Early Years Autism Workshop

An exciting opportunity for parents and carers of children aged 0-5 to take part in the focus group for our new parent course.

Early Years Autism Workshop

Travelling the autism diagnosis pathway can be a long and lonely process, and for many that doesn’t change after receiving a diagnosis.

Our aim is to provide parents and carers with the opportunity to learn more about autism, gain insight into strategies to use at home, and meet other families with autistic children, all in a safe and supportive environment. Our workshop has been co created by professionals and parents with lived experience.

Whether your child has been diagnosed or not, you are welcome to take part and hear firsthand from other parents and carers of autistic children.

Workshop information:

Date: Tuesday 14th January 2025

Time: 9.30 am - 2.30 pm

Location: Learning Zone, Portfield School, Parley Lane, Christchurch, BH23 6BP

Outline of the day:

  • Develop an understanding of what autism is

  • Recognise different autistic characteristics, and how these may differ between children

  • Gain insight into the diagnostic process

  • Hear first-hand parent experiences

  • Challenge stigma and stereotypes

  • The workshop will be delivered in a relaxed, informal and supportive environment.

PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is open to parents and carers only. Your child(ren) will be not be admitted into the workshop so you will need to make alternative childcare arrangements to cover the workshop duration. If you arrive with your child you will be turned away from the workshop.