Events & Workshops
These are our current forthcoming events.
To view past and archived events click here
For general SEND specific and inclusive play and leisure activities in and around the Enfield area see our What's On guide here.
Jump In Enfield hold regular relaxed/SEN Trampolining sessions in conjunction with Our Voice and ENAS, every Monday evening 6 - 7 pm (exclusive for SEN and siblings). See our flyer for details and the booking link, and please check the Jump In website for the latest information and to pre-book your place.
Some Our Voice events are exclusive to members. If you are interested but are not on our mailing list, or if you just want to hear about what is coming up, you can join by emailing us at info@ourvoiceenfield.org.uk
Events
09-10-2024 Coffee morning drop in at the Family Hub
This drop-in coffee morning session will be from 10 am - 12.30 pm, on Wednesday 9th October.
This is one of our regular drop-in sessions which take place in the Clement Medford Room (1st Floor) at the Ponders End Youth and Family Hub, 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4PX.
We have external speakers for most of these events, providing an update on a topic of interest and answering your questions on that subject.
Members of the Our Voice team will be on hand every session to listen to your questions and issues and point you in the right direction to resolve the issues you are facing. Or you can just take the opportunity to offload a bit and have a chat with other parents who experience some of the same challenges as you, over a cup of tea or coffee.
See our booklet here for more information, including details of what the hubs are and what support they offer.
Practical information:
The hub is located at 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4 PX.
Some people have reported problems with getting to the hub using SatNav. It is best to look out for the Oasis Academy School which is opposite the hub. You may find that once parked you are by the side entrance of the hub – you will probably need to go to the South Street entrance to get admittance to the building – please walk around the building until you get to the front.
These events are aimed at parents and carers rather than children. If you do need to bring children with you, please note that you will be responsible for supervising your children throughout the session – we do not provide childcare or activities for children during these sessions.
15-10-2024 Choosing a Secondary School for children with additional needs
We are holding 2 Zoom sessions jointly with SENDIASS and a representative of the SEN Services team, looking at the transfer to secondary school, next year. This is particularly aimed at the parents of children who are currently in year 6 but may also be useful for parents of children in year 5 or below who are starting to think about their child's Secondary School Options.
This session will take place on Tuesday 15th October from 10.30 pm -12.00 pm. (There will also be a session on Wednesday 23rd October 12.30 to 2 pm – see separate event page)
Places must be pre-booked via Eventbrite here.
This session is for parents who want more information on choosing a secondary school for children with additional needs and expressing your preferences for children who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan).
We will discuss the processes (for children with or without an EHCP), how you can get information about secondary schools and what to look out for when making decisions.
If you are unsure of the process or need some guidance we strongly urge you to attend this information session if you can, to help you make informed choices, as well as going along to open days at Secondary Schools during September and October (dates to be announced).
For more information see our flyer.
23-10-2024 Choosing a Secondary School for children with additional needs
We are holding 2 Zoom sessions jointly with SENDIASS and a representative of the SEN Services team, looking at the transfer to secondary school, next year. This is particularly aimed at the parents of children who are currently in year 6 but may also be useful for parents of children in year 5 or below who are starting to think about their child's Secondary School Options.
This session will take place on Wednesday 23rd October from 12.30 pm - 2.00 pm. (There will also be a session on Tuesday 15th October 10.30 am to 12 pm – see separate event page)
Places must be pre-booked via Eventbrite here.
This session is for parents who want more information on choosing a secondary school for children with additional needs and expressing your preferences for children who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan).
We will discuss the processes (for children with or without an EHCP), how you can get information about secondary schools and what to look out for when making decisions.
If you are unsure of the process or need some guidance we strongly urge you to attend this information session if you can, to help you make informed choices, as well as going along to open days at Secondary Schools during September and October (dates to be announced).
For more information see our flyer.
06-11-2024 Coffee morning drop in at the Family Hub
This drop-in coffee morning session will be from 10 am - 12.30 pm, on Wednesday 6th November
This is one of our regular drop-in sessions which take place in the Clement Medford Room (1st Floor) at the Ponders End Youth and Family Hub, 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4PX.
We have external speakers for most of these events, providing an update on a topic of interest and answering your questions on that subject.
Members of the Our Voice team will be on hand every session to listen to your questions and issues and point you in the right direction to resolve the issues you are facing. Or you can just take the opportunity to offload a bit and have a chat with other parents who experience some of the same challenges as you, over a cup of tea or coffee.
See our booklet here for more information, including details of what the hubs are and what support they offer.
Practical information:
The hub is located at 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4 PX.
Some people have reported problems with getting to the hub using SatNav. It is best to look out for the Oasis Academy School which is opposite the hub. You may find that once parked you are by the side entrance of the hub – you will probably need to go to the South Street entrance to get admittance to the building – please walk around the building until you get to the front.
These events are aimed at parents and carers rather than children. If you do need to bring children with you, please note that you will be responsible for supervising your children throughout the session – we do not provide childcare or activities for children during these sessions.
08-11-2024 Behaviour Support Drop in session
Our Voice will be supporting informal behaviour drop-in sessions at Cheviots Children's Centre on Fridays 4th October, 8th November and 6th December 10 am to 12 pm.
These sessions give you an opportunity to discuss on an individual or group basis any specific challenges you are experiencing relating to your child or young person's behaviour.
The sessions are held jointly with the Cheviots team, and trained members of the Our Voice team with lived experience.
Creche facilities and an interpreter are both available if needed, but must be booked in advance (contact details on the flyer).
See details on the flyer here.
21-11-2024 Introduction to Positive Behaviour Support for parents and carers
Our Voice is pleased to offer our 'Introduction to Positive Behaviour Support' workshops for parent carers.
Our next session will run at the Cheviots Children's Centre from 10 am to 12 noon on Thursday 21st November 24. See also our flyer here.
All places must be pre-booked via Eventbrite - please book here.
Cheviots can provide creche facilities and/or an interpreter if you need one. Please make sure you let us know when you book your place.
The sessions aim to provide an understanding of Positive Behaviour Support to help families to prevent and manage behaviours of distress by creating an environment that minimises the need for these behaviours. The outcome should be to improve the quality of life for the child/young person and their whole family.
We will look at how families can work with the whole network of people around their child/young person (for example school staff, professionals in social care settings etc) to enable a consistent approach around the child/young person.
The training will be run by expert members of the Our Voice team who have training in PBS and lived experience of using the techniques with their own children.
Please note that this session will not include a detailed Q&A session to explore individual scenarios about your child's behaviour - but you can also go along to one (or more) of the monthly PBS drop-in sessions at Cheviots to discuss these questions and challenges with professionals from the Cheviots team, and Our Voice team members with personal lived experience. See details in the flyer. The next sessions will be on Fridays 4th October, 8th November and 6th December 10 am - 12 pm.
04-12-2024 Coffee morning drop in at the Family Hub
This drop-in coffee morning session will be from 10 am - 12.30 pm, on Wednesday 4th December.
This is one of our regular drop-in sessions which take place in the Clement Medford Room (1st Floor) at the Ponders End Youth and Family Hub, 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4PX.
We have external speakers for most of these events, providing an update on a topic of interest and answering your questions on that subject.
Members of the Our Voice team will be on hand every session to listen to your questions and issues and point you in the right direction to resolve the issues you are facing. Or you can just take the opportunity to offload a bit and have a chat with other parents who experience some of the same challenges as you, over a cup of tea or coffee.
See our booklet here for more information, including details of what the hubs are and what support they offer.
Practical information:
The hub is located at 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4 PX.
Some people have reported problems with getting to the hub using SatNav. It is best to look out for the Oasis Academy School which is opposite the hub. You may find that once parked you are by the side entrance of the hub – you will probably need to go to the South Street entrance to get admittance to the building – please walk around the building until you get to the front.
These events are aimed at parents and carers rather than children. If you do need to bring children with you, please note that you will be responsible for supervising your children throughout the session – we do not provide childcare or activities for children during these sessions.
06-12-2024 Behaviour Support Drop in session
Our Voice will be supporting informal behaviour drop-in sessions at Cheviots Children's Centre on Fridays 4th October, 8th November and 6th December 10 am to 12 pm.
These sessions give you an opportunity to discuss on an individual or group basis any specific challenges you are experiencing relating to your child or young person's behaviour.
The sessions are held jointly with the Cheviots team, and trained members of the Our Voice team with lived experience.
Creche facilities and an interpreter are both available if needed, but must be booked in advance (contact details on the flyer).
See details on the flyer here.
09-10-2024 Coffee morning drop in at the Family Hub
This drop-in coffee morning session will be from 10 am - 12.30 pm, on Wednesday 9th October.
This is one of our regular drop-in sessions which take place in the Clement Medford Room (1st Floor) at the Ponders End Youth and Family Hub, 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4PX.
We have external speakers for most of these events, providing an update on a topic of interest and answering your questions on that subject.
Members of the Our Voice team will be on hand every session to listen to your questions and issues and point you in the right direction to resolve the issues you are facing. Or you can just take the opportunity to offload a bit and have a chat with other parents who experience some of the same challenges as you, over a cup of tea or coffee.
See our booklet here for more information, including details of what the hubs are and what support they offer.
Practical information:
The hub is located at 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4 PX.
Some people have reported problems with getting to the hub using SatNav. It is best to look out for the Oasis Academy School which is opposite the hub. You may find that once parked you are by the side entrance of the hub – you will probably need to go to the South Street entrance to get admittance to the building – please walk around the building until you get to the front.
These events are aimed at parents and carers rather than children. If you do need to bring children with you, please note that you will be responsible for supervising your children throughout the session – we do not provide childcare or activities for children during these sessions.
15-10-2024 Choosing a Secondary School for children with additional needs
We are holding 2 Zoom sessions jointly with SENDIASS and a representative of the SEN Services team, looking at the transfer to secondary school, next year. This is particularly aimed at the parents of children who are currently in year 6 but may also be useful for parents of children in year 5 or below who are starting to think about their child's Secondary School Options.
This session will take place on Tuesday 15th October from 10.30 pm -12.00 pm. (There will also be a session on Wednesday 23rd October 12.30 to 2 pm – see separate event page)
Places must be pre-booked via Eventbrite here.
This session is for parents who want more information on choosing a secondary school for children with additional needs and expressing your preferences for children who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan).
We will discuss the processes (for children with or without an EHCP), how you can get information about secondary schools and what to look out for when making decisions.
If you are unsure of the process or need some guidance we strongly urge you to attend this information session if you can, to help you make informed choices, as well as going along to open days at Secondary Schools during September and October (dates to be announced).
For more information see our flyer.
23-10-2024 Choosing a Secondary School for children with additional needs
We are holding 2 Zoom sessions jointly with SENDIASS and a representative of the SEN Services team, looking at the transfer to secondary school, next year. This is particularly aimed at the parents of children who are currently in year 6 but may also be useful for parents of children in year 5 or below who are starting to think about their child's Secondary School Options.
This session will take place on Wednesday 23rd October from 12.30 pm - 2.00 pm. (There will also be a session on Tuesday 15th October 10.30 am to 12 pm – see separate event page)
Places must be pre-booked via Eventbrite here.
This session is for parents who want more information on choosing a secondary school for children with additional needs and expressing your preferences for children who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan).
We will discuss the processes (for children with or without an EHCP), how you can get information about secondary schools and what to look out for when making decisions.
If you are unsure of the process or need some guidance we strongly urge you to attend this information session if you can, to help you make informed choices, as well as going along to open days at Secondary Schools during September and October (dates to be announced).
For more information see our flyer.
06-11-2024 Coffee morning drop in at the Family Hub
This drop-in coffee morning session will be from 10 am - 12.30 pm, on Wednesday 6th November
This is one of our regular drop-in sessions which take place in the Clement Medford Room (1st Floor) at the Ponders End Youth and Family Hub, 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4PX.
We have external speakers for most of these events, providing an update on a topic of interest and answering your questions on that subject.
Members of the Our Voice team will be on hand every session to listen to your questions and issues and point you in the right direction to resolve the issues you are facing. Or you can just take the opportunity to offload a bit and have a chat with other parents who experience some of the same challenges as you, over a cup of tea or coffee.
See our booklet here for more information, including details of what the hubs are and what support they offer.
Practical information:
The hub is located at 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4 PX.
Some people have reported problems with getting to the hub using SatNav. It is best to look out for the Oasis Academy School which is opposite the hub. You may find that once parked you are by the side entrance of the hub – you will probably need to go to the South Street entrance to get admittance to the building – please walk around the building until you get to the front.
These events are aimed at parents and carers rather than children. If you do need to bring children with you, please note that you will be responsible for supervising your children throughout the session – we do not provide childcare or activities for children during these sessions.
08-11-2024 Behaviour Support Drop in session
Our Voice will be supporting informal behaviour drop-in sessions at Cheviots Children's Centre on Fridays 4th October, 8th November and 6th December 10 am to 12 pm.
These sessions give you an opportunity to discuss on an individual or group basis any specific challenges you are experiencing relating to your child or young person's behaviour.
The sessions are held jointly with the Cheviots team, and trained members of the Our Voice team with lived experience.
Creche facilities and an interpreter are both available if needed, but must be booked in advance (contact details on the flyer).
See details on the flyer here.
21-11-2024 Introduction to Positive Behaviour Support for parents and carers
Our Voice is pleased to offer our 'Introduction to Positive Behaviour Support' workshops for parent carers.
Our next session will run at the Cheviots Children's Centre from 10 am to 12 noon on Thursday 21st November 24. See also our flyer here.
All places must be pre-booked via Eventbrite - please book here.
Cheviots can provide creche facilities and/or an interpreter if you need one. Please make sure you let us know when you book your place.
The sessions aim to provide an understanding of Positive Behaviour Support to help families to prevent and manage behaviours of distress by creating an environment that minimises the need for these behaviours. The outcome should be to improve the quality of life for the child/young person and their whole family.
We will look at how families can work with the whole network of people around their child/young person (for example school staff, professionals in social care settings etc) to enable a consistent approach around the child/young person.
The training will be run by expert members of the Our Voice team who have training in PBS and lived experience of using the techniques with their own children.
Please note that this session will not include a detailed Q&A session to explore individual scenarios about your child's behaviour - but you can also go along to one (or more) of the monthly PBS drop-in sessions at Cheviots to discuss these questions and challenges with professionals from the Cheviots team, and Our Voice team members with personal lived experience. See details in the flyer. The next sessions will be on Fridays 4th October, 8th November and 6th December 10 am - 12 pm.
04-12-2024 Coffee morning drop in at the Family Hub
This drop-in coffee morning session will be from 10 am - 12.30 pm, on Wednesday 4th December.
This is one of our regular drop-in sessions which take place in the Clement Medford Room (1st Floor) at the Ponders End Youth and Family Hub, 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4PX.
We have external speakers for most of these events, providing an update on a topic of interest and answering your questions on that subject.
Members of the Our Voice team will be on hand every session to listen to your questions and issues and point you in the right direction to resolve the issues you are facing. Or you can just take the opportunity to offload a bit and have a chat with other parents who experience some of the same challenges as you, over a cup of tea or coffee.
See our booklet here for more information, including details of what the hubs are and what support they offer.
Practical information:
The hub is located at 129, South Street, Enfield, EN3 4 PX.
Some people have reported problems with getting to the hub using SatNav. It is best to look out for the Oasis Academy School which is opposite the hub. You may find that once parked you are by the side entrance of the hub – you will probably need to go to the South Street entrance to get admittance to the building – please walk around the building until you get to the front.
These events are aimed at parents and carers rather than children. If you do need to bring children with you, please note that you will be responsible for supervising your children throughout the session – we do not provide childcare or activities for children during these sessions.
06-12-2024 Behaviour Support Drop in session
Our Voice will be supporting informal behaviour drop-in sessions at Cheviots Children's Centre on Fridays 4th October, 8th November and 6th December 10 am to 12 pm.
These sessions give you an opportunity to discuss on an individual or group basis any specific challenges you are experiencing relating to your child or young person's behaviour.
The sessions are held jointly with the Cheviots team, and trained members of the Our Voice team with lived experience.
Creche facilities and an interpreter are both available if needed, but must be booked in advance (contact details on the flyer).
See details on the flyer here.
