Parent webinars
Get ready to be inspired, empowered and equipped with the knowledge to be the best parent you can be…
At Parentkind, we support everyone in a parenting role. And let’s face it, parenting can be a challenging job. Tackling a wide range of topics, our webinars are designed to share insight on how you can support your child with a wide range of learning and life experiences, strengthen your understanding of education and school life and foster solid parent-child relationships along the way.
During these interactive webinars, you’ll be able to engage with our experts, ask questions and connect with others on a similar journey — we believe in the power of community and the strength of sharing experiences and learning together.
Browse our webinars
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Autistic girls are frequently under-identified, misunderstood and unsupported. This webinar goes beneath the surface to examine how autism may present differently in girls, what unique challenges they face in school, and how we can create neuro-affirming environments that meet their full range of needs. Drawing on the SEND Code of Practice, real-world cases and lived experience, this session offers practical steps for creating meaningful change.
- Date: 23/04/2026
- Time: 7.00 — 8.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Carly Steel
- Suitable for: All ages
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Are you tired of nagging, repeating yourself, or being ignored by your child? This session dives into effective communication techniques that inspire motivation, cooperation, and a growth mindset in kids of all ages. You’ll learn how to build a positive bond that encourages good behaviour while boosting confidence and self-esteem. We’ll share practical, common-sense communication skills to transform how you connect – not just with your child but with anyone in your life, from family to colleagues. And we’ll explore strategies that foster respect and understanding, making everyday interactions smoother and more meaningful.
- Date: 27/04/2026
- Time: 7.30 — 8.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Rachel Vecht, Educating Matters
- Suitable for: All ages
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Feeling exhausted from repeating yourself over and over? Struggling with the pushback and emotional fallout when setting boundaries? You’re not alone! Join us for this webinar where we’ll explore the ‘why’ behind boundaries, and how they can transform your child’s behaviour and your own wellbeing. Learn practical tips for setting clear, consistent boundaries, even when you’re running on empty.
- Date: 06/05/2026
- Time: 7.30 — 8.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Jennifer Wyman, Bridge the Gap Child Mental Health C.I.C
- Suitable for: All ages
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Join us for a dynamic introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Gain insight into what it really means, explore how it impacts children and walk away with practical strategies to support your child with confidence.
- Date: 14/05/2026
- Time: 12.00 — 1.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Sarah Stewart, The PDA Society
- Suitable for: All ages
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Join us for an empowering online workshop designed to equip parents and caregivers with the tools and knowledge to support anxious children effectively. Delivered by Bridge the Gap Child Mental Health, this workshop covers essential strategies for understanding, managing and reducing anxiety in children.
- Date: 20/05/2026
- Time: 12.00 — 1.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Jennifer Wyman, Bridge the Gap Child Mental Health C.I.C
- Suitable for: All ages
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Starting school is a big milestone – for children and parents alike. In this expert-led discussion, we’ll explore how to support your little one through this exciting transition. From handling first-day nerves and encouraging new friendships, to building key readiness skills, establishing positive routines, managing emotions and challenges, supporting early learning and preparing for your first parents evening – we’ll share practical advice and answer your questions. We’re delighted to be joined by an outstanding panel of specialists, including Dr Kathy Weston, Founder of Tooled Up Education and a leading national expert on parenting, Jennifer Wyman, an Early Years Practitioner and Emotional Literacy Specialist and Founder of Bridge the Gap, and Sarah Anyan, Community Engagement Executive at Parentkind, former reception teacher and school leader. Whether you’re feeling excited, nervous, or simply have lots of questions, this session will give you the confidence, insight and practical tools to help your child thrive as they begin their primary school journey. Please note that this panel discussion is part of our Be School Ready campaign and will be recorded. Participants will be muted and won’t feature in the recording.
- Date: 02/06/2026
- Time: 12.30 — 1.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Experts: Dr Kathy Weston, Jennifer Wyman and Sarah Anyan
- Suitable for: Early years, primary
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The move from primary to secondary school can be a big change for both children and parents. This webinar offers practical advice on how to help your child navigate the transition smoothly. We’ll discuss key differences between primary and secondary school, how the parent-school relationship will evolve, and the most effective ways to communicate with your secondary school. Additionally, we’ll address common parental concerns, assess their validity and provide strategies to manage them.
- Date: 09/06/2026
- Time: 7.30 — 8.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitators: Michael Whitworth and Miranda Perry, Abrial
- Suitable for: Primary, post-primary, secondary
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In this session, nutritionist Jenny Tschiesche will share her expert advice on creating healthy, balanced lunchboxes without breaking the bank. With the rising cost of food, Jenny will guide parents in selecting affordable, nutritious options that children will enjoy. Drawing on her 15 years of experience in creating recipes and running workshops, she will provide practical solutions to help families navigate the challenges of lunchtime nutrition.
- Date: 19/06/2026
- Time: 12.30 — 1.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Jenny Tschiesche
- Suitable for: Early years, primary
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This webinar will help parents understand the key knowledge, skills, and concepts that young children will acquire in Reception, the year they turn five. We will cover the 7 areas of learning and development in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the Early Learning Goals, and the Reception Baseline Assessment. Learn about the balance between adult-led and child-initiated learning, and how scaffolding play can enhance your child’s development. Additionally, we’ll explore how early maths, literacy and communication/language skills are taught, and how you can support your child to maximise their growth during this crucial year.
- Date: 24/06/2026
- Time: 12.30 — 1.30pm
- Location: Zoom (online)
- Facilitator: Lisa McLeod
- Suitable for: Early years, primary
Book a webinar
To book a place, select your child’s school by searching for the postcode below and you’ll be directed to the webinar registration form.
Top questions
If you’ve got a query about our webinars or how we can support parents further, feel free to contact us.
Yes, the webinars are free to attend for everyone – you don’t have to be a parent of a Parentkind PTA member school.
Sign up through this page on the website. Fill in the fields, selecting your school and the webinar you’d like to attend. You’ll then be asked a few sign-up questions. Once registered you will receive a registration confirmation email. There is no need for a PTA login or any kind of account – anyone can access the page. If you don’t have a child in school, select the most appropriate option under ‘other sign-up options’ along with the webinar you’d like to attend. You’ll then follow the same process as outlined above.
The webinars aren’t recorded, so there is no option for parents to receive a recording after the event. We encourage attendance on the day so you can take part in the interactive session.
No, turning on your camera is not required. However, if you’re able to, we encourage it as it helps create a more engaging and interactive experience.
If you’re experiencing issues signing up for a webinar, please contact a member of the team at [email protected] and we will do our best to help sign you up.
We collect this data to better understand our audience, to gain an insight into the needs and wants of parents around the UK and to be able to report on impact to our PTA members, schools, parents and funders. Please note that we will never share your personal data with third parties. Please see our Privacy policy for more details.
We try and vary the times of webinars, offering a mix of lunchtime and evening slots that take into account what’s popular, as well as facilitator availability. If there’s a time, you’d like us to consider, please let us know and we will keep it in mind for future.
Currently our webinars are for parents and carers who are either based in the UK or who have children at schools who follow the UK curriculum.
We recognise that some people who wish to join our webinars do not have a child in a school. We have included the following sign-up options to ensure as many people as possible can benefit from the webinars:
- Educational professional
- Foster carer
- Home educator
- Parent of an Early Years child
Absolutely! Download our parent webinars toolkit, which gives you ready-made social media and newsletter posts as well as email copy to send to parents and school leaders.
