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Parenting Programmes
On Course South West also delivers a comprehensive range of programmes and workshops for parents/carers, with additional programmes offered which are tailored to families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
These programmes are free, easy to access and co-produced with families and settings, ensuring that those most in need receive timely access to these resources.
Delivered by our two specialist tutors (previously employed by PIAS) the team bring their specialist knowledge, skill and experience to create packages of support led by family’s needs. We are happy to discuss and deliver bespoke courses and workshops for schools, parents and professionals and will continue to work closely with our colleagues in the Plymouth Family Hubs, health and Plymouth schools.
For parents/carers of children aged 3-6 years
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12 x 2 hour sessions
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Parents/carers only
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Courses run during the day
Key Features
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Gives you the tools to use Play, Praise and Rewards to bring out the best in your child.
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Gives you the confidence to deal with difficult behaviour without losing your cool.
For parents/carers of children aged 7-12 years
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12 x 2 hour sessions
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Parents/carers only
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Courses run during the day
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Please note: no créche facilities available for this course
Key Features
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Gives you the skills and confidence to resolve typical pre-teen issues before they become problems.
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Builds a foundation of closeness and affection to see you through the difficult teenage years.
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Supports you to work with your child’s school so that they get the best out of their education.
For parents/carers of children who have or may have SEND.
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11 x 2 hour sessions
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Parents/carers only
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Courses run during the day
Key Features
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Gives you the skills and confidence to deal with difficult behaviour and support your child in learning to manage their emotions.
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Enables you to support your child to develop their language skills and social relationships with others.
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Allows you to nurture your child’s development in readiness for school.
For parents of 10-14 year olds
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10 x 2 hour sessions
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Parents/carers and young people attend together
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Courses delivered early evening
Key features
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Teach you simple ways of dealing with issues before they become major problems.
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Gives you and your child time together away from day to day pressures to get to know and understand each other.
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Develop techniques to help your child to resist peer pressure and keep them safe from drugs and alcohol.
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Fun, games and loads of laughs along the way.