Welcome

My name is Kay Evans. I am a Makaton Tutor and Special Needs teacher with 35 years of experience. I offer both face-to-face and online Makaton Training. I can work with schools and nurseries to boost communication skills through Makaton-based sessions. I provide communication advice, support and training.

What is Makaton?

Makaton is a language programme that uses signs and symbols to help people communicate. It’s designed to support spoken language: the signs are used alongside speech, in the same order as spoken words. Makaton signs are based on the signs used in British Sign Language (BSL). 

Learn the Makaton Core Vocabulary

Learn the signs and symbols of the Makaton Vocabulary and how to use them to support people with a wide range of communication needs. This is accredited, certificated training offered only by licensed tutors. Build up your knowledge gradually by starting with Level 1, working up to level 4*.

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A Little About Me

My name is Kay Evans, and I am an experienced teacher at supporting children, young people and adults. I specialise in supporting language skills for those who have additional learning needs or communication difficulties.

 

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Level 1:

Learn Stages 1 and 2 and some Additional Makaton Vocabulary Understand how we use signs and symbols to support communication.

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Level 2:

Learn Stages 3 and 4 and some Additional Makaton Vocabulary Develop the skill to introduce Makaton and use it appropriately

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Level 3:

Learn Stages 5 and 6 Introduction to interpretation and translation of words into useful signing Learn to analyse signs to improve accuracy.

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Level 4:

Learn Stages 7 and 8 Further develop your skills of interpretation and translation Learn to adapt to make Makaton inclusive and accessible to all.

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What is Makaton?

Makaton is a language programme that uses signs and symbols to help people communicate. It’s designed to support spoken language:  the signs are used alongside speech, in the same order as spoken words.  Makaton signs are based on the signs used in British Sign Language (BSL). It is used extensively across the UK and has been adapted in over 50 countries.  

Makaton's popularity has grown enormously since it was first developed in the 1970s.  The BBC's Something Special has demonstrated that signing is great fun and a brilliant skill to learn. Over the last few years, Makaton has been increasingly recognised and celebrated.  It's becoming more commonly used in mainstream schools, in particular early years, and it's benefits to support and develop early communication skills in all children are regularly reported by settings using the programme.

Makaton training has become increasingly available and versatile over recent years. Access training in person or online, it's up to you! Taking Makaton online has enabled many who previously struggled to access training, advice, support and opportunities to practice. Please note, all training courses have the option of being online or in-person.  If you are looking for training, either online or face to face and you can't see what you're looking for here,  then please contact me to discuss your needs.
 
The best way to learn Makaton is to attend a workshop, either online or face to face.  Makaton training can only be offered by licensed regional tutors. Training is useful for parents, carers, health/education professionals and anyone who has an interest in learning signs to support communication. Training is also available for businesses and community groups who want to welcome and support those who use Makaton.

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Learn Today

Learn the signs and symbols of the Makaton Vocabulary and how to use them to support people with a wide range of communication needs. This is accredited, certificated training offered only by licensed tutors.  Build up your knowledge gradually by starting with Level 1, working up to level 4*.

Face to face training workshops have a maximum of 18 participants.  If I am travelling to you, there will be an additional charge for travel. Online training is delivered via Zoom or Teams to a maximum of 15 participants.  Your manuals and certificates will be posted out. All the workshops, whether online or face to face, are interactive and lots of fun.  You will be signing in sentences in no time at all.  

Each level takes about 6 1/2  hours to complete, and is made up of two modules, delivered either over one or two days or 3 sessions of 2 1/2 hours.

£95 per level.  
Discounts can be discussed for additional bookings.

Includes manuals and certificates

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Makaton Taster Session Online or In-Person

Individual Makaton Taster Sessions

This session is designed to give you an understanding of the Makaton vocabulary, what it is and how to use it.  You will learn around 30-40 useful signs and symbols and get lots of tips on how to introduce them at home or at work.

This can be done online via Zoom or Teams, or in-person. After the training, you will receive course information, copies of all the signs and symbols used, and a certificate of attendance. For group bookings, signs will be selected to best suit your needs.

This is an informal, fun session, with lots of tips and ideas to take away.

£10 depending on any additional expenses

 

Group Taster Bookings
(includes resources and certificates)
Maximum group size is 20

This session is designed to give you an understanding of the Makaton vocabulary, what it is and how to use it.  You will learn around 30-40 useful signs and symbols and get lots of tips on how to introduce them at home or at work.

This can be done online via Zoom, Teams, or in-person. After the training, you will receive course information, copies of all the signs and symbols used, and a certificate of attendance. For group bookings, signs will be selected to best suit your needs.

This is an informal, fun session, with lots of tips and relevant vocabulary ideas to take away.

£10 per person | Duration | 1.5 - 2 hours

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