Barnsley specialist children's health

07/09/2025

Today we are celebrating world Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy!
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a muscle-wasting condition caused by the lack of a protein called dystrophin.
Have a look at the poster below, scan the QR code for more information.
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05/09/2025

have a lovely playlist sharing information and advice around for families and schools. Check out the playlist here:

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05/09/2025

On Sunday 7th September, there will be a UK-wide Emergency Alert System Test.

We know loud alarms and unexpected alerts can feel worrying, so we’ve created a FREE Makaton download to help explain what will happen.

Download it today from the Makaton Library, simply search "alert".

Not got an account yet? Get your FREE 7 day trial here: https://bit.ly/3YmScdk

04/09/2025

Children and young people with DLD often need help with learning new vocabulary. Our ‘Language and Vocabulary’ playlist has some great examples of the strategies and activities that we recommend

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04/09/2025

The Barnsley Council Communication and Interaction Team offer a range of different courses for professionals and families to access. See their courses here

03/09/2025

Mr & Mrs Potato Head wish you all a fun-filled year of new adventures and friendships at school. 🏫🚸🎒✏️📝🍎🔤

03/09/2025

Mr & Mrs Potato Head have been very busy during the summer holidays in our 'Texture/Food Play' group!

03/09/2025

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👟 Walk & Talk – A Chance to Connect
We’re supporting the Short Breaks Team in promoting their Walk & Talk session for SEND parents and carers. It’s a lovely way to meet others, share experiences, and enjoy some fresh air.

🗓️ Friday 19th September | 🕦 11:30–12:30
📍 Locke Park (Tennis Courts, S70 6NE)

📧 Any questions? Contact: shortbreaksECS@barnsley.gov.uk

02/09/2025

Teachers and adults adapting their communication and using strategies can make a big difference for children and young people with . Check out our DLD leaflet and school resource pack on our toolkit: https://buff.ly/dTDTtMw

01/09/2025

This week are talking about Developmental language disorder. Next month it is , you can find out some facts about DLD here: https://buff.ly/E9f6u5J

Raising Awareness of Developmental Language Disorder (RADLD) is the international advocacy for people with Developmental Language Disorder.

01/09/2025

01/09/2025

On Sunday 7 September 2025 there will be a national UK emergency alert test.
Mobile phones in the UK will be sent a test emergency alert at around 3pm on Sunday 7 September 2025 as part of plans to strengthen the country’s preparedness.
The emergency alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather. It allows vital information and advice to be sent to people rapidly in an emergency.
During the test, mobile phones will vibrate and make a loud siren sound for roughly ten seconds, even if they are set to silent. A message will also appear on phone screens, making it clear the alert is only a test.
Victims and survivors who have a secret phone that they may hide from an abusive partner must be informed to take action to prevent the phone from activating.
Please find information below on how to ensure a concealed phone does not activate during the upcoming UK emergency alert test.
Please share this message to help inform victims and survivors of the upcoming alert.
The alerts can be turned off in device settings under ‘emergency alerts’.
Refuge have provided a video to inform victims and survivors how to ensure their secret phone (iPhone and Android devices) does not play the notifying sound.