15 JULY 2026
On Wednesday 15 July, we are delighted to welcome parents and carers from across Manchester to a free SEN event, taking place at our new Bowersgates school. This support event will feature informative sessions, useful strategies and tips, as well as an EHCP and clinical drop-in clinic. Attendees will also have the opportunity to tour the school ahead of its opening in Autumn 2026.
📆Date: Wednesday 15th July
⏰Time: 10am-2pm
🏫Venue: Bowersgate School, Floats Road, Wythenshawe, M23 9PL
Bowersgate School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education for boys and girls. Based in Wythenshawe, the school meets the needs of pupils with special educational needs including ADHD, autism and social & emotional difficulties. The initial age range will be 6-16 years.
Helping Your SEN Child Thrive: Sleep, Social & Emotional Health
Event Agenda
10am: Introduction from the Head Teacher
10:15am: Understanding SEN, Children, and Sleep: Challenges, Impacts, and Strategies
Presented by Helen Rutherford, Specialist Sleep Practitioner from The Sleep Charity
- Understanding the physiology of sleep, why children with SEN struggle more than other children, and a tool-kit of strategies tailored for our children.
11:30am: Reducing Anxiety: Social Interactions, Emotional Regulation & Behaviours
Presented by Dr. Jessica Lakmaker, Psychologist for Witherslack Group
- An introduction to therapeutic practices to support your child at home, looking at social interaction and communication, ideas and tips for your child's emotional regulation, and behaviour support in the home environment.
12:30pm: Tour of the School
12:30pm - 2pm: EHCP Advice and Support Drop In Clinic
Paula Harrington, Parent Support Specialist for Witherslack Group
- This drop in session is designed for parents and carers who are at the beginning of their child's SEN journey and would like some additional support and guidance on obtaining an EHCP, appealing the process, the school admissions process at one of our schools, and more.
12:30pm - 2pm: Clinical Drop In Clinic
Dr Vicki Wardman, Clinical Director for Witherslack Group
- Our clinical drop-in session offers parents and carers the opportunity to speak directly with an experienced professional, ask questions, and receive personalised guidance on supporting your child or young person’s individual needs.