Bright Start supports children who have emerging special educational needs (SEND) and/or disabilities. The following activities, run by Bright Start staff, are available by appointment. For more information speak to a member of staff at your local children's centre. Chatterpillars is a communication focussed stay and…
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- After-school and holidaysWeek 1: Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 April, Week 2: Tuesday 9 to Thursday 11 April April 2024 10am to 4pmHoliday Playscheme. Available to all Deaf and hard of hearing children between 6 - 11 (Children's group) and 11 - 16 (Youth Group). Lots of fun activities! Complete the online Admission form It is essential that you book your child's place in advance by completing this…
- Learning Disability Network London (formerly the Westminster Society) is an award-winning charity providing services for people with learning disabilities and their families. We are based in Camden, Islington, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. We have extensive experience of supporting people with a range of learning…
- Open Monday to Sunday from 7am until 10pHome Care, Live-in Care, and Commercial Cleaning Services for Adults & Children. The aim of Verrolyne Services is to ensure the care and support provided is tailored to fit each individual's needs so that you can remain independent and you are able to make your…
- Tuesday and Wednesday 1-2:30 pm, term-timePalace for All is a place for children of all abilities, their parents, carers and their families. You and your children can play in a safe, supportive environment. Meet other parents to share experiences and knowledge. PALACE - Play and Learn and Creative Education -…
- Autism Hub Drop-in is every Monday between 11:00 and 13:00.The Autism Hub Islington and Camden is a user-led initiative by and for adults with High-Functioning Autism and Asperger’s. They aim to improve the quality of life for adults with autism by connecting people to resources, services and organisations from a central point, “The Hub”.…
- After-school and holidaysTuesday 4-6.30pmYouth Club accessible for young, Deaf people aged 11-19. It is a great place to catch up with friends and play games with people of a similar age. We have limited spaces due to adhering to Government Guidelines, so if you are interested, please book…
- Transforming Care, Prevention and Support (TCaPS) is an outreach service managed by Islington which operates in Islington, Camden and Haringey. The overall aim of the TCaPS service is prevent families from going into crisis, and ultimately to reduce Tier 4 hospital admissions and residential placements…
- Disabled Children’s Consultation and Advice Team (DCCAT) are based at the Lough Road Centre How do we work? The Disabled Children’s Consultation and Advice Team does not case hold, but are a small team of three advisors with a wide range of experience, skills and…
- The Family Outreach Team in Islington is a new service that was launched in October 2020. Our team works in partnership with parents, disabled young people, schools and professionals to help support families with a child or young person with a disability where there are…
- The Disabled Children’s Family Support and Reviewing Team (FSRT) is based at the Lough Road Centre. The team is part of the Disabled Children's Service (DCS). All the children accessing this service will have a Child in Need (CIN) support plan and Personal Budget (PB)…
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pmThe Disabled Children’s Direct Payments Team is based at the Lough Rd Centre. The team works closely with the Disabled Children’s Social Work Team (DCT) and the Disabled Children’s Family Support and Reviewing Team (FSRT) to set up child in need Support Plans and Personal…
- Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pmThe School Wellbeing Service, SWS, supports children, young people and families experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties such as, worries, anxiety, stress and low mood at school. The SWS works together with schools and colleges to build on the excellent mental health provisions already available in the borough and is part of a national programme. The SWS aims to improve capacity for…
- After-school and holidaysMonday to Friday, every holiday apart from ChristmasThe holiday playscheme runs each holiday, apart from Christmas. Parents can apply direct to schemes to enquire about fees and availability for childcare places. Families eligible for Lunch Bunch will be able to book some free sessions, depending on availability. Age: Reception to Year 6Hours:…
- Open Tuesday - Friday 9am - 6pmGrowing Hope is a charity providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs living in Camden and Islington in partnership with King's Cross Church. We aim to grow hope for children through the provision of free therapy services. Hope for families through…
- Free online courses for parents and carers These free, online courses for parents and carers are based on the Solihull Approach to parenting which promotes emotional health and well-being by supporting relationships. Courses available include antinatal, postnatal, children and young people, and can be completed…
- Thursday, 11.30am-1.30pmArsenal in the Community are running football sessions for adults with learning disabilities. There are also sessions for visually impaired and blind people (over 14s), upper and lower body amputees, deaf (under 18s) and people with mental health diagnoses. To find out more about any…
- At the Royal Society for Blind Children, they believe no child in the UK should grow up to be poor or lonely just because they are blind. There are an estimated 36,000 blind and partially sighted children and young people in England and Wales. Every day,…
- Do you want to learn to speak English? (ESOL) To join an English class, contact us for more information. A teacher will check your English speaking, listening, reading and writing and help you to find a class. There are 5 levels of ESOL. Assessments are…
- Samuel Rhodes Outreach Team works with mainstream school staff to support the learning and inclusion of any students with moderate learning difficulties. They build capacity in schools by providing blocks of outreach and by providing training. They work with teaching staff to target set, advise…
- The NRC Outreach Service provides services to schools to improve pupil/student behaviour and reduce exclusions. They provide the following services to mainstream primary and secondary schools in Islington to enable schools to develop their capacity to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs: Staff…
- Monday to Friday, 10am to 2pm and 6-10pm; Saturday and Sunda, 10am to 1pmSupport for family members over 18 via a telephone, text and email service. Free help with parenting questions, and more complex issues via Befrienders and Counsellors. The service uses a network of volunteers to support family members. Volunteer with this serviceThis service is run by…
- Parents Connect is for parents or carers of disabled children. The aim of the service is to: reduce isolation build a support network with other parents provide useful information (how to approach professionals, what local/national support is available for you/your child Parents Connect will: have…
- DViP offers a Domestic Violence Prevention Programme for men who have been violent and abusive towards a partner or ex-partner. DViP supports men to: explore their anger, understand the differences between feelings and behaviour, issues of accountability and honesty, what it means to be a…
- Post-diagnostic webinar series (Specialist programme) WHAT IS THIS PROGRAMME? The post-diagnostic webinar series is for parents of children or young people who have a confirmed diagnosis of autism and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (aged 5-18). The webinar series provides parents and carers…
- The Community Paediatric service in Islington is for children age 0-18 (or up to age 19 if still attending school) with neurodevelopmental conditions or disabilities, and associated health problems. Specialist Paediatricians undertake assessment, diagnosis and management of children with a range of developmental difficulties and…
- Saturday, 10am to 12pm, term-time; 11am to 1pm from 15 JuneFootball sessions with coaches for children, 7 to 16 years, with special educational needs and disabilities, SEND. No need to book, just turn up and play!
- Support is generally available from Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm, frequency and duration depending on family choice and needs.Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity supports seriously ill children and their families in the family home and local community. Families who have a child or young person up to the age of 18 with a life threatening or terminal condition (for example cancer, some neurological conditions,…
- Domestic Abuse, Recovering Together (DART) is a group programme developed by NSPCC to help families recover from the adverse effects of domestic abuse. DART helps to rebuild & strengthen the parent-child relationship and helps children who have been affected by domestic abuse deal with day-to-day…
- Thursday mornings (10 am-12.30 pm)This programme has been specially designed for parents and carers of children aged 5 - 11 years who have a confirmed diagnosis of ADHD/ADD by a professional. The programme meets the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) parenting programme guidelines. This group provides parents &…
- SFSC supports parents to strengthen their parenting skills and enhance relationships with their children. The programme considers ways to build stronger community connections and promote children’s safety and wellbeing. It addresses issues relating to community violence (including drugs, guns, and knife crime). Parents also learn…
- SFSC supports parents to strengthen their parenting skills and enhance relationships with their children. The programme considers ways to build stronger community connections and promote children’s safety and wellbeing. It addresses issues relating to community violence (including drugs, guns, and knife crime). Parents also learn…
- SFSC supports parents to strengthen their parenting skills and enhance relationships with their children. The programme considers ways to build stronger community connections and promote children’s safety and wellbeing. It addresses issues relating to community violence (including drugs, guns, and knife crime). Parents also learn…
- The Incredible Years programme supports parents to feel less stressed and become more confident in managing their child’s behaviour. The group provides the opportunity to meet other parents and learn positive parenting strategies to help reduce negative behaviours and increase positive child behaviours. This course…
- The Incredible Years programme supports parents to develop confidence in being a parent. The group provides the opportunity to meet other parents whilst learning positive parenting strategies to increase the child’s self-esteem and reduce aggressive behaviour problems. Parents will develop an understanding of the different…
- The Incredible Years programme supports parents to effectively manage their child’s behaviour as they grow and develop (and enter primary school). The group provides the opportunity to meet other parents whilst learning how to manage misbehaviour using age-appropriate positive parenting strategies. The programme will also…
- See Zoom timetable onlineThe creative communication group will run every Thursday during term time (on Zoom until Covid lockdown ends) and will be a fun and safe place for children with social communication difficulties such as autism or ADHD to come together, meet other children and try new…
- We are a project that provides free advocacy to help parents appeal against their child’s permanent exclusion. We specialise in disability discrimination and cases where the child has special educational needs. Those children with disabilities and special educational needs are at a much higher risk…
- Just for Kids Law’s vision is for all children and young people in the UK to have their legal rights and entitlements respected and promoted, and their voices heard and valued. Our advocates offer tailored, one-to-one support every step of the way. The School Exclusions…
- Wednesday 9.30-11am, 21 February to 27 March 2024English for Parents with their Children under age 4. Make friendsImprove your reading and writing skillsDevelop your speaking and listening skillsLearn different strategies to support children's literacy skills Suitable for beginner ESOL parents and children under age 4 To book contact 020 7527 4089 or…
- Mondays and Wednesday 9.30am to 2.30pmPlaces are available on free ESOL trainning organised by the Refugee Women's Association. Book your place now. Childcare and travel expenses paid.To register you will need proof of ID, address and benefits/income status.
- Website of the charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for deaf people.
- 1.30 pm - 2.15 pm...Let your imagination run wild! Discover Children's Story Centre is a place where children and their famlies can enjoy playing, learning and making up stories together. Story tealling session (45 minutes) lead by the Discover Story Builder. Afterwards roam around and play in different areas…
- VariousYoga for the Special Child, is a unique therapeutic yoga method that has changed the lives of countless children with special needs around the world. The program was pioneered by Sonia Sumar who had a daughter with Special Needs herself. Sonia designed this method in…
- The Children’s Tier 2 Audiology Service is provided to all children and young people in Islington between the ages of 6 months and 19 years, if still in education and has developmental problems or a disability where there are concerns about hearing problems requiring audiological…
- Website of The Curly Hair Project, which aims to help people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their loved ones.
- Website of charity supporting families affected by a syndrome without a name.
- The Islington Dyslexia Network offers a full literacy assessment, and gives specialistadvice about reading, writing and spelling difficulties. Every member of the team is trained as an SpLD assessor and is a member of AMBDA (Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association).
- We are a charity founded in 1870 to create brighter futures for children and young people. We work in Islington and across the UK providing children’s homes, supported housing, fostering and specialist support services, all designed for young people in care, on the edge of…