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An introduction to neurodiversity  

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Code: T25CQ2305  

Location: Highfield Hall Primary School  

Cost: Free  

Starting: Friday 09 January 2026 

Duration: 1 sessions over 1 week(s)

Time: 9.30am 

By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.

 

Description

This is a course for parents and carers of children attending Highfield Hall Nursery and Primary School. This course is for you if you are a parent or carer of a neurodiverse child or you suspect your child may be neurodiverse. Our courses are for people who live in Derbyshire aged 19 and over. 

Who is this course for?
This is a classroom based course. There will be practical activities with guidance from your tutor. The course will be a mix of tutor-led activities, individual work and group work. Your tutor will give you support and feedback so you know what to do to improve. 

How will I learn?
You may want to have something to take notes on.

What will I need?
There are no other costs.
  

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Time and duration

Start Date: 09 January 2026
Start Time: 9.30am
Day: Friday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 1

Location

Highfield Hall Primary School  
Highfield Lane  
Chesterfield
Derbyshire  
S41 8AZ  
01246 273534

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