2007 Educators providing Courses

Paths To Learning

paths to learning

London

Paths to Learning was established as an EDUCATION CONSULTANCY, by Felicity Gunn, in 2018. ITS PRIMARY PURPOSE WAS TO SUPPORT PARENTS IN FINDING THE BEST EDUCATION FOR THEIR CHILDREN IN THE UK. Parents may have been: British and returning home after working abroad, or international and seeking a boarding school in the UK or looking for a Special School for a child with Learning Needs. Felicity placed a significant number of children successfully, in a wide range of schools, both maintained and independent. UNDERSTANDING CULTURES emerged as a key theme for: advising schools in the UK receiving children from other countries, and parents and their children who were coming to the UK. To that end she ran a Virtual Summit entitled KNOWING CULTURE FOR BETTER EDUCATION 2020 at which 20 eminent speakers including head teachers, school managers, pastoral leaders and cultural consultants, contributed insights in how to manage the complexities and nuances of cross-cultural relations, thereby ensuring a fruitful educational experience for children unfamiliar with “the way we do things here.” All talks have been transcribed and are still available at no cost. As Covid 19 sped around the globe it was clear that few parents would be moving, or wanting their children to travel to the UK, for their education. Then early in 2021, Felicity married and moved to Derbyshire. While the consultancy company no longer exists, FELICITY OFFERS EDUCATION CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO PARENTS and can be contacted through this email address: felicity@newhorizons21.com or postal address Felicity Hough, Education Consultant trading as Paths to Learning Curzon House Curzon Street Burton-on Trent DE14 2DH

Heathfield Primary & Nursery School

heathfield primary & nursery school

Nottingham

The principle aim of the school is for everyone in our school community to ‘Thrive Together’. Heathfield has a long track record of high–quality engaging education for children in Basford and Bulwell, this has been guided by our core values of ‘Knowledge, Nurture and Enrichment’. We provide a rounded and tailored curriculum that meets the needs of every child by knowing their individual contexts, needs, knowledge and skills. We then use our Heathfield Pledge to outline the expectations that we place on the pupils and ourselves. We are a recently expanded Local Authority maintained school with two campuses. Our original school is on Scotland Road in Basford and accommodates up to 280 pupils plus a nursery. Our second campus is on Highbury Vale (approx. a mile apart). The Kersall Drive Campus opened in October 2015 and now accommodates an additional 420 pupils plus a nursery. Achievement and enjoyment are important goals that we are determined to provide for all of our pupils in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves in providing a secure, yet stimulating, and challenging learning environment. We want our pupils to develop their strengths whilst having the confidence to address targets and areas identified for improvement. We welcome participation by parents and carers in all aspects of school life, and we look forward to working in partnership with you. No-one knows your child better than you and for this reason we very much value your co-operation to ensure the best possible outcomes for your child. If you would like paper copies of any of our policies, these are free of charge. Please contact the school office for such requests.

Out Of The Box Play And Creative Arts Therapy

out of the box play and creative arts therapy

London

My name is Esther Tomlinson and I am the Director of 'Out of the Box Play and Creative Arts Therapy.' I am an experienced Play Therapist and Theraplay Practitioner living in Cornwall. I have over fifteen years of experience working in Primary and Secondary schools. Before becoming a Play Therapist I worked as a teacher until I became frustrated that I couldn’t do enough to help every child in terms of their emotional and psychological issues. As a Play Therapist, I feel that I can make a huge difference in alleviating children’s distress. Using Creative resources such as sand tray, clay, puppets, music and art, children are supported to express themselves in a safe way and through their natural medium of play. My aim as a Play Therapist in Cornwall is to provide a safe and supportive environment in order for children to flourish, become resilient and to empower and enrich the lives of children in order for them to reach their potential. I am a practicing member registered with BACP (number 381768.) EXTRAS As a Play Therapist, I work to BACP ethical standards. I am committed to continuous professional development. As a Play Therapist, I have an up to date DBS, I’m fully insured, and receive regular clinical supervision. I also have experience as a Foster Carer, so I understand the needs of children who have been through developmental trauma and abuse. Esther Tomlinson Certified Play Therapist, Certified Theraplay Practitioner BA (hons) Music, PGCE Secondary Music, Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy, CTABRSM. Experienced Foster Carer. PAMS 4.0 assessor. Theraplay level one, Theraplay level two, Dyadic developmental Psychotherapy (level two.) Kindermusik educator.

NAIRO (National Association of Independent Reviewing Officers)

nairo (national association of independent reviewing officers)

It is a registered charity with the Charity Commission, Number 1159275 registered on 19.11.2014. NAIRO is a membership organisation for IRO practitioners. Membership is also available for others who have an interest in the role and who support and work towards NAIRO’s aims. This includes IRO managers, practitioners and academics from across the sector who are working and involved with children and young people in care. Our aims are to improve outcomes for children and young people who are looked after in England and Wales be maximising the positive impact of the reviewing process. We do this through: • Working in partnership with other childcare organisations to strengthen the profile and role of the IRO. • Developing measures to support IROs and improve practice. LATEST NEWS Government response to children’s social care review. The government has now published its response to the children’s social care review. It is called “Stable Homes, Built on Love: Implementation Strategy and Consultation Children’s Social Care Reform 2023” Click here to read more… Government response social care review Here is link CYPNow article about government response to social care review. Government reveals £200m plan for children’s social care reforms | CYP Now It appears our campaign has been successful and that the government is not going to scrap the IRO service. The article states that “Key recommendations suggested by MacAlister which have not been pushed forward by the government include proposals to scrap the role of independent reviewing officers” Click here to read more… NAIRO Campaign to oppose abolition of IRO role Click here to read more… NAIRO TRAINING – NEW EVENTS ANNOUNCED New training dates to be announced soon…

Dorin Park School & Specialist Sen College

dorin park school & specialist sen college

Chester

Dorin Park is a specialist all-age school for children and young people with physical difficulties, complex moderate learning difficulties, complex medical needs and general complex needs. Children can be admitted to us at any stage but most of our entrants arrive in Reception or Year 7 and are usually transferring to us from mainstream early years settings or mainstream primary schools. Our learning experience is designed to meets the needs of our students by marrying excellent personal development opportunities with an appropriate life skills curriculum and a relevant academic curriculum. Developing communication is a priority throughout the school. All our students in Seniors are given a Flight Path for their future development which is reviewed regularly as they move through the school to ensure they achieve their potential in all areas. Dorin Park is a school with a real sense of community – we really are a school family here. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming school with a strong emphasis on pastoral care alongside a rigorous academic education tailored to the needs of the individual. We believe in and practise personalised learning to meet the very different needs of all our students. You can find out more about the profile of our students on the Our Pupils page. We are a popular choice with parents, and visitors comment on the lovely calm and purposeful atmosphere within the school. Prospective parents and students are welcome to visit and experience the school for themselves if the SEN team at Cheshire West and Chester has indicated that Dorin Park may be a suitable place for your child – please see the Admissions page for details of how to arrange a tour.

The Royal Pinner School Foundation

the royal pinner school foundation

Helping the children of travelling salespeopleI feel that it is a great honour to have been elected Chairman of our Foundation, and I trust that we shall continue to be effective in providing educational support for children of travelling sales people during times of adversity. Many years ago, when I was experiencing a tricky time with my career, I was fortunate to receive a series of grants primarily to assist my youngest daughter, Claire, with her education and specialist swimming training. Royal Pinner’s assistance, at a crucial stage of Claire’s education, was invaluable. Claire went on to graduate from Leeds University as well as to participate in the Paralympic Games held in Athens, Beijing, London and Rio – where she won a Gold Medal. Obviously, our Royal Pinner grants were withdrawn when Lottery funding became available, but we shall be forever grateful for the support we received at a critical stage of Claire’s development. Being in receipt of support is one side of the Trust and, since becoming a Trustee several years ago, I have also seen the other side – helping to alleviate the hardships encountered by our beneficiaries and new applicants – and I have felt very humbled. Most of our families face and endure far more difficult circumstances than I did, but, on the other hand, I have also seen how effective our grants and pastoral support can be. Our focus remains on the sons and daughters of commercial travellers where there is also a specific need or hardship, and we aim to continue to provide effective educational support during the years to come.

Bbc

bbc

We’re impartial and independent, and every day we create distinctive, world-class programmes and content which inform, educate and entertain millions of people in the UK and around the world. We do this across: A portfolio of television services, including the UK’s most-watched channel BBC One, the pioneering online-only youth service BBC Three, and our multi award-winning channels for children, as well as national and regional television programmes and services across England. Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales Ten UK-wide radio networks, providing the best live music broadcasting in the UK, as well as speech radio which informs, educates and entertains. We also have two national radio services each in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and 39 local radio stations across England and the Channel Islands, providing an invaluable and unique service to listeners across the UK Our digital services including BBC News, Sport, Weather CBBC and CBeebies, iPlayer and BBC Sounds, BBC Red Button and our vast archive BBC World Service television, radio and online on more than 40 languages Established by a Royal Charter, the BBC is principally funded through the licence fee paid by UK households. Our role is to fulfil our mission and promote our Public Purposes. Our commercial operations including BBC Studios, the BBC’s award-winning production company and world-class distributor, provide additional revenue for investment in new programming and services for UK audiences. The BBC’s Board ensures that we deliver our mission and public purposes which are set out in the Charter. The Executive Committee is responsible for day-to-day management. We are regulated by Ofcom.

Seva Education, Health & Care

seva education, health & care

London

he Seva Care Group is an innovative, specialist, multi-disciplinary support provider based in London supporting those with learning disabilities, ASD, ADHD, behavioural, emotional and social needs and other complex needs. We offer a complete range of services from accommodation to community based support including day and night respite to education, work experience, employment opportunities and fully accessible transport resources. Seva Education currently caters for pupils from 7 to 25 years of age with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, ASD, ADHD and those with mild to moderate special needs and learning difficulties. Our schools are one part of several outreach facilities within the Seva Care Group, where services for children and young adults with disabilities, mental health and learning needs are met. Seva Education is very much at the center of the community that it serves, and relationships are strong. Our school's greatest strengths is its commitment to supporting its families. We truly believe that a safe, happy and comfortable child or young person is one who will thrive and reach their full potential. The curriculum delivered by our talented teaching and in-class support staff provides rich learning experiences and opportunities where every pupil gains knowledge and skills to understand and contribute to the world in which they live. This is complemented by the support of our therapy team, who engage pupils in emotional well-being, self-awareness and a range of therapies to meet individual outcomes. Each pupil has an individual learning plan which carves the pathway to their unique set of skills and interests. The curriculum builds aspirations, creates a sense of belonging and develops talent.

Art Classes

art classes

Uxbridge

My career as an artist started in 1996 when I was asked to illustrate articles from a national religious magazine in Italy. Through the years I developed skills in both digital illustration and hand paint with watercolour and acrylic. In 2002 I decided to take it further and attend a school of art and, in 2005, I graduated as a Comics illustrator and special effects artist. Since I was always attracted by the movie world, I decided to use my new certificate to approach this fantastic world. I worked few years for a production company which took me away from my Country of origin and gave me the opportunity to develop my skills as an artist and writer. I wrote several screenplays for the big screen and illustrated storyboards on a daily basis and here is when I started thinking about writing and illustrating stories for children. “The first tale of Sarah” in fact was born as an idea for a children’s movie but not developed more than a script. In 2015 I moved in the UK and I started working on my first personal project “The Tale of Sarah”, a three books series which I’m writing and illustrating. The first one was published in 2017 and I’m currently working on the second volume. My goal in sharing these stories is to share a message of hope with readers of all ages. As an artist I keep on developing my skills every day and trying new ways and techniques to improve my illustrations. In 2018, I enrolled BA in Illustration at the Open College of the Arts.

First4Aid

first4aid

Saintfield

Welcome to First4Aid, your life-saving partner in first aid training. We are dedicated to equipping individuals and organisations with the essential skills needed to save lives. Accredited by The First Aid Industry Body and an Approved Training Provider for The Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS), our training programs are designed to be practical, engaging, and delivered by professionals with extensive hands-on experience. Our Mission At First4Aid, our mission is to make learning first aid accessible, practical, and enjoyable for everyone. We believe that confidence in applying first aid can make a critical difference in emergency situations. Our goal is to empower each learner with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively and save lives. Our Training Programs Comprehensive First Aid Training Our primary training programs are tailored for a wide range of audiences, from individuals seeking basic first aid knowledge to organisations needing comprehensive emergency response training. All our courses are delivered by frontline emergency services workers who bring years of real-world experience into the classroom, ensuring that our training is not only informative but also practical and relatable. First4Aid Juniors We are particularly proud of our First4Aid Juniors program, a unique, fun, and interactive first aid training course specifically designed for children aged 7-11 years. This program aims to instill essential first aid skills at an early age, fostering a generation that is prepared and confident in dealing with emergencies. Through engaging activities and hands-on practice, children learn how to respond to various situations in a way that is both educational and enjoyable. Why Choose Us? Accreditation: Our courses are accredited by The First Industry Body ensuring high standards of quality and reliability. Experienced Trainers: All our instructors are frontline emergency services workers with years of practical experience, providing real-life insights and expertise. Hands-On Learning: We emphasise practical, hands-on training that builds confidence and competence in applying first aid. Interactive and Fun: Our training methods are designed to be interactive and engaging, making learning enjoyable for all age groups. Join Us Whether you're looking to learn first aid for personal knowledge, workplace safety, or to prepare your children for emergencies, First4Aid has a program to meet your needs. Join us in our mission to make first aid knowledge widespread, practical, and accessible to all. Together, we can create a safer, more prepared community.  For more information on our courses and to register, please visit our Contact Us page or call us at 07522269416. Let's make a difference, one life-saving skill at a time.