Parental Workshops

On the first Friday of every month, we hold a workshop and coffee morning led by Mrs Charlotte Six-Rais, the Head of Learning Support, covering a variety of topics. 

 

Sessions are focused on learning and sharing knowledge, as well as personal experiences. Together, we enhance the tools in our kit to navigate the experiences of our children, from executive function through to emotional regulation. 

 

Here you can access the slides from each workshop, to reflect on the statistics shared, the latest research, helpful links, and advice shared.

 

We encourage you to attend as many sessions as are relevant to your child(ren). The opportunity to sign up for workshops is shared via parent emails and the school newsletter. Upcoming topics include Understanding and increasing intrinsic motivation, Brain development: why kids “flip their lids”, Playground politics: understanding and managing conflict in friendships and Social communication & speech and language.

 

Explore our past workshops:

During this session, we look into what a growth mindset is and why it matters, how intrinsic motivation supports long-term success, strategies to encourage resilience and independence at home and ways to help children respond positively to challenge and setbacks.

Phonics – Reading and Writing

This parent workshop explores Phonics – Reading and Writing. This workshop supports parents in understanding phonics throughout the development of their child’s skills and its essential role in reading and writing. We explore helpful tips to support your child at home and a selection of online resources.

This parent workshop explores Sibling Rivalry. We look at how parents can support their children to develop lasting relationships, points of tension between siblings, according to personality traits and age, and, as always, supportive tips that can be used at home during arguments and conflict, as well as creating activities that bring them closer together.

This parent workshop explores Child Development and the four key areas of progression: physical, language, cognition and social/emotional alonside age milestones. Parents are provided with tools and prompts to use at home to continue supporting children’s development.

This parent workshop explores The Power of Routine. We explore why routines matter, examples of weekly routines and when they don’t go to plan.

Emotional regulation and support

This parent workshop explores the ability to recognise, express, and manage emotions effectively. Parents will learn practical tools to support their child’s emotional well-being and positive behaviour at home and school.

Maths anxiety vs Dyscalculia

This parent workshop focuses on exploring the difference between maths anxiety and dyscalculia. Learn how to recognise the signs of each and discover practical ways and strategies to support your child’s confidence and progress in maths.

Maths at St. Aubyn’s 

This workshop explores our teaching approaches, policies, and strategies for supporting mathematical learning in both Pre-Prep and Prep. Learn how maths is taught across the school and how you can help at home.

E-Safety Workshop 

For parents to explore common online worries and practical strategies for keeping children safe. We cover topics such as talking to your child, family rules, screen time, social media, and gaming.

Fine Motor Skills & Handwriting Workshop

A practical workshop exploring how children develop fine motor skills and handwriting. We’ll share strategies and activities you can use at home to support your child’s confidence and progress in these essential skills.

Mental Health Workshop

A workshop to explore the whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing. This session will explore how we support pupils’ emotional resilience, promote positive relationships, and foster a healthy, balanced school environment. Parents will gain insight into the strategies used across the school, as well as within Place2Be, and how they can support their child’s wellbeing at home.