Dyscalculia is a specific learning difficulty impacting the understanding of numbers and mathematical concepts, affecting about 6% of people. It creates challenges in everyday tasks like telling time and handling money. Effective support includes focusing on understanding, incorporating games, linking maths to real life, celebrating mistakes and staying positive and encouraging.
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Take the leap of a lifetime - participate in a tandem skydive from 7,000 feet to raise funds for families of neurodivergent children.
SPACE Hertfordshire seeks Weekend or Holiday Bank Staff to support neurodivergent children and their families through inclusive events. The role offers flexible hours, competitive pay starting at £12 per hour, and comprehensive training. Applications are ongoing.
January at SPACE
The period between Christmas and the start of the new school term can be difficult to navigate for neurodivergent children. Here are some of our tips for reducing anxiety, maintaining regulation and making the most of this family time together.
This February, we’re inviting you to join a challenge that’s about more than just walking – it’s about coming together to make a real difference for over 10,000 families of neurodivergent children and young people across Hertfordshire. Our ‘One Million Steps for Ten Thousand Families’ challenge is simple, meaningful, and open to everyone – from … Continue reading One Million Steps for Ten Thousand Families
Whether you are swapping turkey for pizza, celebrating in pyjamas, or skipping the decorations altogether, the magic of Christmas lies in creating traditions that work for your family. Our latest blog oulines some ideas from Team SPACE for how to enjoy Your Christmas Your Way this year.
We are hiring a compassionate individual to manage our Lending SPACE community hub, supporting families with neurodivergent children. The role requires vision, collaboration with staff and volunteers, and line management responsibilities. This part-time position offers 20 hours weekly, hybrid working and a salary of £13,867 pro rata. Closing date: December 10, 2023.
We have had an absolutely fang-tastic October at SPACE. It's been ghoulishly good fun with Halloween parties, quizzes and crafts; half term Doughnutting fun on the slopes; celebrating Dyslexia Awareness Week - including the launch of our new dyslexia assessments - and ADHD Awareness Month; the launch of new on-demand webinars and more fundraising superstars taking on challenges for SPACE. Read on to find out more about what we got up to in October.
Our "Navigating the SEND World," webinar is designed to leave leave parents and carers of SEND children and young people feeling more confident, prepared, and empowered to tackle the complexities of SEND support. By the end, you’ll have the insights, practical tips, and essential contacts you need to access ongoing support for your family.