Do you think your child might have ADHD? Are they on a long waiting list for an ADHD assessment or have they recently been diagnosed? Do you want to understand more about ADHD? Join Amanda Porter from Starfish Support for an insightful workshop designed to equip you with the knowledge and strategies you need.
Workshop Highlights:
Whether you prefer to attend in person or online, we offer flexible options to fit your needs:
About Amanda
Amanda has over 20 years of experience as a qualified teacher. She began her career as a class teacher and Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator. She later worked for a Local Authority in the Midlands as a Specialist Advisory Teacher for Behaviour.
In 2007, Amanda moved to Kent and worked for Kent Specialist Teaching and Learning Service as a Specialist Teacher for Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH). She is a trained Nurture Group Practitioner and qualified Forest School leader.
After returning to her hometown of Winchester in 2019, she worked on a pilot project for the Local Authority, supporting mental health and wellbeing in primary schools. In 2020, she founded her company Starfish Support, to provide support to both children and adults. Throughout her career, Amanda has always worked with neurodivergent young people, their families and schools. She has a particular interest in ADHD, having been diagnosed herself six years ago.