Parenting Courses & Workshops in Herefordshire – Support for Families 

Parenting brings joy, but it can also be challenging, especially when raising a child with additional needs. Across Herefordshire, there are a range of free or low-cost courses and workshops designed to support parents and carers with practical advice, emotional wellbeing, and peer connection. 

What’s Available? 

Here are some of the courses and support options you can access locally: 

Triple P Parenting Groups 

Evidence-based programmes offering positive parenting strategies. Versions include: 

• Standard Triple P 

• Teen Triple P 

• Stepping Stones Triple P (for parents of children with disabilities) 

• Fear-less Triple P (for managing anxiety) 

Workshops run by NHS professionals, including: 

• Understanding Your Child 

• Understanding Your Child with Additional Needs 

• Understanding Teenagers’ Brains 

Togetherness Courses 

Online and face-to-face courses focused on: 

• Emotional wellbeing 

• Behaviour management 

• Child development 

Children’s Centres Programmes 

Local centres offer parenting groups and family support, often using the Solihull approach. These are community-based and accessible. 

Early Help Family Support 

Families needing more tailored support can access Family Support Workers through Early Help. They offer one-to-one guidance on parenting strategies, behaviour, and family wellbeing. 

What Parents and Carers Can Gain 

• Practical strategies for managing behaviour, routines, and emotional development 

• A better understanding of child development, especially for children with SEND 

• Tools to support mental health and learning 

• Opportunities to connect with other parents who share similar experiences 

• Tailored advice and resources to suit your family’s needs 

How to Access Courses 

• Visit the Herefordshire Council website – Parenting Groups & Courses for current timetables and details 

• Speak to your local children’s centre to find out what’s running nearby 

• If needed, ask your school, health visitor, or social worker about an Early Help Assessment to access more personalised support 

Courses may be: 

• Online or in person 

• Held during the day or evening 

• Free or low-cost depending on your circumstances 

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