Bespoke Workshops

At Growing Minds, we offer bespoke workshops tailored to the needs of schools, colleges, workplaces and community settings. Our workshops provide accessible and practical knowledge on neurodevelopmental conditions, how they overlap, the impact of trauma and the ways behaviour can be understood through a neurodevelopmental lens.

Sessions can be designed for teachers, college staff, students, younger or older children and workplace teams, helping create more inclusive environments where neurodiverse individuals feel understood and supported. Each workshop is fully customisable, ensuring the content is directly relevant to your organisation and the people you support.

Training in Schools

Staff training on ASD, co-occurring conditions, and neurodevelopmental needs (3 hours)

This workshop aims to build the capacity of school staff to understand and effectively support pupils with a range of neurodevelopmental differences.

The training typically includes the following areas – Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Recognising Co-occurring Conditions, Neurodevelopmental Needs in the School Context, Creating an Inclusive School Environment and Working Collaboratively.

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD):

Core characteristics of ASD (communication differences, social interaction, restricted/repetitive behaviours, sensory processing).
How these traits may present differently across age, gender, and ability levels.
Debunking common myths and misconceptions about autism.

Recognising Co-occurring Conditions:

Common co-occurring diagnoses such as ADHD, anxiety, learning difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, and dyspraxia.
Understanding how these conditions interact with ASD and impact learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation.

Neurodevelopmental Needs in the School Context:

Exploring the broader spectrum of neurodiversity, including executive functioning, emotional regulation, and processing differences.
Practical strategies for inclusive teaching and classroom management.
Differentiation and reasonable adjustments in the curriculum and environment.

Creating an Inclusive School Environment:

Promoting acceptance and understanding among peers.
Developing sensory-friendly spaces and routines.
Supporting transitions, communication, and emotional wellbeing.

Working Collaboratively:

Strengthening communication between school staff, families, and external professionals.
Using and contributing to individual support plans, EHCPs, or SEN support frameworks.
Tracking progress and adapting strategies based on need.

Can we help?

If you would like to find out more about our services or training, let us know and we can arrange a free consultation.