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Working with Students with English as an Additional LanguageEnable EAL students to overcome the language barrier

This course will provide teachers and teaching assistants with the confidence to promote a fully inclusive approach to students with English as an additional language. Methods for tracking progress and promoting literacy will be explored and strategies for adopting these to meet the needs of the individual are considered.

Course content• Practical ways of helping new students settle into school• Common problems faced by students during the early stages of

language acquisition• Planning, preparation and delivery of curriculum-based language

learning activities• Identification of resources to meet specific needs• Assessment of students with EAL• How teachers and TAs can work together to promote learning of EAL

students

Very clear and effective course and most of all directed to our

needs.

Sylvia Stones - Westlands School and Technology College

Call: 0800 881 8185 | www.creativeeducation.co.uk/7668 | Fax: 020 7190 5853

Course datesWe run courses in 11 cities across the country

view datesCourse reference: 7668ZTC Price: £299+VAT Timings: 10am - 4pm

Suitable forTeachers, teaching assistants and support staff in primary, secondary or special schools looking for ideas to promote the learning of EAL students.

Being an Effective Mentor, Getting the Best out of Your StudentsDevelop the skills and knowledge you need to work effectively with students

This course explores the benefits of different styles of mentoring and their application, and will provide delegates with the skills, knowledge and resources needed to implement effective mentoring as soon as they return to school / college.

Course content• Mentoring styles overview – which strategy works best when?• Communication skills – actively listening and responding appropriately• Group mentoring skills – ensuring that every student’s voice is heard

and addressed• One to one mentoring skills – facilitating student reflection and goal

setting• Objective setting and monitoring – ensuring and celebrating success

Very informative and interesting. Leaving with fresh ideas and

strategies.

Nicola Brown - Childwall School - A Specialist Sports College




Suitable forAny member of teaching or non-teaching staff who would like to build on their skills and knowledge to enable effective mentoring of students.

http://www.creativeeducation.co.uk/course/7668




Supporting Literacy Skills: a Course for Teaching AssistantsDevelop the practical skills to accelerate literacy skills in your students

The role of the teaching assistant is crucial in the support of literacy skills. What to support and how to provide support is a familiar dilemma, but knowing where to start helps! This course will help teaching assistants to have a clearer understanding of what exactly ‘literacy’ is; learn how to support effectively; and discover how to encourage children to become independent learners.

Course content• Looking at writing skills and how to support and develop them• Understanding how formative assessment works in the classroom• How children read: reading strategies• Encouraging handwriting style and presentation• Supporting pupils struggling to spell

Very informative and a lot of good ideas/skills to take back and pass

on to other staff and students.

Samantha Pitchford - Hurworth School




Suitable forTeaching assistants, learning support assistants and other learning support staff in secondary schools who want to increase their skills and knowledge in supporting student literacy.

Music for Students with Autism: a Multi-Sensory ApproachHow to use music as a powerful tool to support ASD students

Music is a powerful, therapeutic, non-threatening technique that has been shown to have great impact with those on the autistic spectrum. This course will show you how to make the most of music as a tool for those with autism, and how to develop your current practice, through the use of multiple instruments, storytelling and ICT.

Course content• Background to the nature of ASD• The musical elements – warming up the voice, breathing and rhythm• The use of different instruments, storytelling and ICT• How to develop lesson plans which incorporate music• Using musical interventions for specific situations

Thoroughly enjoyed it and looking forward to putting ideas into

practice.

Chris Sanson - Bidwell Brook School




Suitable forTeachers working with students with autism within a mainstream or special school who want to enhance the learning of ASD students through music.





Essential Coaching and Mentoring Skills for TAs and LSAsAdding value to your support role

Recent studies have highlighted the important role that TAs and LSAs can play in raising students’ achievement through the use of coaching and mentoring as part of effective intervention strategies. This course will help them develop key skills to play an essential role in the use of pupil premium, closing the gap and maintaining motivation for all pupils.

Course content• Understand what makes an effective coaching and mentoring

programme• Develop essential skills to become a coach or mentor and support

individuals or small groups• Use a range of approaches and models to understand children’s needs

and develop appropriate interventions• Effectively monitor and evaluate the impact on the students




Suitable forTeaching assistants and LSAs who would like to develop the skills and knowledge needed to enable effective coaching and mentoring of students.

of delegates rate our courses as ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’

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Making MFL Accessible for Pupils with SENAdapt your lessons to meet the diverse needs of SEN learners

Teachers and teaching assistants aiming to make MFL lessons more accessible for students with special educational needs will benefit from this course. An overview of the range of needs of SEN students will be given and strategies offered for adapting MFL lessons to address these needs.

Course content• SEN overview: the diverse needs of SEN learners• Creating MFL schemes of work that address the needs of every learner• Setting achievable, motivational and challenging targets• Monitoring and assessment• Adapting teaching and learning strategies to address the needs of SEN

learners• The role of learning support assistants and teaching assistants

An interesting course which provided me with some good

ideas and resources.

Sarah Jenkins - Mountain Ash Comprehensive School




Suitable forMFL teachers, teaching assistants and heads of department in UK secondary schools who want to ensure that language lessons are accessible and engaging for students with SEN.





Developing the Role of Non-teaching Pastoral StaffHow to develop your personal skills to provide essential support for students

There is an ever-increasing number of non-teachers in pastoral roles and their remit is constantly growing. This course will develop skills in building rapport and relationships with students, effective working with outside agencies and creating a whole-school approach to pastoral care.

Course content• Improving communication skills• De-escalating anger and causes of conflict• Strategies for supporting individual students• Examples of good practice

One of the best courses I have attended. Very interesting.

Vanessa Mansfield - Norwich School




Suitable forNon-teaching pastoral staff in UK secondary schools who want to develop their skills and knowledge.


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Anxiety, Depression and Obsessions - Supporting Students With Mental Health DisordersSupport students with anxiety, depression and obsessions to improve their wellbeing, attendance and attainment

Mental health disorders are surprisingly common, affecting a considerable number of children and young people. A significant percentage of 5-16 year-olds have a diagnosed mental health disorder and others have problems that have not yet been formally diagnosed. Poor mental health can have a major impact on a child’s education, with poor attendance and lower attainment common among students with mental health disorders. Schools have a key role to play in supporting these young people to achieve their potential and improve their emotional wellbeing.

Course content• Understand different types of mental health disorders• Recognise the signs and symptoms of some of the most common

mental health disorders• Identify students in need of support• Work with parents and carers to support their child effectively• Establish when to involve external agencies• Promote positive wellbeing through the curriculum




Suitable forPastoral leaders, heads of year, mentors, teaching assistants and other staff who want to support pupils and students who are suffering from mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression or obsessions.





From Bullying to Bereavement - Providing Emotional Support for Distressed StudentsPromoting a culture of emotional health and well-being in your school

This course will enable you to understand and provide a supportive response to those students who may undergo traumatic times in school. You will return to school equipped with strategies and techniques to help you support students dealing with grief, bullying, anger, stress, friendship and relationship issues and all other overwhelming emotions.

Course content• Develop knowledge of approaches to counselling in young people at

school• Understand how to constructively relate to young people in acute

distress when facing emotional trauma• Recognise the importance of excellent communication and

interpersonal skills• Explore the factors which can cause, or prevent, anger and stress in

the school community• Identify how to implement a positive school culture which encourages

well-being for pupils and staff




Suitable forSuitable for anyone who has regular contact with pupils experiencing emotional health issues including pastoral carers, year heads, support staff and senior leaders responsible for policy and professional training.


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Experience Learning Beyond the Primary ClassroomCreate opportunities and implement activities that will enrich learning and increase your confidence to educate outdoors

School grounds are frequently not used to their full potential, which means that learners of all ages and abilities are missing out on vital opportunities to progress at school. This course aims to find out why this is, and through practical activities, case studies and the latest research, discover how exciting, valuable and informative outdoor education can be for adults and pupils alike.

Course content• Understand the benefits to pupils and the importance and relevance of

an outdoor education• Become a confident and knowledgeable leader of outdoor education• Use outdoor education as a catalyst for school improvement• Gather practical ideas and plan activities to embed cross curricular

outdoor learning and implement a whole school ethos of outdoor education




Suitable forTeachers and TAs will deepen their understanding and knowledge of the benefits and importance of outdoor learning and therefore become more confident practitioners in this field.


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Positive Well-being: Building Your ResilienceHow to unwind from the stresses of the day and build the resilience to keep moving forward

Anyone who works in an educational setting knows that some days can be much more demanding than others! Using proven techniques from physical and emotional health experts, this course will equip you with the powerful strategies to help you unwind and be better prepared to face the challenges ahead.

Course content• Understand the fundamental importance of caring for yourself so that

you can care for others• Consider the power of an alternative viewpoint - the Hot Cross Bun

model• Strengthen your resilience and develop good habits for staying positive• Discover simple suggestions for building personal confidence and

raising self-esteem• Practice proven techniques to help you unwind• Acquire skills to recover and move on from the inevitable flashpoints

and conflict situations




Suitable forTeachers, leaders and support staff - anyone who feels the stresses and strains of working in education will benefit from these practical ideas.


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Textile Print and Print TechniquesAn exciting practical exploration of textile printing in the art classroom

A hands-on workshop giving participants the opportunity to learn about, and experiment with, a variety of printing and dyeing methods. This workshop runs with a maximum of six participants, enabling the programme to be tailored to meet the needs of each individual, whether a complete beginner or an expert looking for new ideas. Due to the strict limitation on numbers we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

Course content• Screen printing using stencils• Block printing• Discussion of the practical use of dyes in a school environment• Monoprinting with textile dyes

Excellent hands on practical experience. Lots of ideas to take

back to school that will work!

Catherina Daniels - City of London Academy (Southwark)




Suitable forArt, design and technology and textiles teachers who want to learn new printing and dyeing skills they can use in the classroom.





Practical Differentiation for Students with Specific Learning NeedsEasy ways to differentiate your teaching so that every child can achieve

This course will provide teachers and support staff with classroom based strategies to support students with dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and language processing issues. The course will provide strategies for improving perception, organisation and processing. There will be opportunities to review resources and links to help in class support and development of skills.

Course content• Understanding the barriers to learning• Building self esteem and motivation• Improving perception organisation and processing• Planning support for individuals• Review of resources and links

Really friendly and helpful with effective and realistic advice

Emma Owen - Llanfyllin High School




Suitable forSupport staff, teachers or heads of department who want to explore practical strategies for differentiating teaching to meet the needs of learners with specific learning difficulties.

Developing Writing Skills of Less Confident PupilsEnable less confident pupils to develop the key skills they need to communicate

Many pupils find it difficult to write, organise their writing or to decide on content. The appropriate support of adults, whether teachers or teaching assistants, can make enable these children’s writing skills to flourish. This course is suitable for staff working with KS2 or KS3 pupils struggling to write. You will explore a wide range of tasks and techniques designed to increase confidence and enhance ability of less able writers whose first language is English.

Course content• Identifying the barriers to confident writing• Providing effective and relevant support• Enhancing self-esteem, confidence and motivation• Using self-assessment as a positive learning tool• Developing independent writers• Tracking progress and celebrating success

Very informative with many useful tools/strategies given to

implement.

Jennifer Christie - Heartlands Academy




Suitable forSecondary school teachers and support staff who looking for strategies, skills and ideas to support writing skills of less confident students.





Raising Standards of More Advanced EAL LearnersMaking sure that EAL learners are supported and challenged in equal measure

In busy secondary schools, advanced EAL learners are a hidden underperforming group who tend to be forgotten. This course will help you to consider how you can improve provision for more advanced EAL learners to accelerate their progress and raise their achievement. This course is suitable for EAL as well as subject teachers looking for practical strategies for use in the classroom.

Course content• Identifying more advanced EAL learners – why we should focus on

them• Assessing development of the four language skills• Bridging the gap between text and talk in the classroom• Improving the literacy skills of more fluent speakers• Supporting and challenging advanced EAL learners• Using mentoring and alternative accreditation to enhance achievement

Very helpful, many practical suggestions to use and develop.

Carole Steven-Fountain - Bryanston School




Suitable forEAL teachers or leaders and subject teachers looking for practical strategies to stretch and challenge the most able EAL learners.

Using Music to Develop Communication Skills in the Special SchoolHow music can be an indispensable tool for overcoming barriers to communication

Music can provide a fantastic bridge to communication for pupils in special schools. Ideas for using music to enhance communication across the curriculum will be explored as well as more in depth activities which would be most easily enjoyed as part of the music curriculum.

Course content• Identifying barriers to communication and using music to address these• Ideas for using music as a self-esteem and confidence builder• Rhymes, songs and musical games that motivate and inspire learning• Developing communication and social skills using music across the

curriculum• Focusing on speech, articulation and language skills in the music

classroom• Using music to help when communication breaks down

It was great to have a course tailored for SEN teachers.

Bridget Radford - Ysgol Heol Goffa




Suitable forTeachers and support staff in special schools looking for ways to enhance student communication and enjoyment.





‘A Mile in my Shoes’ - the Dyslexic/Dyspraxic ExperienceUnderstand what it really feels like to suffer from dyslexia and dyspraxia

This course aims to look at the difficulties faced by students with dyspraxia and dyslexia by engaging colleagues in practical activities which allow them to experience them for themselves. The purpose of this is to provide for deeper understanding and allow colleagues to apply their skill and understanding of how it feels to have these specific learning disabilities to their classroom practice.

Course content• Spatial awareness; visual perception• Fine motor skills; balance and co-ordination• Decoding the written word; social skills• Visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learning

An excellent course, made me reconsider the way I support pupils. Enjoyed the practical

element very much.

Kirsten Schwarz- Casewell - Derby Grammar School




Suitable forTeachers, teaching assistants. Learning support assistants and SENCOs responsible for supporting students with dyslexia or dyspraxia.

Working as a Technician in the Science LabEnabling you to add real value to science lessons as well as helping them run smoothly

Effective science technicians are crucial to the smooth running of chemistry, biology, physics or general science lessons. Working with our experienced course leader you will develop knowledge, skills and strategies which will enable you to add real value to science lessons and contribute to their smooth running. This course is suitable for all science technicians and teaching assistants.

Course content• Overview of scientific terminology, common pitfalls and sources of

further information• Planning and supporting learning activities in science• Health and safety in practical lessons• Behaviour management in the science lab• Personal development plan

Great content, a lot of ideas to take back and use.

Adam Hutchinson




Suitable forScience technicians, working in schools of any type, who are keen to optimise their performance and enhance their skills.





Raising Standards Through the Mentoring of Young PeopleHow to use mentoring as a powerful tool to enable students to realise their potential

Young people growing up in western societies have to deal with a rapidly-changing social world. These changes have their greatest effect on the young people who are most poorly equipped to deal with them. Trained mentors can play an important role in helping young people to raise standards, tackle and learn from failure and create a new culture of opportunity and success.

Course content• What works – factors that can improve the effectiveness of mentoring• How mentoring works best in schools and colleges• Screening prospective mentors• Academic and pastoral mentoring• Structured activities for mentors and protégés• Mentoring as a part of a whole-school approach to raising attainment

Very informative and well presented. Has given me lots of

ideas.

Louise Taylor - The de Ferrers Academy




Suitable forSubject leaders, teachers and teaching assistants who want to help raise attainment through mentoring.

SEN in the Science LaboratoryMaking science lessons more accessible and meaningful for students with special educational needs

Teachers and teaching assistants aiming to make science lessons more accessible for students with special educational needs will benefit from this course. An overview of the range of needs of SEN students will be given and strategies offered for adapting science lessons to meet these needs.

Course content• SEN overview: the diverse needs of SEN learners• Creating science schemes of work that address the needs of every

learner• Setting achievable, motivational and challenging targets• Monitoring and assessment• Adapting teaching and learning strategies to address the needs of SEN

learners• The important role of support staff

Useful tips and ideas to implement into classroom and department.

Ensures you have the correct things in place.

Michelle Frankland - Ridgeway High School




Suitable forScience teachers, support staff and heads of department in UK secondary schools who want to ensure that science lessons are accessible and engaging for students with SEN.





Classroom Management for TAs and Cover SupervisorsAn in-depth guide to the essentials of classroom management

Teaching assistants and cover supervisors can be asked to teach or support a variety of different subjects, sometimes at very short notice. For this reason it is vital to have a range of flexible teaching skills at your disposal that you can use to take control of the classroom, gain the respect of the class quickly and maximise the opportunities for learning. This course will equip you with the practical skills you need to teach in a variety of situations. It is ideal for those staff from primary, secondary and special schools, as well as FE colleges.

Course content• Leading learning – applying leadership and team working skills to the

classroom• Communicating effectively in the classroom• Adapting your skills and knowledge to teach any topic• Gaining the trust and respect of students quickly• Effective strategies for motivating and engaging students

Informative, good to meet others to share experience and advice.

Kirsty Underwood - Garth Hill College




Suitable forTeaching assistants and cover supervisors who want to build on their ability to lead and manage the class.

Maximising the Role of the Maths Teaching AssistantHow to develop your skills to become an indispensable part of the maths department

Teaching assistants play a very important role in the maths department enabling all students to access the curriculum; maths lessons to run efficiently and a wide variety of learning activities to be used to enhance understanding. Teaching assistants who regularly support the teaching of maths will find this course helpful in enabling them to fulfil their role successfully and effectively.

Course content• Understanding the role of the teaching assistant in maths• Working with individual pupils and small groups• Strategies for maximising effectiveness• Ideas for teaching including times tables• Supporting pupils with additional needs including SEN and G&T• Leading learning through fun maths activities

Very informative and lots of good practice and ideas to take back to

school.

Karen Hodgson - Swan Valley Community School




Suitable forMaths teaching assistants and other support staff working in the maths department looking to build on their skills for offering effective support to students.





Special Needs and PE: Effective Inclusion in PracticeProviding opportunities for effective and meaningful inclusion of all students in PE

With the governmental drive to include students with disabilities into the general curriculum, this course aims to enable specialist and non-specialist physical education teachers to successfully address those students’ needs in lessons.

Course content• Movement disorders and their social implications• Aphasia and dyspraxia• Developing and choosing appropriate games for special needs

students• The integrated PE lesson Fantastic forum for sharing

ideas and experiences. Plenty of practical advice for improving delivery of PE to SEN students.

Phillip Stiff - Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School




Suitable forSpecialist and non-specialist PE teachers and support staff who want to fully engage students with special needs in the PE curriculum.

World Textiles - Vibrant Ideas for the ClassroomA practical workshop that covers traditional and textile techniques from around the world

A practical workshop focusing on culturally-diverse textiles. A number of different textiles from around the world will be explored, including embroidery, appliqué, resist printing, dyeing, printing and felt-making.

Course content• Understanding textiles in a cultural context - traditional and

contemporary• Presentation of actual examples• Craft, design, materials and techniques• Developing ideas using appropriate materials and techniques

Fabulous course, lots of practical examples. Best course I have been

on by far.

Sally Griffiths - Lingfield Notre Dame School




Suitable forArt, design and technology and textiles teachers who want to learn a range of culturally diverse textiles techniques they can use in the classroom.





Health and Safety in the Science LaboratoryTaking the risk out of exciting practicals in the science lab

This course is designed for technicians and teachers who work in laboratories. It will provide an essential introduction to individual responsibilities under health and safety law, as well as COSHH, controlling hazards in a laboratory environment and assessing risk. It will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle even the most demanding practicals.

Course content• Understanding the law and your responsibilities• Controlling hazardous substances in the lab (COSHH)• Assessing and managing risk• Implementing strategies for preventing common accidents• Carrying and lifting safely in the lab• Making your lab safer – personal action plan

A good course with useful and relevant content presented in

a professional yet light hearted manner! Excellent!

Lucinda Emery - Bournemouth & Poole College




Suitable forScience teachers, technicians and support staff who want to ensure that rigorous health and safety procedures are implemented in the school science laboratories.

Supporting Students with ASD - A Course for TAsProvide effective support to your ASD students inside and outside the classroom

Significant numbers of children and young people are being diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, requiring schools to provide appropriate support to enable them to achieve well and fulfil their potential. It is vital that schools plan and implement effective programmes for young people with ASD; teaching assistants and other support staff have a vital role to play in this. Having an understanding of the nature and effects of an autism spectrum disorder will enable you to provide effective, targeted support and enhance the educational experience and outcomes for students.

Course content• Recognise the signs of ASD• Explore what the ‘triad of impairments’ is, and the implications for

providing support• Understand the effects ASD may have on students’ communication,

coordination and behaviour• Identify practical strategies and methods to use in the classroom - and

outside it• Consider and evaluate a range of resources and sources of information

and advice




Suitable forAll teaching assistants and support staff.


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Reasons to choose Creative Education

20 years of experience delivering high quality CPD training to teachers and senior leaders.

Over 300 courses aimed at teachers, heads of department, middle and senior leaders and school support and premises staff.

Our courses are rated “Good” or “Outstanding” by 99% of delegates.

Courses held in 11 convenient locations across the country.

Our courses provide you with practical advice and strategies that can be used immediately.

In-house Training can be delivered throughout the year to provide you with the training you want, when you want it.

Our ready-made, tried and tested courses can be tailored to meet the needs of you and your staff in an In-house Training session.

An ever growing range of e-Learning training flexible to fit around the busy schedules of school staff.

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