Culzean Castle and Country Park is one of the most visited heritage attractions in Scotland.
It’s located in South Ayrshire and is cared for by the National Trust for Scotland.

Staff from the Heritage centre wanted to ensure that the heritage site is inclusive towards its visitors.
Learning about Makaton and how people use it seemed like
a perfect way to develop our approach towards welcoming visitors. Some of the staff have attended Makaton beginners workshops to help support this initiative and support young people with communication difficulties.

Staff are currently working on developing singing and
signing sessions and storytelling using Makaton.
Click here for a short video

Autism awareness days have also been introduced and more are planned for the future. Check out the site for more information.

Parents

Wheelchair Extravaganza 2016

April 18, 2016 Ms O'Brien

The Wheelchair Sports Extravaganza is about providing a range of opportunities for people who use a wheelchair for sport to try new and exciting sports and learn more about the pathways that are available throughout the country. Furthermore, the event will highlight the opportunities for people with disabilities to achieve at the highest level and hopefully inspire them to become our stars of the future.

Click here for more information on this free event.

Please note that booking is essential.

Venue:       Gannochy Centre, Stirling University, FK9 4LA
Date:          Sunday 12^th June 2016
Time:          09.30 – 15.00
Cost:          Free

If you would like further information or would like to book a place telephone
0131 317 1130. Alternatively email kate.shaw@scottishdisabilitysport.com.

Parents

East Renfrewshire ASN Parent Action Group

April 18, 2016 Ms O'Brien

ERA, East Renfrewshire ASN Parent Action Group. Find them on Facebook or on Twitter – @group_era for services & resources to help out your family.

Helping Families with additional support needs to be more included in the local community by providing opportunities for all.

Click here for more information on the support group and
the Teenies and Junior group.

Teenies and Junior Groups start on Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st April at 1st Barrhead Scout Group hall, Arthurlie Street Barrhead. G78 1BD

- Achievement, - Pupils

everyBODY can fly………

April 18, 2016 Ms O'Brien

Class Arran had to wait for their turn to bust some moves on
the aerial ropes.

Once they had a safety talk and demonstration from Rachel, they were all ready to go! Christopher was tracking Rachel during the demonstration, desperate for his turn.

Rob and Peter were the first to get harnessed up whilst the others watched.

Roll on tomorrow when they can have another turn and learn to make some spontaneous movements and have opportunities to communicate to their partner during start and stop activities.

- Achievement, - Pupils

Flying high………

April 18, 2016 Ms O'Brien

Class Cumbrae were the first to experience the Aerial experience this morning with the “EveryBODY Dancin” company and Water Baby and Dancing Feet dance companies.

After the initial introduction of the staff and demonstration, it was all systems go….. Millie was so excited she was shouting out “Let’s get started”

It was lovely to see the pupils communicate for more, and using their feet to make movements. Alexander was pushing his hand against Rachel (@everyBODYdancin) to make his cocoon move.

I’m sure as the week progresses we will see the pupils much
more relaxed and making attempts to manoeuvre themselves
and create some moves with collaboration with their partners.

Holiday Programme

Summer Camp

April 18, 2016 Ms O'Brien

Please find attached, information and application form for the Scottish Disability Sport Summer Camp 2016.

Summer Camp takes place from 27th-29th July 2016, at Badaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore, and is for young people with physical and/or sensory impairments aged 10-18 years.

Click here for more information

Click here for application form

- Achievement, - Pupils

Aerial Experiences at IMS

April 18, 2016 Ms O'Brien

Everything is all set for the Aerial experiences with Everybody Dance an Inclusive community and aerial dance company born from Blue Eyed Soul Dance.

Staff, including our dance specialist from Waterbaby Dance and Dirty Feet dance companies having some training and then the pupils are all set to fly…….. Exciting week ahead at IMS.