The Autism Matters Theatre
Hear the UK’s leading autism professionals, researchers and campaigners discussing the latest news and views on the condition in The Autism Matters Theatre in partnership with The National Autistic Society.
Just some of this year’s highlights include talks from Lorraine Petersen, Education Consultant Specialising in SEND and Previously Chief Executive of NASEN; Travis Smith, Actor who plays Mark in BBC’s The A Word, Singer and Autism Advocate; Joanna Dziopa, Deputy Head at Queensmill School; and Dave Hewett, Trainer and Consultant; Director of the Intensive Interaction Institute.
Sound is relayed to the audience through wireless headsets to reduce noise levels in the hall.
Places are offered on a first come, first served basis so please arrive at the theatre as early as possible before the session you wish to attend to save disappointment.
Friday 29th June 2018
Updates and Initiatives: A Round-up of Current Issues in Autism Research, Policy and Practice
Carol Povey, Director of the Centre for Autism at The National Autistic Society
Managing Stress and Anxiety in the Classroom – How to Recognise the Signs in Autistic Students and Strategies to Help
Gareth D Morewood, Director of Curriculum Support (SENCo) at Priestnall School
Teaching Approaches for Children with PDA
Jilly Davis, Senior Specialist Teacher at NAS Robert Ogden School
Students with Autism and ADHD - Top Tips for Teachers
Joanna Dziopa, Deputy Head at Queensmill School
Meeting the Needs of Pupils with Autism and Learning Difficulties in Mainstream Schools
Lynn McCann, Autism Specialist, Teacher and Consultant at Reachout ASC
How Sensory Difficulties Can Impact on Behaviour at School and How to Help
Paul Isaacs, Autistic Speaker, Trainer, Author and Consultant
Inclusion - What Does This Really Mean? Best Practice Guidelines for True Inclusion of Autistic Pupils
Lorraine Petersen, Education Consultant Specialising in SEND and Previously Chief Executive of NASEN
Saturday 30th June 2018
Updates and Initiatives: A Round-up of Current Issues in Autism Research, Policy and Practice
Lorraine Dormand, Principal at NAS Robert Ogden School
Recognising Signs of Anxiety and Strategies to Help Parents/Carers Support Young Autistic People
Tracey Williamson and Margaret Kelly, ASD Trainers at Liverpool City Council
Supporting Autistic Children with Transition into Primary and from Primary to Secondary School
Joanna Dziopa, Deputy Head at Queensmill School
Playing to Our Strengths, Not Focussing on Perceived Weaknesses
Travis Smith, Actor who plays Mark in BBC's The A Word, Singer and Autism Advocate, interviewed by Lucy Gaskell, Actor who plays Mark's mum Sophie in BBC's The A Word
Communicating with Autistic People who Find Language Difficult Using Intensive Interaction
Dave Hewett, Trainer and Consultant; Director of the Intensive Interaction Institute
Managing Challenging Behaviour at Home
Geoff Evans, Independent Autism Trainer and Consultant
