Introduction to Makaton Training workshop

Welcome!

Join our "Introduction to Makaton" workshop, a fun and engaging taster session to help you understand the basics of the Makaton Language Programme. Makaton uses symbols, signs, and speech to support communication for those with difficulties.

Meet your trainers

Victoria Thomas and Lauren Banks, Specialist Teachers from Ash Trees School.

What you'll learn

Skills you will learn are:

• hand signals - learn the basic hand signals to support spoken language
• fingerspelling - discover the essentials of fingerspelling to boost your communication skills
• signing - get introduced to key signs that are part of the Makaton system

Who should attend

Perfect for parents and carers who want to communicate better with individuals facing communication challenges.

Benefits

Benefits of the workshop are:

• better communication - learn to communicate more clearly and effectively
• inclusive environment - create a welcoming space for those with communication difficulties
• practical skills - gain practical skills for everyday interactions

Join us

Come along for this informative and enjoyable session to start your Makaton journey and make a positive impact on the lives of those with communication needs.

We look forward to seeing you there!