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Frewen College

Frewen College

Dyslexia Conference

A CPD opportunity for teachers, Special Educational Needs Disability Co-Ordinators and parents to improve their understanding of Dyslexia. 

A CPD opportunity for teachers, Special Educational Needs Disability Co-Ordinators and parents to improve their understanding of Dyslexia. 

We have assembled a panel of experts to provide a full day of information – including understanding dyslexia and its symptoms, teaching strategies and techniques, Educational Healthcare Plans and independent support. 

Come and join us in the magnificent 17th Century Country House and grounds of Frewen College in Northiam, just 6 miles from Rye.


PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME

9.00am  Registration, refreshments and networking

9.30am  Introduction and Welcome to Frewen College: Nick Goodman, Principal, Frewen College

9.35am  Overview of Dyslexia: Dr Michael Thomson, Author and Educational Psychologist

10.35am Refreshments

10.50am Educational Healthcare Plans (EHCP): Wendy Jenkins, Core Assets

11.40am Frewen College – What It Means to Me: Hear from our students about their experiences

11.50am Lunch and Refreshments

12.45pm The role of teachers and parents:  Dr Michael Thomson, Author and Educational Psychologist

1.45pm  Introduction to Irlen Syndrome (Scotopic Sensitivity): Alan Penn, Clinic Director, Alan Penn Irlen Clinic

2.15pm  Refreshments

2.30pm  Learning beyond Reading and Writing: Dr Michael Thomson, Author and Educational Psychiologist

3.30pm  Close of conference: Nick Goodman, Principal, Frewen College

NB This agenda is subject to change without prior notice


 

Please reserve ……… place(s) at the Dyslexia Conference on Friday 27 November at a cost of £60 per delegate (including lunch and refreshments)

Delegate Name………………………………………………………………………….

Address…………………………………………………………………………………..

Cheque for £…… enclosed OR invoice to be sent to above address (educational establishments only)

Email address (for joining instructions)…………………………………………………………………..

Please return to: Dyslexia Conference, Frewen College, Rye Road, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex TN31 6NL, or email your details to office@frewencollege.co.uk

  • British Dyslexia Association (BDA)
  • Crested
  • The Good Schools Guide
  • Boarding Schools Association
  • Elklan's 'Communication Friendly Schools
  • Independent Schools Association