The focus of the programme is on early intervention, to help prevent the behaviour escalating and to reduce the need for restrictive interventions. Meaningful and focused guidance is given to help parent/carers make appropriate positive choices when managing difficult behaviours.
Two-day courses will be delivered by Bells Croft Consultancy on the following dates.
Spaces are limited and subject to booking confirmation. Payment is required at the time of booking at a cost of *£10 per person. BACS details are provided on the booking form.
Booking will open approximately 8 weeks before each individual course commences.
Please contact us at AUFamilyAdvice@suffolk.gov.uk if you are interested in a booking form for the next available course date.
- 29th April & 6th May 2025 – Pinewood Community Centre, Laburnum Close, Pinewood, IPSWICH, IP8 3SL
- 10th & 17th June 2025 – Lowestoft Library, The Britten Room, Clapham Road South, Lowestoft, NR32 1DR
- 8th & 15th July 2025 – The Mix, 127 Ipswich Street, Stowmarket, IP14 1BB
- 16th & 23rd September 2025 - Pinewood Community Centre, Laburnum Close, Pinewood, IPSWICH, IP8 3SL
- 14th & 21st October 2025 – Newmarket Leisure Centre, Exning Road, Newmarket, CB8 0EA
- 18th & 25th November 2025 - Pinewood Community Centre, Laburnum Close, Pinewood, IPSWICH, IP8 3SL
Due to the popularity of these courses, please ensure you can commit to the 2-day face-to-face training programme.
Courses run from 10:00am until 15:00pm on both days.
Spaces are limited and we often have a waiting list – if any unexpected circumstances should arise after booking please do let us know so we can offer this space to another parent/carer by emailing us at AUFamilyAdvice@suffolk.gov.uk.
*Cost of training delivered is subsidised by Activities Unlimited.
Here’s some of the great feedback we have received about this training;
“Very relaxed and fun with no judgement – thankyou”
“Small group meant training could be tailored to personal situations”
“Lots of time to share experiences, off load and discuss”
“The course helped me change my perspective on how my child’s brain works and their behaviours”
“I have a clearer understanding as to what techniques to use to keep my young person and myself safe”