Welcome to 'An Introduction to Safeguarding', our continuing professional development course suitable for anyone working in education.
All registered users are free to join this course! If you are logged in, you can enrol by clicking the orange gear icon at the top right of this page, then selecting 'Enrol me on this course'. If you are accessing Tapestry CPD as a guest user, you can continue to view this course's content but cannot necessarily participate in every activity. This module has an attendance course certificate. To find out how to become a registered user, please read our Tapestry CPD article on tapestry.info
This course contains two short tasks, two short videos to watch, an audio clip and a written reflection opportunity.
We recommend using a laptop/computer/something with a larger screen to access the course.
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This module explores the background of the Cherry Garden assessment framework and how it is intended to be used. It also considers how the framework can be implemented effectively on Tapestry. It is suitable for anyone working with children with learning differences and disabilities.

This course explains the statutory reporting requirements for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 as well as helpful tips and advice on reporting effectively to parents.

- Teacher: Jack Dabell
We recommend using a laptop/computer/something with a larger screen to access the course.
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This CPD module has been created to support childminders, nurseries and schools in having necessary conversations about ableism.
It is suitable for anyone working in education, but would also be informative for those who don't.


- Teacher: Anya Tapestry
Welcome to 'The First Year', our early years continuing professional development course suitable for anyone who is wanting to learn about child development or refresh their knowledge.
These modules are suitable for students, practitioners and parents who are interested in finding out about typical development from birth to five years.

This module provides information on alternative communication approaches that can be helpful to use with children who have learning differences.
We will focus on:
Intensive Interaction
PECS
Makaton
The course is suitable for students, practitioners or parents who are just starting out on their journey into understanding more about alternative communication approaches.