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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 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.

Building Communication

How ABA and AAC Work Together to Help Children Find Their Voice


Free online webinar

15/01/2026  18:00-19:00 

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First Bride Education's upcoming free webinar, Supporting Your Child Without a Diagnosis, is designed for parents and carers who suspect their child may have additional needs but have not yet received, or are not currently seeking, a diagnosis.

Open Day

Our Open Day is designed for families with children who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

In person event
28/01/2026 from 09:30 am & 10:30 am

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What Is ABA Therapy

Understanding the Basics and Making an Informed Choice

Free online webinar

10/02/2026  18:00-19:00

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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.

The Power of Play

Therapeutic Learning for Children with Autism

Free online webinar

12/03/2026  18:00-19:00

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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

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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

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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.

From Nursery to School Age

How Needs Evolve and How We Support Them

Free online webinar

18/06/2026  18:00-19:00

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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.

Transitioning to Mainstream or Specialist School

When, How, and Why

Free online webinar

16/07/2026  18:00-19:00

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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

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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

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

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...

Applied Behaviour Analysis Explained

Understanding How ABA Supports Children’s Learning and Development When you are exploring options for your child’s education and early intervention, it can feel overwhelming to navigate new terms and approaches. One phrase you may come across is Applied Behaviour...

Supporting Your Child Without a Diagnosis

Are you worried about your child’s development, but still waiting for answers? You are not alone. Many families find themselves in this in-between stage, where something feels different, but there isn’t yet a formal diagnosis to explain why. At First Bridge Education,...

How Can an Autism Specialist School Help Children Overcome School Avoidance?

At First Bridge Education, we understand how worrying school avoidance can be for parents. We also know that every child’s progress begins with feeling safe. That is why our nursery and school for children aged 2–9 provides a calm, structured environment where even...

Why Are Autism Specialist Nurseries Important?

Choosing the right nursery for your child can feel like a big decision. For parents of children with additional needs, it can feel even more daunting. You may be wondering: what makes an autism nursery different, and how can it really help my child? At First Bridge...

Does ABA Work in Schools?

When your child with special educational needs starts school, one of the biggest questions you may have as a parent is how they will be supported to learn in a classroom environment. Parents often ask us very directly: “Does ABA work in schools?” It is a fair and...

Inside the Suitability Assessment: What to Expect and How It Helps

As a parent or carer, your child’s happiness and progress are always at the heart of every decision you make. You want to know they are understood, supported, and given every opportunity to thrive. But when you hear the word assessment, it can sound daunting, as...