Makaton Level One Training
Led by our own Makaton Tutor Trina Pollard!
This course is open to anyone in KENT, who cares for and/or works directly with, a child or young person with Down’s syndrome.
Date: Wednesday 6th May 2026
Time: 9:30am - 15:30pm | Arrive at 9:15am
Level 1 is open to everyone—no prior experience is required. You’ll cover Stages 1 and 2 along with about half of the additional vocabulary (around 125 concepts). The course also includes background information and an introduction to simple theory. You’ll receive a manual that you take home, which costs £21, and is included in our ticket price. The manual has all course materials, the signs and symbols you’ve learned, and a certificate upon completion, remember to keep your certificates for further training.
The aims of the session are to:
Provide a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme.
Pick up Makaton Level One
Learn a new skill to aid with communication
What to bring: You will need to bring lunch with you, some tea and coffee will be provided.
Location: Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel, Ashford Road, Hollingbourne, Maidstone, Kent ME17 1RE
Cost: Parents/Carers - £30 Professionals - £70
We are also running Level 2 (Wednesday 3rd June) and Level 3 (Wednesday 8th July) Makaton Training.
Book all 3 Makaton Training courses in one bundle for a 10% discount on the price:
Bundle Cost: Parents/Carers - £81 Professionals - £207
21 Together hold a strong belief that no family should be denied access to training due to finances. Our Financial Support Policy and application form is available upon request.