--- title: "Makaton" url: "https://www.castlehillschool.org.uk/training/communication" school: "Castle Hill School" --- # Makaton We offer a variety of training opportunities at Castle Hill including: - Level 1 - The starting point to learn Makaton - Level 2 - Build on the knowledge gained in Level 1 - Level 3 - Helps to improve and develop signing and symbol skills further - Level 4 - This training completes The Core Vocabulary - you will revise the signs and symbols learned in Level 1-2 & 3 plus learn signs and symbols from the final 2 stages 7 and 8 from The Core Vocabulary - Taster Sessions These workshops are suitable for parents & professionals For further information on these Makaton Specific Course including booking information please follow the links below or contact us at Makaton Taster Sessions - Please click here for further information. 395 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/castle-hill-school/files/documents/Training/TasterWorkshop.pdf) --- ### Makaton Level 1 Level 1 training is the starting point for learning Makaton. It is recommended for: Professionals, parents, family members, carers and workers who need to use Makaton at home and in their work Participants who need a more detailed knowledge about using and applying Makaton to develop the communication skills of others **Next course date** 12th January 2027 - [Click here to book](https://castlehillschool.org.uk/events/book/2027-01-12-makaton-level-1-january-2027) 4th March 2027 - [Click here to book](https://castlehillschool.org.uk/events/book/2027-03-04-makaton-level-1-march-2027) 20th May 2027 - [Click here to book](https://castlehillschool.org.uk/events/book/2027-05-20-makaton-level-1-may-2027) Please click here for further information. Level 1 training at your own venue. 1.17 MB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/castle-hill-school/files/documents/Training/Level1ownvenue.pdf) Please click here for further information. Level 1 face to face training at Castle Hill School 595 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/castle-hill-school/files/adult_courses/Makaton_Poster_Castle_Hill_1_2627.pdf) --- ### Makaton Level 2 ​Level 2 training is the progression for learning Makaton continuing from Level 1. It is recommended for: Professionals, parents, family members, carers and workers who need to use Makaton at home and in their work Participants who need a more detailed knowledge about using and applying Makaton to develop the communication skills of others **Next course dates:** 10th November 2026 - [Click here to book](https://castlehillschool.org.uk/events/book/2026-11-10-makaton-level-2-10th-november-2026) 20th April 2027 - [Click here to book](https://castlehillschool.org.uk/events/2027-04-20-makaton-level-2-20th-april-2027) Please click here for further information. 593 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/castle-hill-school/files/adult_courses/Makaton_Poster_Castle_Hill_2.pdf) --- ### Makaton Level 3 ​Level 3 Training Level 3 training helps you to improve and develop your signing and symbol skills and how to use them effectively every day. Content Level 3 training provides a practical continuation to the Makaton Language Programme. Sessions include discussing commonly asked questions, hints and tips for effective signing and symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at home or work. You will revise the signs and symbols learned in your Level 1 and 2 training and learn the signs and symbols for Stages 5 and 6 of the core vocabulary. Entry criteria Participants must have an interest in early communication skills and have completed Level 1& 2. Study materials If you attend Level 3 training, you will receive a Participant's Manual, which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop. You will receive a certificate when you complete the workshop. ​**Next course date:** 22nd June 2027 - [Click here to book](https://castlehillschool.org.uk/events/book/2027-06-22-makaton-level-3-22nd-june-2027) Please click here for further information. 615 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/castle-hill-school/files/adult_courses/Makaton_Poster_Castle_Hill_3_2627.pdf) ### Training - [Assessment](https://www.castlehillschool.org.uk/training/assessment) - [Behaviour ](https://www.castlehillschool.org.uk/training/behaviour) - [Makaton](https://www.castlehillschool.org.uk/training/communication) - [Development Centre](https://www.castlehillschool.org.uk/training/development-centre) - [Development School](https://www.castlehillschool.org.uk/training/development-school) **Castle Hill School** Castle Hill School is an Academy within the Together Learning Trust (TLT) Registered Office: The Brooksbank School, Victoria Road, Elland. 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