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Circle of Adults – Group Problem Solving Workshop

03/12/2025

Circle of Adults – Group Problem Solving Workshop

Reflective Practice and in depth problem solving Using the Circle of Adults Approach
Facilitated by: Colin Newton & Derek Wilson — co-creators of the Circle of Adults approach

Join us for a powerful reflective practice workshop using the Circle of Adults process — a structured, emotionally intelligent, creative group problem-solving method designed to support professionals working with complex inclusion, challenging behaviour or hard to understand SEND challenges.

These open workshops allow individual professionals to experience the approach directly, learn from its originators, and see the process in action.

Workshop Dates  

• 2 December — 4:00–6:00pm

• 9 December — 10:00am–12:00pm

• 12 December — 2:00–4:00pm

• 16 December — 8:30–10:30am

All sessions delivered live online.

Pricing

£75 + VAT per session
Early bird: £50 + VAT (available until 10 days before each workshop)

Bundle of all four workshops: £200 + VAT (best value)

Optional Add-Ons

20-minute follow-up consultation: £50 + VAT
Circle of Adults book: £15 (no VAT)

Benefits of the Circle of Adults Approach

Participants will:

  1. Gain a structured, safe method for exploring complex behaviour or inclusion dilemmas
  2. Experience deep listening, emotional containment and solution-focused thinking in practice
  3. Learn a creative facilitation process that unlocks new perspectives and shared understanding
  4. Develop team resilience and capacity to support young people with complex needs
  5. Leave with a clear set of agreed strategies for real-world use

Unique Added Value: Learn From the Co-Creators

As this workshop is led by Colin Newton and Derek Wilson, participants uniquely benefit from:

  1. First-hand insight into the origins and evolution of the Circle of Adults
  2. Direct modelling of high-quality facilitation
  3. The opportunity to observe the process as intended by its designers
  4. Q&A with both co-creators
  5. A rare chance to deepen reflective practice with the people who built the method

Who Is This For?

  • Perfect for:
  • SENCos
  • EPs
  • Trainee and Assistant EPs
  • Behaviour leads
  • Pastoral staff
  • Senior leaders
  • Inclusion teams
  • Social care professionals
  • Anyone facing a challenging situation who would benefit from structured group problem-solving.

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Spaces are limited to ensure high-quality facilitation.
Early booking is recommended.

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