We have been advised of the SEND Specialist Advice and Support Line, which is available for both parents and professionals to use.  The number is :  01442 453920.  The Advice Line runs on Tuesday and Wednesday from 1.30pm – 4.00pm during school term-time.  If you would like to discuss an issue or query about a child or young person with autism or communication needs, please call the above number.   Similarly, if you would like me to call to discuss a particular issue, please contact me on : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

Many thanks,  Mrs Nichols above.

uss an issue or query about a child or young person with autism or communication needs, please call the number above.

I  have been sent some information about parent courses and workshops that are available for parents and carers of children with SEND.  Please do get in touch directly on the contact details below, or speak to me if you would like to find out more information.  Many thanks,  Mrs Nichols

The Child Puzzle - what makes my child tick

Supporting your child with SEND.

An interactive light bite masterclass which looks at understanding behaviour by looking at the unique personality of your child in a way that unlocks the door to effective communication and strengthens relationships.

Thursday, 1 February 2018

9:30am to 11:30am

Venue: Letchworth Garden City Partnership Pod, Northfields Infant and Nursery School, Burley SG6 4PT

Provider: Natural Flair Coaching

Bookings: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Bringing Up Confident Children for Parents and Carers of Children with SEN

Tuesdays, 9.30 to 11.30

23 & 30 January, 6, 20 & 27 February and 6, 13 & 20 March 2018

Hitchin Youth Trust, 111 Walsworth Road, Hitchin, SG4 9SP

Contact Louise on 01163 666087 for more information or to book a place

This group is aimed primarily at North Herts parents and carers and offers the opportunity for them to gain a new perspective on parenting by :

Ø  Understanding children's behaviour

Ø  Helping children manage their feelings

Ø  Learning new strategies to address challenging behaviour

Ø  Exploring helpful and unhelpful discipline strategies & how these can help make a difference in family life

Parents can also call us on 01163 666087 to complete a referral over the phone and ensure a place.

We are still waiting for a number of Personal Support Plans to be returned.  These are for some children who have additional support to help them meet their educational and personal objectives.  If relevant, please can you double check that you have signed a copy and returned it to us. 

We really value your comments  and feedback to check that we are aligned about the priorities for your child.  Having up to date PSPs in school informs our intervention planning, and is an important part of our provision under the SEN Code of Practice.  

If you would like to discuss the objectives written on the Personal Support Plan, please feel free to speak to your child's Class Teacher, or to get in touch with me directly.  Many thanks,  Mrs Nichols

I have been sent details of the following course for parents.  Details are included below for how to book a place.  Many thanks, Mrs Nichols.

A Natural Flair Coaching Limited

Anxiety Masterclass

I hope that you have all had a very happy and fun filled summer holiday.  I am looking forward to seeing all the children next week and hearing all about their adventures.

As you are getting ready for the new term, please can you make sure that any asthma inhalers, spacers are fully labelled with your child's name, and that they are in date. Please make a note of date of expiry so that you can ensure we always have in date medicine in school.  It is helpful if you provide the inhaler in a see through plastic bag so it can be found quickly.  

For ongoing asthma conditions that we are already aware of, please fill in a green medical form for the academic year 2017 -2018 which gives parental consent for staff to administer medicine. You should have received these when the old inhaler was returned in July, or additional copies are available from the office.

If your child has a newly diagnosed condition or your child is new to the school this year, you will need to fill in a green medical form but you will also need to complete an Individual Health Care Plan which gives us more information about your child's symptoms, triggers and needs.  Email me at :  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and I can either email you a form, or arrange an appointment to meet with me to discuss, whichever is more convenient. 

If your child has any other medical needs that you wish to discuss, please feel free to speak to your child's new teacher, or get in touch with me.  Please note that I only work part time (2 days per week) so I will respond to your email as soon as possible but it may not always be immediately.

Best wishes,

Mrs Nichols