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November 14, 2024

Dorset: Parents' guide to your child's Special Education Needs (SEN)


The guide explains the support ordinarily available in Dorset education settings, from early years to post-16 providers, and if a child or young person needs more help to achieve their potential. 

It includes information on how settings should use the Graduated Approach to plan support for children and young people, and how you can access support in your area.

Download guide

Information provided by Bovington HIVE.

St Andrews: ADHD Adult support NE Fife Group dates from December to May 2025

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Penicuik: Calling all military Dads! Free playgroup just for Dads (and their tots) Sat 30th November

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Have your say consultation showed there was a want and need for more things just for dads . 

So we reached out to the best of the best !!! 

Please come along to the free session open to all military. 

If it’s successful we will look to run more.


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Christmas yuletide festival Fri 6th Dec

Credit: Blandfordyuletidefestival.org.uk 

The annual event takes place in Blandford Forum town centre.

Stalls
Food & drink
Entertainment
Carol singing
Father Christmas
and much more

More details HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Northumberland: Family Hub Sessions


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

North Yorkshire: Carers Plus events




Share a warm space, a cuppa and a bite to eat with our Armed Forces Community 

Whether you are a regular or a reserve, veteran or forces family, all are welcome to join us for a cuppa and a chat over some Tea and Toast! 

Click on the link for events and locations  www.carersplus.net/news/events

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Catterick: Autism Central and Home-Start drop ins Dec/Jan



Autism Central & Daisy Chain have collaborated with HomeStart Richmond to offer FREE drop in sessions for parents and carers who may need some support, advice or just a friendly chat.

No diagnosis necessary, cake provided!

The sessions will be held at HomeStart Richmond, Colburn Business Park, and open for drop ins between 10am and 12 noon.

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Cupar: Christmas light switch on and indoor market, Saturday 23rd Nov


πŸŽ„πŸŽ„The Cupar Christmas lights will be switched on at 6pm πŸŽ„πŸŽ„

πŸŽ…Breakfast with Santa at Age Concern on 14/15th December, 9am-12pm 

 Breakfast with Santa & His Elves

πŸŽ… Santa will be in his grotto at at Cupar Youth Cafe on Sat 23rd Dec 

Gifts/toys stocking fillers, for boys & girls of all ages, can be handed into Cupar Food Bank πŸŽ…



Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Northern Ireland: Antrim Castle Gardens Christmas Market - Saturday 16th November

 
Christmas in Antrim Starts this Saturday
Antrim Castle Gardens Christmas market, 11am -4pm Saturday 16th November

Please note Antrim Castle Gardens Carpark is reserved for accessible parking. General parking is located at Central Carpark (beside Castle Mall), a few minutes walk from the gardens.
Located in the Large Parterre Garden, beside Clotworthy House

Information provided by HIVE NI



Northern Ireland: Crumlin Integrated Primary School Open Evening - Thursday 28th November

 
Do you have a child due to start P1 in September 2025?
Join Crumlin Integrated Primary School on Thursday, 28th November 2024 between 5-7pm to meet the staff and tour the school. 

For more information please contact the school directly on Crumlin Integrated Primary School

Information provided by HIVE NI