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Workshops

Providing support and information to autistic young people, autistic adults and their families

We offer a range of workshops aimed at individuals waiting for a diagnosis or who have already received a diagnosis.

 

We also provide workshops for autistic young people, adults, and their families. Some of the topics of the workshops include, understanding autism, accessing support, managing behaviours that challenge, sensory difficulties and managing anxiety.  Please see below our current workshops:

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Welcome back and team building

Date

8th January 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

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This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.  


The structure of the session is as follows:

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  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

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* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Beginning Your Childs Autism Journey Sessions:  1 to 6

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

Child Holding Hand
For Parent Carers

Date

9th January 2026

Time

10.00am - 11.00am

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For parent carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this series of workshops

This programme consists of weekly one-hour sessions designed for parents who are beginning to explore an autism diagnosis or who have been referred to the Neurodiversity Pathway (GDA Pathway). Each week, we will focus on the following key areas:

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9th January 2026 - Part 1 - An introduction to getting a diagnosis

16th January 2026 - Part 2 - Interests and focus 
23rd January 2026 -  Part 3 - Social interaction and social communication
30th January 2026 - Part 4 -Sensory
6th February 2026 - Part 5 - Stimming, routine and structure

13th February 2026 - Part 6 - Emotions & energy levels

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IMPORTANT - Please ensure you are able to attend all sessions before booking

Managing Emotions for Parent/Carers

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

Child Resting Thoughtfully
For Parent Carers

Date

15th January 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

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A workshop for parents/carers who will learn about: 

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  • What are emotions and energy levels.

  • How you can support your child to recognise, interpret, manage and respond to different emotions.

  • Exploring autistic fatigue and burnout and what this looks like for your child.

Doncaster SENDIAS Workshop - SEN Support & The Graduated Approach

Run by: Doncaster Parents Voice & Doncaster SENDIAS

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For Parent Carers

Date

27th January 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

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A workshop for parents/carers delivered by Doncaster SENDIAS

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Social Communication & Interaction

Date

29th January 2025

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.   At this workshop we will look at what social communication, social interaction and social imagination can look like.  We will also delve into the strengths and differences in these areas that you may experience. 


The structure of the session is as follows:

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  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

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* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Social Imagination

Date

5th February 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.   


The structure of the session is as follows:

​​​

  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

​​

* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Strategies to Manage Behaviours that Challenge

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

Pensive Young Man
For Parent Carers

Date

12th February 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers who will learn about: 

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  • What challenging behaviour is and where it comes from. 

  • When and how to intervene when challenging behaviour is presented. 

  • Considering situations that can occur and how they can be managed. 

Doncaster SENDIAS Workshop -SEN Support - EHCP's

Run by: Doncaster Parents Voice & Doncaster SENDIAS

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For Parent Carers

Date

24th February 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers delivered by Doncaster SENDIAS

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Employment Support

Date

26th February 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.  


The structure of the session is as follows:

​​​

  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

​​

* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Navigating Your Childs Autism Journey Sessions:  1 to 6

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

Compass
For Parent Carers

Date

27th February 2026

Time

10.00am - 11.00am

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For parent carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this series of workshops

These are a programme of weekly 1 hour sessions designed to support parents and carers.  The programme offers practical guidance and deeper understanding for parent/carers they navigate their autism journey. Each session will provide valuable insights and the weekly sessions will focus on the following areas:

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27th February 2026 - Part 1 - Navigating Anxiety 

6th March 2026 - Part 2 - Navigating Distressed Behaviours  
13th March 2026 -  Part 3 - Navigating Meltdowns/Shutdowns
20th March 2026 - Part 4 - Navigating Masking
27th March - Part 5 - Navigating Puberty & Part 6 - Navigating Autistic Burnout

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IMPORTANT - Please ensure you are able to attend all sessions before booking

Strategies to Manage Anxiety 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

Parent Embracing Child
For Parent Carers

Date

5th March 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers who will learn about: 

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  • What anxiety is and what it looks like for their child 

  • Different strategies to support and manage anxiety 

  • Considering situations which cause anxiety and how these can be managed 

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Stimming

Date

12th March 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.  


The structure of the session is as follows:

​​​

  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

​​

* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Talking about Autism with your Child and Siblings

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

Family at home
For Parent Carers

Date

19th March 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers who will learn about: 

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  • Exploring your families emotions/feelings on receiving an autism diagnosis  

  • How to use a structured approach in explaining autism to your child 

  • How to talk to siblings and the wider family 

Doncaster SENDIAS Workshop - Reviewing a Draft Plan

Run by: Doncaster Parents Voice & Doncaster SENDIAS

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For Parent Carers

Date

24th March 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers delivered by Doncaster SENDIAS

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Easter Treat

Date

26th March 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.  


The structure of the session is as follows:

​​​

  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

​​

* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Navigating Burnout

Date

16th April 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.  


The structure of the session is as follows:

​​​

  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

​​

* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Doncaster SENDIAS Workshop - Complaints, Concerns & Appeals

Run by: Doncaster Parents Voice & Doncaster SENDIAS

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For Parent Carers

Date

28th April 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers delivered by Doncaster SENDIAS

Well-Being Session - For autistic adults 

Run by: Doncaster Autism Service

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Effectively Communicating with Others

Date

30th April 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

For autistic adults*

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication.  


The structure of the session is as follows:

​​​

  • A quiz

  • Information sharing​

  • A walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)

​​

* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis

Doncaster SENDIAS Workshop - Post 16 Support in Education & Work

Run by: Doncaster Parents Voice & Doncaster SENDIAS

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For Parent Carers

Date

23rd June 2026

Time

10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue

Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE

Attendees

Parents/Carers

Cost

Free

Booking

Booking is essential for this workshop

​

A workshop for parents/carers delivered by Doncaster SENDIAS

Need more information?

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