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September 2016
The NatterJack 2016
The time has come for us all to get ready to get on our bikes and Ride for Jack. Same place and time as last year but more of us, more cake, and more activities for the kids! The rest of the information will be posted in the next couple of weeks so for now just put the date in your diary (It's a Sunday this year folks!) and dust of your bikes :)
Find out more »July 2018
Makatoddlers – Toddler Signing Classes (1 – 3 years)
Makatoddlers is a new 10 week signing and creative program, aimed at children 1 to 3 years old, combing the signs and symbols of Makaton with the creativity of Whiffle Pig. The primary focus of Makatoddlers is for children to develop their language in a child-centred way so that it is motivating, engaging and most of all, fun. The Makaton signing vocabulary is taught through songs and music – anything from emotions, farm animals and jungle animals to daily routines…
Find out more »August 2018
Makaton Taster Workshop
Makaton Taster Sessions are designed for people who are inetrested in finding out about Makaton and are a great platform to begin further training. This Taster will give an insight into why this flexible form of sign language is a a great communication tool that anyone can use and also teaches participants a number of useful signs and symbols. Any profit from our Makaton sessions directly funds Whiffle Pig workshops, offering bespoke creative projects supporting and rehabilitating invidiuals and families…
Find out more »January 2019
The Parent Fort
A co working space for single parents offering childcare and support with other single parents at the weekends and holidays!!! Free parking, free wifi and coffee - use of small kitchen so bring your own lunch. Payment is required to secure place and can be made via Paypal. Please contact us for payment details.
Find out more »March 2020
Makatots – Baby Signing Classes (3 months – 1 year)
Makatots is a 10 week baby signing program, aimed at babies 3 months to 1 year, combing the signs and symbols of Makaton with the creativity of Whiffle Pig. The primary focus of Makatots is for infants to start learning language in a child-centred way so that it is motivating, engaging and most of all, fun. The Makaton baby signing vocabulary is introduced through songs and music – anything from emotions, farm animals and jungle animals to daily routines and…
Find out more »July 2021
Baby Makaton Classes
Signing for babies is a wonderful way to help your child communicate from an early age and meet with other mums. Today over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a way to support speech. Sign up for all 6 sessions up front, and you will get your signing booklet after the first session. Annie Fielder is a fully licensed Regional Makaton Tutor (Licence ID: 103521), she has two…
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