Makaton combines signs, symbols and speech to help children with Down syndrome express themselves and understand the world around them. Our courses are designed specifically for people supporting children with Down syndrome – so you’ll learn the signs that matter most, in the contexts where you’ll actually use them.
All sessions are delivered online, so you can join from wherever works for you.
Events coming up
Wed, September 2, 2026 10:00 AM
Six week online signing course for grandparents.
Thu, September 3, 2026 10:00 AM
This six-week online introduction to signing is designed for new parents and carers who are just beginning or have not…
Thu, September 3, 2026 11:30 AM
Designed for families who have already completed Makaton Signing for Babies and Families, MakaFun builds on functional signs by introducing…
Tue, September 22, 2026
This two-hour online session introduces Primary staff to the Makaton language programme, teaching approximately 40 signs and symbols (including 20…
Tue, October 6, 2026
This two-hour online session introduces Early Years staff to the Makaton language programme, teaching approximately 40 signs and symbols (including…
Tue, October 13, 2026
This two-hour online session introduces Primary staff to the Makaton language programme, teaching approximately 40 signs and symbols (including 20…
Thu, October 22, 2026
This two-hour online session introduces Early Years staff to the Makaton language programme, teaching approximately 40 signs and symbols (including…
Tue, November 3, 2026 10:00 AM
This six-week online introduction to signing is designed for new parents and carers who are just beginning or have not…