Lighthouse Training & Outreach
About us...
Lighthouse Training & Outreach service was founded in 2018 to assist the growing need for specialist autism support within the region. We believe that early intervention and the right support can have a lasting impact and transform the lives of autistic children and young adults.
Our Training & Outreach service aims to share our established in-school expertise, specialist support strategies and evidence-based practice. Our specialist outreach staff bring a wealth of experience and have a high level of training in autism-specific approaches and advocate for neuro-affirming support. They have, and continue to access, certified training from leading providers and autistic advocates on a regular basis.
Our range of outreach, training and consultancy services utilise the knowledge and expertise of our staff to deliver life-changing outcomes for autistic children and young adults in other provisions and at home. Our approach is person-centred and tailored to meet individual needs.
Training and Outreach Brochure
Delegate Training 2025-26
We are delighted to offer this series of interactive training modules developed and facilitated by the specialist team at Lighthouse School. These modules provide staff with the skills to enhance SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) practice in school with autistic learners.
Our training provides:
•Flexible learning: choose individual modules based on your specific needs and interests
•Gain knowledge: learn from our experienced and passionate practitioners dedicated to improving autism understanding and support
•Practical strategies: gain actionable tips and techniques that you can immediately apply with autistic individuals
•Interactive and engaging: each module features autistic voice, practical activities and take-away resources to reinforce learning
All current courses will be held at Lighthouse School, Arthington House, Hospital Lane, Leeds, LS16 6QB
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Unit |
Module |
Date |
Time |
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1 |
Autism Understood: an introduction |
Wednesday 1st October |
2.30-4.15PM |
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Supporting sensory differences |
Wednesday 22nd October |
2.30-4.15PM |
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2 |
Honouring Autistic Communication 1 |
Wednesday 19th November |
2.30-4.15PM |
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Honouring Autistic Communication 2 |
Wednesday 10th December |
2.30-4.15PM |
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3 |
Supporting emotional regulation in autistic learners |
Wednesday 18th March |
2.30-4.15PM |
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Managing emotional health: anxiety, masking and burnout |
Wednesday 25th March |
2.30-4.15PM |
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4*
*delegates choose 2 modules to complete the unit
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Adapting teaching and learning for autistic learners(lead/teaching staff focus) |
Wednesday 28th January |
2.30-4.15PM |
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Supporting reading and writing across the curriculum for SEND |
Wednesday 14th January |
2.30-4.15PM |
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Supporting autistic students in the classroom (support staff focus) |
Wednesday 11th February |
2.30-4.15PM |
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Supporting executive functioning |
Wednesday 29th April |
2.30-4.15PM |
Delegates may book onto stand alone sessions and will receive a certificate of attendance if they do not complete the unit.
Or get in touch to discuss hosting this training at your setting
Lighthouse Outreach
Lighthouse Outreach service offers tailored, neuro-affirming support designed to meet the diverse needs of autistic learners and those with SEND.
Our outreach support is available to any educational provider or local authority.
Outreach is designed to be a medium to long term support for settings and learners. Through a structured referral process, we provide expert consultation to help schools develop inclusive, strengths-based practices.
If you would like a free consultation session around how we can support in your setting, please email training@lighthouseschool.co.uk
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