Havering SEND Early Years Support Service - Making Communication Easier: How Visuals Can Help Your Child Connect Workshop
The SEND Early Years Support Service (SEND EYSS) is pleased to announce a comprehensive and engaging series of workshops designed exclusively for parent carers of children under 5 in Havering with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our workshops go beyond information-sharing—they offer hands-on, practical support, interactive activities, and opportunities for parents to ask questions and receive tailored advice from our experienced specialist advisors.
Each session focuses on providing relevant, easy-to-implement strategies, up-to-date resources, and expert insights to empower families in nurturing their child's development. We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative environment where families can connect, share experiences, and build a supportive network within the community.
Participants will benefit from:
- Direct access to SEND experts and advisors
- Practical demonstrations and real-life examples
- Opportunities to connect and learn from other families on similar journeys
Our aim is to ensure that every parent leaves with clear, actionable knowledge and renewed confidence to support their child’s unique needs. Whether you are looking for guidance on a specific challenge or seeking to broaden your understanding of SEND support, our workshops are designed to be engaging and informative.
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Time / Date Details
- When is it on
- Monday 1 June 2026 10:00am - 11:15am
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Online via Microsoft Teams
Availability
- Age Ranges
- Suitable for Havering Parents Carers of children under 5 years old
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- Description
Join us for an informative and supportive workshop on using visuals to make communication easier for your child.
If your child has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), you know that understanding and expressing feelings can sometimes be challenging. In this session, we’ll show you simple visual tools—like pictures, charts, and symbols—that can help your child understand routines, make choices, and share their thoughts, both at home and in pre-school.
You’ll see real examples, get hands-on tips, and have lots of chances to ask questions. We’ll talk through ways you can use visuals every day, whether it’s for getting ready in the morning or talking about feelings. Our aim is to help you feel more confident and supported, so you can help your child communicate and feel understood on their own unique journey.
What will we talk about?
Our goal is to provide you with clear, easy-to-use ideas for helping children communicate and understand their world—using visual tools that really work for children with SEND.
• Why use visuals? – Discover how visuals can reduce frustration, build independence, and make everyday routines smoother for your child.
• Types of visuals – See examples of visual supports like picture cards, daily schedules, and feelings charts, and learn how to use them at home and in pre-school.
• How to use visuals – Get simple, step-by-step guidance and see demonstrations, so you feel ready to start using visuals with your child right away
How will this session help my child and me?
By the end of this workshop, you’ll leave with useful ideas you can use straight away, a better understanding of how visuals help children with SEND, and the confidence to support your child’s communication every day.
To reserve your place at this workshop or any of our upcoming sessions, please use the link provided below. Early booking is encouraged as spaces are limited.
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