The 'Hand in Hand'

This is another popular and informal workshop course for parents of young children. The course leader works closely with parents and aims to develop their self-esteem and self confidence by focusing on the needs that they have identified for themselves and their children.

Parents are encouraged to look at their skills and abilities positively. They are re-introduced to basic skills and learning in a way that is supportive and inviting, so that they can help their child to make a confident start in learning. The course also aims to raise the expectations for their own learning. The first course will be run by a Hand in Hand Trainer. You can receive training to run subsequent courses. Sessions are designed for groups of 6 - 8 people.

The course comprises of eight sessions covering:

* Where Have We Come From?
* Talking and Listening
* Feeling and Thinking
* Desiring and Doing
* Places and Plans
* Mathematics in Our Everyday Lives
* Reading and Writing
* Where Are We Going?

These courses give parents the opportunity to meet in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, to talk about their roles as parents and to share their concerns, ideas and achievements.