Richmond Hill School

Autism & Eating Disorders
Parent/Carer Course
with Emily Nuttall

18th March 2026
11:00am - 12:30pm
Microsoft Teams
Booking Link: https://tinyurl.com/y7u2s8s6

As we reach the end of another busy half term, we would like to say a huge thank you to our incredible staff for their hard work, dedication and commitment to our pupils.

We are so proud of everything our children have achieved. Wishing all of our families a fun, safe and well-deserved half term break!

We look forwards to seeing staff and pupils back on Monday 23rd february

Last week we hosted our third Outreach training session with colleagues from schools across the local authority, focusing on Expressive arts experiences for SEND learners.

The aims of the session were to develop attendees understanding of how expressive arts can be used to support children’s interaction, engagement, and communication. Using the arts to support children’s regulation and to develop their early phonic skills.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such a thoughtful and engaging session!

As part of our topic 'people who help us', KS1 were lucky enough to have a visit from a fire engine! The children enjoyed using the hose and spraying the water. We also heard the sirens and watched the lights flash. Thank you to White Watch from stopsley fire station for visiting!

Selective Mutism training and support group (SMARTI)

Upcoming training opportunities for parents and carers of autistic children and young people this Spring Term!

Sensory Webinar – Exploring the Sensory World: Its Impact and What We Can Do

Delivered by: Faye Clarke, Occupational Therapist (Mood Mechanics)
Date: Monday 9th February 2026
Time: 6.30pm–8pm
Cost: £5
Format: Online
Open to: Parents and professionals
Further information: Please see the attached flyer

Supporting Your Autistic Teenager – Parent/Carer Course

Delivered by: Sarah Po**ck – Parent, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and DBT Practitioner
Format: Three-session course
Dates: Monday 23rd February, Monday 2nd March, and Monday 9th March
Time: 6pm–8pm
Location: Autism Bedfordshire, 1 Hammond Rd, Elms Farm Industrial Estate, Bedford, MK41 0UD
Further information: Please see the attached flyer

Attendance Matters: Routine supports regulation.

Children with SEND often thrive on predictable routines. Daily attendance helps reduce anxiety and builds stability.

Did you know? A consistent sleep and wake-up routine can make mornings much easier for children with additional needs.

Before Christmas our signing choir performed at Luton airport as part of their Christmas performance schedule. They performed in the departure area for passengers travelling through the airport. There were lots of smiling faces from everyone that passed by. During our performance airport volunteers collected donations towards their charity partners Tokko Youth Hub and National Literacy Trust. Our group raised £260.36.