Events

Upcoming Events

Here you will find our free parent webinars and our upcoming Open Days, each designed to give you clear, reassuring insight into how Applied Behavior Analysis and early intervention work in our nurturing specialist school environment for children aged two to nine.

Every session is led by our experienced team, offering practical guidance, real examples, and space for your questions.

If you are still weighing up your options or preparing to name a school on an EHCP, these events provide a safe, supportive way to understand what feels right for your family.

And if you would like to speak with our admissions team afterwards, we are always happy to help you plan your next step.

This article and podcast episode explore how Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles can be understood through EYFS language and practice. We show how strategies such as breaking learning into small steps, celebrating success, and creating enabling environments align seamlessly with EYFS priorities. Drawing on research evidence and examples from First Bridge Education, we highlight how educators can use evidence-based approaches to motivate children, reduce barriers, and support inclusive learning.

Integrating evidence-based practice into the early years curriculum: How ABA principles align with the EYFS

08/12/2025

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A young boy in nursery sits at a small table with an adult woman, engaging in a playful educational activity using toy animals, including a cow, elephant, and pig. The boy is smiling and appears relaxed and engaged, while a nursery staff member interacts with him supportively in a nurturing early years learning environment.

What Is ABA Therapy

Understanding the Basics and Making an Informed Choice

Free online webinar

10/02/2026 18:00-19:00

The Power of Play

Therapeutic Learning for Children with Autism

Free online webinar

12/03/2026 18:00-19:00

Smiling young girl at First Bridge Education in London, enjoying outdoor play in a nurturing environment for early years and SEND support. Wearing a floral embroidered top and sitting on a blue playground seat, she embodies joy, confidence, and positive development.

How to Advocate for Your Child

EHCPs, Appeals, and Parental Rights

Free online webinar

14/04/2026 18:00-19:00

A young child sits on a padded mat while an adult supports her in using a blue AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) device. The adult is guiding her hand or showing her how to use the device. Behind them is a bookshelf with children’s books and soft play cushions, indicating a supportive early years or therapy environment.

Local Authority vs Private Funding

What Are Your Options?

Free online webinar

12/05/2026 18:00-19:00

From Nursery to School Age

How Needs Evolve and How We Support Them

Free online webinar

18/06/2026 18:00-19:00

Transitioning to Mainstream or Specialist School

When, How, and Why

Free online webinar

16/07/2026 18:00-19:00

First Bridge Education supports children from ages 1-9 with food challenges with low-pressure, high-structure, sensory-based food tech sessions.

Stimming, Tantrums, or Communication?

Understanding Behaviours

Free online webinar

11/08/2026 18:00-19:00

A young autistic child in a SEN nursery explores water play with an orange cup, supported by an ABA therapist. They are engaged in a sensory-rich activity at First Bridge Education, surrounded by labelled storage boxes filled with toys. The environment is calm, structured, and child-centred, supporting the principles of routine, sensory regulation, and connection.

What Does Typical Social Development Look Like at 18 Months?

Free online webinar

17/09/2026 18:00-19:00

“Parents and carers are unanimous in their praise of the exceptional levels of care and education their children receive.” – OFSTED

Designing Education for Autism

Supporting a young child’s development can feel overwhelming when you are trying to understand what specialist autism education should look like. You may wonder which learning environment will help your child feel settled, how staff will communicate with them and how...

Why Early Intervention Matters for Development

When you first begin to notice differences in your child’s communication, play, or behaviour, it is natural to feel uncertain. Families often tell us that this stage feels both hopeful and overwhelming at the same time. You want to give your child the best possible...

How ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) Supports School Readiness

Starting school can feel like a huge step for any young child, and for many families it brings a mix of excitement and uncertainty. You may wonder whether your child is ready for a classroom environment, how they will cope with routines, or what support they might...

Building Communication for Young Children: How ABA and AAC Work Together

When a child is struggling to communicate, daily life can feel unpredictable for the whole family. You might notice your child becoming frustrated when they cannot express what they need, or you may be unsure how to support their development in a way that feels...

What Are the Signs of Overstimulation in Autistic Toddlers?

When a toddler becomes overwhelmed, the world can suddenly feel very loud, very bright, and very fast. For many families, especially those who suspect autism or are exploring early pathways of support, this can feel confusing or even worrying. You might be unsure...

Autism Is a Spectrum of Needs

Understanding what autism is can feel confusing when your child is only two or three years old. Early childhood moves quickly and you may find yourself trying to make sense of new behaviours, changing routines or growing differences in communication. If you are...

Understanding Masking in Autism at School

School can present a very different picture from home. A child may seem calm and settled in the classroom, yet they struggle as soon as the day ends. Teachers might describe a child as polite and quiet, while parents see the exhaustion, the tears and the late-evening...

Supporting Your Wellbeing Over the Festive Period

Many families tell us that one of the hardest parts of the festive period is the pressure to include their child in activities that look joyful from the outside but realistically feel overwhelming. You might want your child to join in with everything other families...

Could ABA Be a New Standard for Autism Schools in London?

Finding the right school for your child can feel like one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. For parents of children with autism or related neurodiverse learning profile, that choice often comes with added questions and emotions. You want your child to be...

What to expect from our SEN nursery

As parents ourselves, we know that choosing a nursery is a big decision for any parent. When your child may have Special Educational Needs (SEN), it can feel even more important to find a setting that truly understands them. You want to know that your child will be...