Portage Workshop: A small step approach to learning for children with SEND - 2025
This two-and-a-half-day course is the basic qualification certificate in the Portage model of teaching.
Who should attend?
Those who work with the 0-5 year’s age range and are interested in delivering inclusive learning and play activities. It will be of particular relevance to those who hold the Early Years Special Educational Needs coordinator role in the r setting or those who wish to move into this position.
It would also be highly beneficial for practitioners looking to further develop their SEND practice and as part of their work support individual children or lead small group work including children with additional needs.
You will be able to
- Understand the Portage Principles and model of support
- Use the basic skills to deliver Portage under supervision
- Apply Portage skills in one’s own workplace
- Understand the history and local development of Portage
- Understand the range of materials and resources
- Develop confidence in working together using the Portage Model
- Demonstrate awareness of the National Portage Association
Prices for this course (includes Portage Participants Manual)
Early Bird prices
Book at least two calendar months before the course start date to qualify for the Early Bird discount.
- Southampton maintained schools and Southampton private, voluntary, and independent early years and childcare providers - £110
- Academies, free schools and other organisations - £140
Standard prices
- Southampton maintained schools and Southampton private, voluntary, and independent early years and childcare providers - £120
- Academies, free schools and other organisations - £150
Course dates
Delegates must attend all dates to complete the course:
Course one dates
| Session | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session one | Monday 12 May 2025 | 9.15am-4pm | Startpoint Sholing |
| Session two | Tuesday 13 May 2025 | 9.15am-4pm | Startpoint Sholing |
| Session three | Tuesday 24 June 2025 | 9.30-11am | Online session |
Course two dates
| Session | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session one | Monday 6 October 2025 | 9.15am-4pm | Civic Centre |
| Session two | Tuesday 7 October 2025 | 9.15am-4pm | Civic Centre |
| Session three | Tuesday 25 November 2025 | 9.30-11am | Online session |
Venue
The venue for this year's courses is Startpoint Sholing.
Food and drink
Please make your own arrangements for food and drinks.
Course contact
For information about the course please email training.support@southampton.gov.uk.
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