'Increasing Physical Activity for Children & Young People with SEND/SEMH (0–25) in Rochdale'

As part of the Public Health comissioned: 'Increasing Physical Activity for Children & Young People with SEND/SEMH (0–25) in Rochdale' project, we will be delivering a series of fully funded, free-to-attend training/workshop sessions in the lead-up to summer.

These sessions are designed for staff at every level. We are especially keen to engage those who work directly with children, young people and their families, as well as colleagues who plan, prepare or work more strategically within their organisations.

By attending, providers will be able to:

• Show families that we are all actively investing in SEND/SEMH, accessibility and inclusivity.
• Build trust, which came through strongly in the survey responses.
• Share best practice across the sector, learning from each other rather than working in isolation.
• Strengthen Rochdale’s collective offer, demonstrating that we are developing as a partnership, not as individual organisations.
• Create more consistent, confident and welcoming experiences for children and young people across the borough.

In the first instance, each provider can book up to 2 places per session.

Venues are TBC. If anyone is willing to host a session, it would be hugely appreciated. It’s a great opportunity to showcase your venue, highlight what you do, and support colleagues to understand your environment. Please let us know if you’re interested.

Training Sessions & Booking Links

‘Supporting Every Child: Understanding SEND & SEMH in Activity Settings’
• Thursday 4th June 2026 @9:30am-12pm - Book Here
• Tuesday 9th June 2026 @5:30pm-7:30pm - Book Here

‘Understanding Behaviour as Communication: De‑Escalation & Regulation’
• Monday 15th June 2026 @9:30am-12pm - Book Here
• Monday 22nd June 2026 @5:30pm-7:30pm - Book Here

‘Working in Partnership with Parents/Carers (Communication & Engagement)’
• Monday 29th June 2026 @5:30pm-7:30pm - Book Here
• Tuesday 30th June 2026 @9:30am-12pm - Book Here

‘Designing Inclusive Activities: Practical Strategies & Adaptive Approaches’
• Tuesday 7th July 2026 @9:30am-12pm - Book Here
• Monday 13th July 2026 @5:30pm-7:30pm - Book Here

We hope you can make every effort to attend or send delegates. These sessions are an opportunity for us to grow together as a sector, strengthen our shared practice, and continue building an inclusive, accessible offer for families across Rochdale.

If you have any questions, please get in touch. We’ll confirm venues shortly, and all sessions will take place within the Rochdale Borough.