KNW Training & Consultancy

Specialist SEND Training and Consultancy

Empowering professionals with the knowledge, confidence and practical strategies needed to create inclusive environments where children and young people can thrive.

Koala NW Training builds on these values, focusing on the most common and often overlooked challenges facing children and families.

Accredited Training Workshops

100% would recommend our services

What We Offer

Accredited Sleep Practitioner Training

Our comprehensive three-day training course is designed for aspiring sleep practitioners who want to build a solid foundation in evidence-based, family-centred sleep support. With experience supporting over 2,000 families, our team brings a wealth of real-world knowledge to every session, ensuring your learning is practical, grounded, and immediately useful.

This course will leave you confident and equipped to support families with a wide range of sleep issues, using flexible, compassionate approaches that truly make a difference.

We provide everything you need to succeed:

Three days face-to-face training
A professional handbook to use during training and refer back to in practice
Access to an online peer discussion group for ongoing learning and support
Two one-to-one mentoring calls with a senior practitioner during your first 12 months
A library of resources and case studies to deepen your understanding

By the end of the programme, you’ll be equipped to offer something truly special—sleep support that’s personal, flexible and family-first.

More Details

KNW Consultancy / Outreach

Our consultancy service provides specialist SEND advice, guidance and strategic support tailored to the unique needs of your organisation.

Whether you are looking to strengthen inclusive practice, develop SEND provision, improve outcomes for children and young people, or build staff confidence, our experienced SEND practitioners can work alongside your team to identify priorities and develop practical solutions.

We offer support across a range of areas including SEND, SEMH, neurodiversity, attendance, EBSNA, early intervention, family engagement and whole-setting inclusion. Consultancy can be delivered as one-off support, ongoing partnership work, strategic reviews, coaching or bespoke improvement programmes.

Our approach is collaborative, strengths based and solution focused, helping organisations build sustainable approaches that make a lasting difference.

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KNW Training

Our team of experienced SEND practitioners delivers high-quality training, workshops and professional development opportunities for schools, settings and organisations across the North West.

Drawing on more than 26 years of experience through Koala North West, our training is practical, engaging and rooted in real-world practice. We offer a comprehensive programme of established sessions covering a wide range of SEND topics, alongside bespoke training tailored to the specific needs and priorities of your team.

Our specialist areas include SEND, SEMH, neurodiversity, attendance, EBSNA, sleep support, early intervention, family engagement and inclusive practice.

Whether you are looking for a single workshop, a staff development programme or whole-setting training, our sessions are designed to build confidence, strengthen professional understanding and equip staff with practical strategies that can be implemented immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Koala NW Sleep Practitioners Training Course?

Our training is a CPD-accredited, three-day course designed for professionals who want to support children and families with sleep challenges. It’s grounded in practical strategies and real-world experience, delivered by experienced and actively practising sleep practitioners

Secure your place in one of our accreditation training courses or workshops through their respective dedicated page:

Accredited Training SEND Consultancy Workshops

Testimonials

See what some of our former trainees and workshop attendees have said about us…

We commissioned the teenage sleep workshop for families in our area, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The session was professionally delivered with warmth and a deep understanding of both teenage development and family dynamics. It was pitched perfectly – engaging and informative, without being too heavy. Families appreciated the friendly tone, practical strategies, and the evidence-based approach. The workshop met a real need in our community, and we would not hesitate to recommend it or commission it again in future.

- Workshop Testimonial

This was one of the most helpful workshops I’ve attended as a parent. It was tailored brilliantly for families with teenagers – not patronising or too technical, just really clear, useful information that made sense. I appreciated the relaxed style and the chance to ask questions. The presenter was warm and knowledgeable, and the whole session felt really inclusive. I left feeling more confident and reassured – and even my teenager has started taking sleep more seriously!

- Workshop Testimonial

As a parent, it was such a relief to hear that we’re not alone in our sleep struggles. The workshop was supportive, informative, and gave me a fresh perspective on how to help my child. Thank you!

- Workshop Parent Feedback

Our Process

Book

Secure your spot on one of our accredited training courses or workshops by heading to the relevant page and signing up—it's quick and easy.

Attend

We'll handle the logistics so you can focus on learning. Our experienced sleep trainers will guide you through practical, engaging sessions that prepare you to support families confidently.

Aftercare

Accreditation is just the beginning. You'll gain access to ongoing peer support and professional development to help you grow your skills and impact.

Looking for something tailored?

If you don’t see what you’re looking for, get in touch with us to discuss personalised workshops or bespoke training options.

Start your journey today—and help families transform their nights and their lives.