childhood shapes us
Parenting Support and Educational Consultancy in Dundrum and Bray
Providing practical support for parents, as they respond to their children’s changing needs
We offer Incredible Years Courses in Dundrum and Bray for:
- Parents of young children
- Parents of autistic children
- Parents and teachers as partners of autistic children
We offer Educational Consultancy services in Dundrum and Bray, including:
- one to one parent support for children with a diagnosis of condition/learning need:
- support for parents in liaising with schools and professionals about their child’s needs:
- special education information evenings.
Who we are
'Childhood Shapes Us'
Having worked in the area of special education for many years, it was evident that many parents who have children with particular educational needs would benefit from specific support to meet their specific needs.
For many parents, they are entering a New World for the first time.
In such circumstances, any one of us would benefit from helpful direction, information and guidance.
Parents find themselves in a position where they endeavour to access the necessary resources and services for their respective children.
‘Childhood Shapes Us’ core interest is providing the practical support for families who are invested in this form of service in supporting the family unit.
‘Childhood Shapes Us’ support the family by;
Supporting the family in navigating this new landscape of special education
Support in liaising with the school and other professionals, and by so doing, accessing the appropriate resources for your child.
How Can We Help?
We offer “The Incredible Years courses” in Dundrum and Bray for parents or carers of children from toddler to primary school age, for parents of children on the autistic spectrum for parents and preschool teachers working as partners with children on the challenges of parenting in today’s world.
Modern families are under increasing pressure. We are living in a busy world, facing various obstacles on a daily basis. Our children are facing new challenges that did not exist when we were children - spontaneous family life is being devoured by ‘stress and anxiety.’
Society is responsible for protecting:
*Childhood*
so that our young people grow up to be kind, happy, confident, flexible, motivated adults as they are entitled to be.
They are going to face challenges never seen in our lifetime.
Our courses are practical, collaborative and enjoyable . Together, we explore and examine many useful strategies to support families on their journey.
The Incredible Years Courses
The Incredible Years courses are evidence based, effective courses for parents and teachers in Dundrum and Bray. They were developed and researched by Dr. Carolyn Webster-Stratton, Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington. The Incredible Years courses have been delivered in more than twenty-four countries.
‘Our goal is to deliver evidence-based programs and materials that develop positive parent-teacher-child relationships and assist in preventing and treating behaviour problems and promoting social, emotional, and academic competence before a child becomes an adult.’ (The Incredible Years)
To find out more please see the Courses page.
Parenting Support for Parents of Young Children
This course aims to support parents of toddlers to primary school age with strengthening parent-child interactions, attachment issues, reducing harsh discipline and promoting children’s emotional, social and language development.
Parenting Support for Parents of Children with ASD
This course aims to help parents of children with ASD with emotional regulation, social competence, language skills, relationships and school readiness.
Parents and Teachers as Partners of Children with ASD
This course aims to support teachers and parents who are working with children on the ASD spectrum. It is designed to promote children’s emotional regulation, language development, positive social interactions and school readiness.