2.5.25 – Time to Talk Sessions
Dear Parents/Carers,
In order to support parents and carers of children and young people who are presenting with difficulties including the development of their social communication and interaction skills, the Local Authority’s Additional Learning Needs Inclusion Team are holding ‘Time to Talk’ sessions across the county. See attached information for times, dates and venues.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for parents/carers to meet with representatives from the Additional Learning Needs Inclusion Team, with a view to building parent partnership, and to enable discussion of any social communication and interaction issues they may be experiencing.
We would welcome all parents/carers who would like to access support. By working together with parents/carers, we will be able to think about how best to support the family. It is important to be aware that the child or young person would not have to have a diagnosis of ASD/ADHD or be on the Neurodevelopmental Referral pathway in order for parents/carers to attend.
Best wishes,
Mr Crofts
ALNCo
28.4.25 – Doggy Fun Day being held on 14th June 2025
See below poster for more information! Rosie, our very own therapy dog will be there!
28.4.25 NAS Swansea – Period Talk Event
Register for the following event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nas-swansea-period-talk-tickets-1332385814839?aff=oddtdtcreator
Getting your period maybe a sensitive topic for parents, children and young people to deal with. However, introducing the topic of periods to autistic individuals or individuals with Autism may be unsettling, creating concerns, worries and insecurities.
Set in a safe space, the NAS Swansea Branch invite parents and professionals to our talk on periods, which will be delivered by a registered midwife.
There has been time set aside for parents and professionals to ask questions for clarity and further understanding remembering every question is important, before leaving with your complimentary period packs which will consist of:
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- Sanitary towels
- Period knickers
*Please note – if you have been to a previous period talk then we cannot issue any further period packs
We would like to thank Welsh Government/Swansea Council and their Period Dignity in Communities Grant 2024-25, to provide relief from and prevent period poverty. This Grant enabled us to purchase these items to distribute during this talk.
Many thanks,
Team NAS Swansea
18.3.25 – Onesie Wednesday for NAS Swansea
Onesie Wednesday is coming! On Wed 9th April 2025 we are celebrating @comicrelief & supporting @NASSwansea – our chosen charity for this year! A £1 donation would be amazing! Every penny will be split between these great causes. #OnesieWednesday#RedNoseDay#CRCALN
14.3.25 – Neurodiversity Workshops – Still Spaces
Dear Parents/Carers,
Exchange Counselling’s Neurodiversity online workshop for parents on the 20th March @ 4pm still has some spaces.
The workshop is: “Caring for Yourself While Supporting Your Neurodiverse Child”
You can book here: https://www.exchange-counselling.com/swansea-community
Best wishes,
Mr Crofts
ALNCo
20.1.25 Neurodiversity Workshops
Exchange Counselling Wales are running free online Neurodiversity Workshops for parents and carers in Swansea. These workshops will be running from January-March. Please see the attached flyer for more details.
Parents and carers will be able to sign up for these workshops using the QR code on the leaflet or visiting: https://www.exchange-counselling.com/swansea-community
14.1.25 New Youth Club
Please see attached information about a new youth club for children aged 8+. The youth club is being run by Inclusability Swansea and NPT.
If parent / carers would like to attend with their young persons they can join:
FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/incswansea
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kqlctm6s88iKFfVMc8q6xK
7.1.25 Neurodivergence Improvement Programme
Happy New Year! Please find attached Neurodivergence Improvement Programme Newsletter from Welsh Government.
1/12/2024 CAMHS In-Reach Parent/Carer Workshops – January 2025
1/12/2024 ‘Talk With Me’ Welsh Government Campaign
Your child’s brain is amazing!
It’s constantly growing and making new connections. When you play, listen and talk with your little one, you help them learn to talk and give them the best start in life. We have lots of tools, tips and advice to help you get your little one talking.
The little things you do with them will make a big difference, now and in their future
See the following website for a range of resources and guidance for you to try: Talk with Me
1.12.2024 School Website Feedback
There have been significant updates to the school website over the past few weeks. Please take a few minutes to complete the feedback form. It should take you less than 2 minutes to complete. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Best wishes, Mr Crofts, ALNCo
18.11.24 ‘Time to Talk’ Sessions with Swansea Council ALN Team
7.11.24 Children’s Audiology Update
As of 1st October 2024, child audiology are now accepting self-referrals for under 4’s requiring hearing assessments to reduce the “did not attend” rate. Please scan the QR code or follow the link to book an appointment. Please note: there is an English and Welsh option.
7.11.24 SURVEY Evaluation of the Autism Code of Practice
Introduction
You are being invited to take part in an evaluation of the Autism Code of Practice. Before you decide whether to take part or not, please read the following information and discuss it with others if you wish.
What is the purpose of this Evaluation?
The aim of this project is to evaluate the Code of Practice on the Delivery of Autism Services in Wales to review the extent to which the duties in the Code are being met and to develop recommendations for improvements in meeting the duties of the Code.
Who is funding and undertaking the evaluation?
This evaluation is being undertaken by People and Work, a voluntary sector organisation based in Cardiff, and is being funded by the Welsh Government. The principal researcher is Dr Duncan Holtom, Head of Research at People and Work.
Do I have to take part?
No. it’s your choice and it will not cause you any harm should you choose not to take part or if you choose not to answer all the questions.
Will my contribution to this study be kept confidential?
Yes. All information which you provide will be kept anonymous (subject to legal requirements, such as requirement to share information to safeguard and protect vulnerable children and adults). Reports will not seek to identify you. Due to this once answers have been submitted it may not be withdrawn. You will be reminded of this before starting this survey. People and Work will hold personal data securely in-line with the data protection act.
What will happen to the results of the evaluation?
A report will be submitted to the Welsh Government. It is likely that this report will be published on the Welsh Government website.
Are there are any risks if I take part?
No specific risks associated with participation in the study have been identified.
The language used in this survey
This survey will use the terms ‘autistic person’ and ‘autistic child’. This is in-line with the Welsh Government’s Code of practice on the delivery of Autism services:
“This Code will use the term ‘autistic people’ rather than ‘people with autism’, this is to reflect the language preferences expressed by autistic people who have contributed to the development of this Code. The term ‘people’ refers to children, young people and adults. The Code recognises all individuals, irrespective of age.” (Page 8)
How can I find out more information?
A full privacy notice can be found on the people and work website: https://peopleandwork.org.uk/en/privacy-noticed-code-of-practice/
If you would like more information about the evaluation, please contact: Duncan Holtom, Email: Duncan.Holtom@peopleandwork.org.uk; Tel: 07970-187-962
If you have any question for the Welsh Government, who commissioned and are funding this study, you can contact Laura Entwistle, Laura.Entwistle@gov.wales
Please click on the following site to access the survey