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Congratulations to our Apprentices!

We are delighted to announce that our Apprentices successfully passed their Level 3 Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools Diploma! The training enabled the team to develop their knowledge and skills around child development, safeguarding, equality, diversity, and …
17th September 2020

Free Online Events in September

Parenting Special Children are running a number of events online via Zoom. They are free for Berkshire families (£5 refundable booking deposit) or at a nominal cost. Some events have a small number of tickets available for non-Berkshire families. Please …
15th September 2020

Out of Hours Clubs

We are pleased to welcome back our out of hours clubs for all students. Out of Hours Clubs – Information for parents Image via Chuttersnap on Unsplash
10th September 2020

Difficult Conversations Course – Feedback

Some of our parents and teachers took part in the online course on how to handle ‘Difficult Conversations’ successfully and confidently, please click here for information on this course These are the course comments: Parent: ‘I found the course very …
15th July 2020

Parenting Special Children – Lockdown Support Workshops

Parenting Special Children are providing a series of 3 linked workshops for parents/carers to support children’s emotional regulation during lockdown. These workshops have been designed for parents and carers of children who are showing behaviours of concern such as anger, aggression …
23rd June 2020

Online Assembly by The Duchess of Cambridge

The Duchess of Cambridge to lead an online assembly on mental well-being among children On Thursday 18th June 20, the Duchess of Cambridge will lead an online assembly for the Oak National Academy during which she will speak about the …
17th June 2020

Launch of Arbour Vale School social media

Arbour Vale School are making use of social media to enhance our communication. This is key in allowing us to provide effective, fast and succinct information that is easily accessible to a wider audience. These platforms will provide the ability …
12th June 2020

A visit from Cate Duffy

Last week, Arbour Vale School had a visit from Cate Duffy, Strategic Director Children, Learning and Skills for Slough Borough Council to see what some of our students are up to during lockdown. Cate said “Lovely visit to Arbour Vale …
29th May 2020

Arbour Vale Association – Smile.Amazon and easyfundraising

During the current situation we all find ourselves in, Arbour Vale Association’s normal fundraising channels have been restricted. Online shopping has increased and Arbour Vale Association would like to encourage you to actively promote the 2 links below among friends …
26th May 2020

National Smile Month – 18th May until 18th June 2020

National Smile Month is the largest and longest-running campaign to promote good oral health. Together, with thousands of individuals and organisations, it highlights three key messages, all of which go a long way in helping us develop and maintain a …
21st May 2020

Sleeping Difficulties Online Course

Dear parents/carers, There is a ‘Sleeping Difficulties’ online course on the 5th June that currently has plenty of spaces. If you are interested in taking part please see this website: https://www.parentingspecialchildren.co.uk/event/sleep-for-parents-of-children-and-young-people-with-additional-needs-zoom-event-2/
20th May 2020

“Difficult Conversations” Online Course

Hello! Let me take this opportunity to tell you a bit more about myself! My name’s Lyn and I’m the parent of 4 grown up children.  I am also a teacher and accredited ADHD Coach/ASD Advisor who has been doing …
15th May 2020