mid-EHCP review or just starting to explore options, this session will give you the tools and reassurance to move forward with purpose.
What to do if your child is struggling to attend school or college
If your child is having difficulties with attendance, this session is perfect for you. Whether it’s anxiety, burnout, sensory overwhelm, or something else, school can become a daily battle. This session will help you understand emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), your child’s rights, and what support can actually make a difference.You are not a ‘bad parent’ and your child is not being ‘difficult’ let’s reframe the story and focus on solutions that feel right for your family.
What neurodivergent clients want their therapist to know
Welcome to our event on What Neurodivergent Clients want their Therapist to know! This online session aims to equip counsellors with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support neurodivergent clients based upon research into the lived experiences of neurodivergent clients in therapy. Join us for insightful discussions,and practical tips that will enhance your counselling practice. There is relatively little research on the direct experiences of neurodivergent clients in therapy and Silja Turville is a neurodivergent therapist and coach who specialises in working with neurodivergent clients. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference in the lives of those you support!
What to do if your child is out of education
Many children and young people lose the battle to attend an educational setting and in this webinar we share what we have learned from helping learners get back into education even after long periods out of education. This webinar will encourage you that you are not alone and you will come away with ideas to help you move forward
EOTAS - how, when and why
This webinar will help you know why you might consider an EOTAS programme, when it can be useful and why it might be the right step for your child. Our team is experienced in delivering, designing and managing EOTAS programmes and we share our top tips for a successful programme that is adaptive and responsive to the learner’s strengths, interests and needs.
How Acorn to Oak Education Helps Learners with Additional Support Needs
Find out more about how we support learners that are struggling with learning in school and those who are out school. Our approach is holistic and relational and has been successful with all the learners we work with.
Areas we work with include:
increasing engagement and progress in learning
integrating education with therapeutic targets
wellbeing support through learning personalised strategies
addressing barriers to attending an education setting
successfully managing transitions
education at home and in the community when it is not possible for a learner to attend a setting including designing, coordinating and delivering EOTAS provision
supporting schools with alternative education pathways delivered in school or out of school
There will be opportunities to ask questions and to request a free follow up consultation
EOTAS - how, when and why
This webinar will talk about what Education Otherwise Than At School is and why you might consider it, when it might be or need to be an option and how you could go about it. Many more of our young people are being educated outside of traditional education settings and EOTAS can be a good way forward in certain situations. It also does not need to involve isolation for children and young people rather it can also be a way back into the world on their own terms. We will talk about how to make sure learning is of good quality and how to avoid EOTAS being another potential source of burnout for hard pressed parents and carers.
Navigating school attendance difficulties
It can be highly stressful for families to navigate challenges in school attendance and this webinar will help you to not feel alone and come up with a plan
Finding the joy when you are really busy and why it matters
Life can get crazy busy, but that doesn't mean you can't find joy in the midst of it all! In this event, we'll explore practical tips and strategies to help you embrace joy even when your schedule is packed.
Discover the importance of finding moments of happiness and how it can positively impact your well-being. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your happiness!
What neurodivergent clients want their therapist to know
This online session aims to equip counsellors with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support neurodivergent clients based upon research into the lived experiences of neurodivergent clients in therapy.
Join us for insightful discussions,and practical tips that will enhance your counselling practice. There is relatively little research on the direct experiences of neurodivergent clients in therapy and Silja Turville is a neurodivergent therapist and coach who specialises in working with neurodivergent clients.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference in the lives of those you support!
Finding the best school for your child with additional support needs
The reality in the UK is that it can be hard to know what kind of school to look for and the perfect school does not always present itself around the corner. This can leave parents worrying about the process so much it is hard to take action.
Join us for expert advice and insights on finding the right educational environment based upon what you know from what already works and does not work for your child.
We are additional support needs experts and Silja Turville who is leading the webinar has many years of experience in finding educational settings for individual learners. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and connect with others facing similar challenges. Register now and secure your spot!
The neurodivergence affirming approach to the holiday season microwebinar
Join us for an online event where we will explore ways to make the holiday season easier by addressing the supports and adjustments you can make to reduce executive function overload, manage energy levels, reduce social anxiety and social hangovers and avoid sensory overload.
Kate Champion (ADHD coach) and Silja Turville (neurodivergence affirming therapist and coach) will share tips and strategies for creating a welcoming and understanding environment during this festive time of year. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to create a neurodivergence affirming plan for yourself!
Workshop series: Supporting Neurodivergence in the Workplace
This workshop series is for 1 hour per week online and covers how to create a neurodivergence friendly working environment including how to:
support neurodivergence in the hiring process
understand the impact of neurodivergence on individuals and the organisation
identify whether colleagues need additional support or flexibility to work in ways that better suit them
discuss adjustments and challenges, for example, using non-violent communication
what organisational adjustments can be useful
The series is for HR professionals, team leaders and anyone with an interest in supporting neurodivergence in the workplace.
Sessions take place from 11am to 12pm on Wednesdays starting on 20th September 2023 and take place every week finishing on 11th October 2023.
6 week small group programme: find your child's next school or college
This small group interactive workshop programme for 1 hour per week online takes you through the steps our professional school search team takes to find the most suitable schools for a SEND learner so that you can do this yourself in the most effective and time efficient way.
We take you through figuring out what your child needs, how to evidence this, how to create a longlist of relevant schools, creating your individual shortlist and how to go about accessing a placement.
We cover how you might wish to adapt your EHCP and how to apply for one if needed.
By the end you will have a personalised action plan to move forward.
Workshop dates are weekly from 12th September to 17th October inclusive.
The workshop series costs £425 including VAT and is limited to 4 families per programme.
Webinar: Supporting Neurodivergent Colleagues
This is a 1 hour online webinar for HR professionals and team leaders regarding how to best support neurodivergence in the workplace. We will cover what neurodivergence is including the key neurotypes such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia and dyspraxia, and how these can impact individuals at work, the benefits of being a neurodivergent friendly organisation and how to be a neurodivergence supportive team and organisation.
Finding a school for your learner with SEND
If you are worrying or struggling with finding the next school or college for your learner with SEND this 1 hour webinar will go through how to figure out and evidence what you need, how to create a comprehensive list of all relevant settings and then develop a bespoke shortlist and have the best chance of accessing a place.
6 week small group programme: find your child's next school or college
This small group interactive workshop programme for 1 hour per week online takes you through the steps our professional school search team takes to find the most suitable schools for a SEND learner so that you can do this yourself in the most effective and time efficient way.
We take you through figuring out what your child needs, how to evidence this, how to create a longlist of relevant schools, creating your individual shortlist and how to go about accessing a placement.
We cover how you might wish to adapt your EHCP and how to apply for one if needed.
By the end you will have a personalised action plan to move forward.
The workshop series costs £425 including VAT and is limited to 4 families per programme.
Finding a school for your learner with SEND
If you are wondering about whether your child is in the right school or college this webinar is for you.
We talk through how to find the most appropriate options and how you might consider working with your child’s existing setting.
A senior educational adviser from our team will share how we go about finding the right settings for clients and what might be needed to secure the placement.
We will cover EHCPs and transition support with opportunities to ask questions as we go along.
This is an online webinar and serves as a good introduction for those planning to attend our six week workshop on finding a school for your SEND learner.
£20 per place.
Finding a school or college for a SEND learner
In this course, you will have 6, 1 hour sessions online with one of our senior education advisory team specialists. In a small group, with a maximum of 4 families, we will talk you through the process of finding your child’s next school or college setting.
We will support you in working out what your child needs, how to evidence these needs, consider how to approach the EHCP process if needed, the type of school to look for, where to look and how to narrow down the list.
You will be supported by our team throughout the process and be able to ask questions, troubleshoot and also to know that you are not alone.
The course takes place at 12pm for 6 weeks from Tuesday 28th February, for one hour over Microsoft Teams. It costs £425 including VAT per family.
Email us to ask any questions you have at education@acorntooakeducation.org and book here
ADHD at Work (online event)
Our lunchtime workshop discusses what ADHD at work can look and feel like, how to use your strengths and access the right support.