PDDCS News

National Deaf Children Society’s new project ‘Raising...
PDDCS News This month the National Deaf Children Society’s new project ‘Raising the Bar’! was launched.   "Raising the Bar aims to raise expectations of what deaf children and young people can achieve in dancing and music. Ten lucky winners of our new competition will be invited to attend a 2 day masterclass in Birmingham in May at The Birmingham REP Theatre led by...
Mon, Jan 26 2015

Annual School Musical - Sign Supported Performance 2015
PDDCS News     Jack Hunt School's annual Show week is Tuesday 10th – Friday 13th February, with a sign supported performance on Thursday 12th. Tickets are now on sale from Tuesday 27th January.   Tickets  - £8 each,   For further details contact: Email: info@jackhunt.net Jack Hunt Secondary SchoolLedbury RoadPeterborough PE3 9PNTel: 01733 263526
Sat, Jan 24 2015

Hannah Beharry guest at PDDCS' Boxfit
PDDCS News Poster for Media Pack (1) Boxfit.pdf by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society The deaf friendly Boxfit sessions will run at a discounted price for PDDCS members:Friday 16th January - 20th FebruaryKids of all ages 6-7pmAdults 7-8pmLocation: Jack Hunt School PE3 9PNFor further details contact Sam stockwell328@btinternet.com
Fri, Jan 09 2015

Research volunteers: EQ-5D questionnaire - SORD, University...
PDDCS News Repost from deaf-uk-jobsEQ-5D BSL TESTING THE RELIABILITY QUESTIONNAIRE University of Manchester are looking for volunteers to take part in a pilot study of the BSL version of the EQ-5D questionnaire. The EQ-5D questionnaire is about health and is available to fill in online. There are only five questions in the EQ-5D. You will be asked to complete two other BSL quest...
Thu, Jan 08 2015

Volunteer opportunity - Kenya
PDDCS News Looking for a volunteer opportunity.Mustard Seed project are a small UK charity working in Africa in  Mgongeni, an urban slum area of Mombasa, Kenya. [link] are looking for a volunteer for 2-26 weeks. They are looking for someone who has experience, either as a teacher or a teaching assistant, of working with deaf and or other children with special needs.For further...
Mon, Jan 05 2015

Ear Foundation - Teens - Cadbury's World
PDDCS News  Teens Cadbury’s World Saturday 14 February 2015 The Ear Foundation are organising the following event:"Come and join us for a day out at Cadbury’s world! An opportunity for young deaf teenagers to get together, build friendships and share experiences with other teens who understand what it is like living with deafness.Cost: £10If you would like to join u...
Fri, Jan 02 2015

Clubber signs the lyrics to dance tune for deaf friend
PDDCS News Check out this short video clip of two clubbers - one signing the lyrics to a song for her deaf friend. I assume they all started jumping about when the beat kicked in! This video has been viewed over 7 million times on Facebook.Have any of you had friends like that or sign for your friends? Via Jade Ramm Post by Gareth Emery.
Mon, Dec 22 2014

Signature - BSL Homework - Christmas
PDDCS News [link] Signature, a national charity, campaign to improve the standards of communication with deaf and deafblind people in the UK. Throughout the festive season they have reflected the festive spirit in their BSL homework resource by teaching a few signs that can be used over Christmas. A new sign will be revealed every day during advent. They welcome learners to t...
Sun, Dec 14 2014

ACTION NEEDED!! UK Sport Consultation
PDDCS News Below is a message from  Lee Dolby, Director of Development, UK Deaf Sport:You may be aware that currently the UK Government does not recognise deaf sport in the same way that it does Paralympics Sport. This has meant that since lottery funding began £174,944,971 has been invested into Paralympics, but only £209,620 in Deaflympics in other words just 0.11%. Paralym...
Sat, Dec 06 2014

Local support - for Rwand Centre for Deaf Children in the...
PDDCS News Teachers of the Deaf from Suffolk have recently returned from a visit to Nyabihu District. To read about their experience click hereThere will be a concert to launch the building fund is in Bury on Dec 11th at 8 pm West Road Church.To donate following this link  [link]
Wed, Dec 03 2014

Rwanda - Centre for Deaf Children in the Nyabihu District
PDDCS News Last week Channel 4's Unreported World article highlighted the experience of deaf children in Uganda. SignHealth has had a presence in Uganda for a long time, setting up the very first deaf pre-school in Kampala, training teachers and introducing sign language to the deaf community. In Rwanda there is no state provision for Deaf children  The few schools for Deaf ch...
Sat, Nov 29 2014

DCAL seeking Research Participants: Deaf Mothers with...
PDDCS News Below are details relating to research project with DCAL - Deafness Cognition And Language Research Centre"Babies of Deaf Mothers We are looking for deaf mothers who use BSL and either have a baby under 7 months or are currently pregnant, to participate in our research exploring early language experience; [link] BSL video available: [link] We will cover all expens...
Sat, Nov 29 2014

Deaf friendly British Cycling affiliated Go-ride cycling...
PDDCS News Thorpe Ventures Cycling Club has worked closely with the PDDCS over the last year.  They have just become a British Cycling affiliated Go-ride cycling club. Their sessions are deaf friendly. To make further enquires contact Steve at tvcyclingclub@thorpe-ventures.com.
Thu, Nov 27 2014

Unreported World article on deafness in Uganda
PDDCS News [link] On Friday night Unreported World broadcast an article on SignHealth Interational's work with Deaf children in Uganda. There is stigma and cultural taboo surrounding deafness in Uganda, meaning Deaf people there are among the most isolated and disadvantaged groups in the developing world. This programme gives an insight into the lives of Deaf children that is ...
Mon, Nov 24 2014

Hannah Beharry to attend PDDCS Boxfit sessions
PDDCS News --- popular PDDCS Boxfit sessions, delivered by Sam Stockwell and James Chapple, will have an extra attendee, Hannah Beharry, at the three of the sessions during the 4th round of Deaf Friendly Boxfit taking place from Friday the 16th January 2015. Hannah, Athlete Mentor for Sky Sports Living for Sport, is:Two times England champion at 48 kgBritish champion at 50...
Sun, Nov 23 2014

BSLBT: Deaf climber Andre Hedger
PDDCS News Check out BSLBT - BSLzone for the fantastic clip on Deaf climber Andre Hedger [link]
Sun, Nov 23 2014

PDDCS deaf friendly swimming Round 4
PDDCS News PDDCS babies, children and young people have been enjoying the deaf-friendly swimming sessions delivered by Lisa, swimming instructor, and Vivacity. The next ten week block starts on 8th Jan at the regional pool in Peterborough each Thursday:age 0-3: 4.30-5pmage 3-5 5-5.30pmage 5-19 5.30-6pmThanks to funding support from Vivacity, the ten week course is only £30.Fo...
Tue, Nov 18 2014

Deaf ski instructor
PDDCS News NDCS produce many informative video clips.In this clip Aaron, a BSL user, explains how he followed his dreams to become a ski instructor.
Sat, Nov 15 2014

Department for Transport launches ‘All Aboard’...
PDDCS News   Department for Transport launches ‘All Aboard’ Competition for students aged between 14-18 years old! Students are challenged to design audio and visual tools to improve travel for blind and deaf bus passengers Department for Transport, today launched the ‘All Aboard’ competition!   The competition is part of the Government’s ‘Accessible Britain C...
Wed, Nov 12 2014

Cambridge Junction: BSL supported performances
PDDCS News Cambridge Junction are hosting the following 2 upcoming events:   Two performances of  Red Earth Theatre’s Hansel and Gretel next Sunday (16th November) which features integrated BSL – details here    A BSL interpreted performance of their Christmas show Around the World in 80 Days on 21st December at 11am – details here    If you would like any ...
Tue, Nov 11 2014

Panto and Party booking deadline 30th Nov 2014
PDDCS News It's that  time of year. Book before the deadline, end of November, for your place at the PDDCS Winter Party (13th Dec) and annual Panto (3rd Jan) [link]
Mon, Nov 10 2014

Sense Mini-Magpies Group for toddlers with sensory and...
PDDCS News We got this through from Sense for your attention: See the note from Sense below Mini Magpies Leaflet Sense Children's Specialist Services run a preschool group called Mini Magpies,  for children with multisensory impairment or those who are single sensory impaired and have additional disabilities. The group runs on the first Thursday of each month from 10:30 - 12:...
Fri, Nov 07 2014
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Deaf Golf Champion Paul Waring on Trans World Sport
PDDCS News DeafSportsUK have highlighted the feature of England Deaf Golf star Paul Waring on Channel 4's show Transworld SportTo access the script they have provided click here
Sat, Nov 01 2014

Get your tickets for our fabulous Winter Party and meet...
PDDCS News It's the annual PDDCS Winter Party soon and a chance for deaf children and their brothers and sisters to meet father Christmas and get a present!This year we will be having some other secret special surprise visitors that the kids will love and some more fun entertainment and party games. Its a great time for all families of deaf children in the city to come together ...
Wed, Oct 29 2014

Signature Community Spirit Award Winners
PDDCS News Congratulations to Shelia and John Cheetham. John, retired PDDCS President for many years and his wife, Shelia won the Community Spirit 2014 Signature Annual Awards this month. Below is from the Signature website [link] minutes with Shelia and John Cheetham  - 2014 Signature Annual Awards Community Spirit winners How did you feel when you were announced the 2014 Co...
Wed, Oct 29 2014

Hearing Dogs Award 2014 - Life changing patnership of the...
PDDCS News Hearing Dogs Award 2014 - Life changing patnership of the year award.An inspirational video.
Tue, Oct 28 2014

NDCS Newly Identified Weekend - Norwich - March 2015
PDDCS News Norwich Newly Identified Weekend Mar 2015 by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society
Mon, Oct 20 2014

BL4D - Business Link 4 Deaf
PDDCS News [link] website is an online directory for individuals who use sign language to access a wider network of people"You can find anything from builders or trades people to accountants and driving instructors (plus a lot more) based in London who have employed or are looking to employ deaf people or indeed, people that can do sign language - all on this web site." BL4D  ...
Sun, Oct 19 2014

Get your discount tickets for the signed Panto Jack and the...
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Fri, Oct 10 2014

PDDCS Toddler Group Autumn Term 2014
PDDCS News Thursday 2nd October Thursday 16th October Thursday 30th October Thursday 13th November Thursday 27th NovemberThursday 11th December                 TBC Toddler Group trip  Toddler Group is run by parent Kelda Chambers. The group is aimed at pre-school children and held at the Jigsaw Centre in Orton Malborne, Peterborough (click for a map)...
Wed, Oct 01 2014

PDDCS Weekly Sporting Activities
PDDCS News With support from local sporting groups and Living Sport, PDDCS continue to deliver access to range of deaf friendly sporting activities each week for children with any level of hearing loss..To check dates go to the PDDCS events page here PDDCS Sport Activity Poster by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society
Sat, Sep 27 2014
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2014-15 Deaf Kids football Details **New Sessions for ages...
PDDCS News Deaf Friendly Football, in association with Peterborough United, The National Deaf Youth Tournament Champions, is back for the 2014-15 season with new sessions for younger kids from ages 5-9. All sessions are led by Tash Applegate, an FA qualified coach, notable local footballer and experienced in kids football coaching.She will be assisted by William Palmer for the ...
Fri, Sep 19 2014

Disabled Contestants - Tiger Aspect (for BBC 3)
PDDCS News deaf-uk-jobs@yahoogroups.com: "Tiger Aspect are looking for disabled contestants for their latest BBC3 series: I Survived A Zombie Apocalypse.· Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be hunted down by the ‘walking dead’?· If an apocalypse struck this could happen to you! Would you have the creativity and survival skills to pass the ultimate test? A bran...
Mon, Sep 15 2014

Project Think Stink - Feel the Force Day - 18 October 2014
PDDCS News Feel the Force Day Peterborough  - Saturday 18 October 2014 from 11am until 6pm Feel the Force Day is the only Film and TV event designed for visually impaired and disabled people from infants to the elderly. If you know of anyone with a disability who you think may enjoy feel the force day - please let them know.Feel the Force are also running a Think Stink projec...
Sat, Sep 13 2014

Ear Foundation: Photography Workshop
PDDCS News Teenz (11 – 18 year olds) Photography Workshop Saturday 11 October 2014; 10am till 3pm At The Ear Foundation (83 Sherwin Road, Lenton, Nottingham, NG7 2FB)   A practical hands-on workshop designed to give you a better understanding of how a camera works and demonstrate how some basic principals can easily improve an image. Please bring a packed lunch! ...
Thu, Sep 11 2014

Volunteer Vacancy: BSL Interpreted Pantomime Event Organiser
PDDCS News Cinderella was the Panto last year PDDCS are looking for a volunteer to help us run one of our best events of the year.Every year, PDDCS organises a trip to the Pantomime at the Key Theatre for our families and this year we need someone organised and super-cool to get the show on the road.Ideally you'll have some experience of organising small trips or events, be a h...
Tue, Sep 09 2014

Deaf Football Update: Sessions Begin 22nd September
PDDCS News Deaf Friendly football sessions with Peterborough United will resume on 22nd September. More information to follow soon. 
Fri, Sep 05 2014

Deaf Children: Staying safe online
PDDCS News With a new school year starting young people may wish to know of the following resources to help them stay safe onlineFurther support and information is available through ChildLine deafzone. [link]
Tue, Sep 02 2014

Peterborough Yacht Club Family Fun Day: Sat 30th Aug
PDDCS News Reminder :) The lovely folk at Peterborough Yacht Club have nominated PDDCS as the charity to benefit from their fantastic annual charity day on 30th August.There is lots to do on the day with river trips on the impressive boats, entertainment, games, a grand raffle and delicious food. It's all within the beautiful setting of Peterborough Yacht Club in Nene Park and ...
Mon, Aug 18 2014

Weekend for Families with Pre-school Deaf Children - Norwich
PDDCS News Below are the details from the NDCS for an upcoming families weekend:"This weekend is an opportunity for families from across the country to spend a relaxing and informative few days in the company of other families who all have at least one thing in common – they have a pre-school child with a hearing loss. The weekend, which will begin with families arriving on Fr...
Thu, Aug 14 2014

Swimming instructors get sign language training thanks to...
PDDCS News Swimming and sports instructors from across Peterborough took part in the first BSL (British Sign Language) classes paid for by the efforts of two-heroic swimmers that swam 22-miles down the River Nene last week. The sign language courses, which will get the instructors to the BSL Level 1 qualification, also include a sports module and deaf awareness training that wil...
Sun, Aug 10 2014

Squash Summer Camp 2014 Peterborough
PDDCS News Last year Racxsport delivered deaf friendly squash sessions to PDDCS members.There is a summer camp running on 13/14th August. For further details contact Daniel at daniel@racxsports.com Squash Summer Camp Summer Camp 2014 by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society
Thu, Aug 07 2014

Workshop: Step up and into work - The Phoenix Group,...
PDDCS News Workshop: Step up and into work - The Phoenix Group, Stevenage Deaf friendly workshops Tips for getting on in a hearing workplace Deaf-friendly work experience•    Build up a good CV•    Make a good impression at an interview•    Tips on working with hearing people•    Skills to encourage hearing people to be deaf aware•    Work experience ...
Thu, Aug 07 2014

RAF Wittering choose PDDCS as one their two charities of...
PDDCS News Jack at an special PDDCS open day at RAF Wittering We're delight to announce that RAF Wittering have selected PDDCS as one of their two charities of the year. This is great news as it will help pay for our many activities throughout the year (of which there are many for deaf children and their families)Here is the press release from RAF WitteringCHARITIES for childre...
Wed, Aug 06 2014

Incredible 22-mile swimming challenge for sign language...
PDDCS News It was pitch black and 10pm when the Nene Channel Challenge came to an end. Greeted by jubilant friends, family and supporters, Julie Longland and Lisa Ryan emerged from the chilly river after a swim that had covered 22-miles in 16 hours. The challenge is the equivalent of swimming the English Channel between Dover and Calais and took Julie and Lisa along the windin...
Tue, Aug 05 2014

Watch: Nene Channel Challenge Swimmers emerge from 16-hour...
PDDCS News They did it! Our swimming heroes from the Nene Channel Challenge, Julie and Lisa, emerge from the water at 10pm tonight after 16 hours of swimming down the River Nene to Peterborough. They were met by friends, family and a barbecue.PDDCS would like to extend a massive thank you to Lisa and Julie. It was an astonishing challenge and we are humbled by your dedication an...
Sat, Aug 02 2014

Welcome our 22-mile river swimmers home on Saturday at...
PDDCS News The amazing 22- mile swimming challenge, The Nene Channel Challenge, is taking place on Saturday 2nd August to raise money for PDDCS. The money raised will be used to teach swimming instructors sign language on our popular swimming programme for deaf children.22 miles is the same distance to swim the channel from Dover to Calais!Swimmers Lisa and Julie will set off fr...
Fri, Aug 01 2014
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Deaf Kids Summer Playscheme - Book Now
PDDCS News Here's the details of our excellent Summer Playscheme beginning on the 26th August. To book for your child, please print-off and send the form to the address on the poster.PDDCS Playscheme 2014 Advert by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society
Wed, Jul 30 2014

Wembley Stadium Deaf-Friendly Football Day Pictures
PDDCS News Peterborough United's Deaf Youth football team went to Wembley Stadium on Sunday 27th July to take part in football training and matches against teams from Kent Deaf Children's Society and Brentford FC.With the impressive stadium looming magnificently in the background, players aged 4-14 joined in with some drills then some five-a-side matches with mixed teams. At the...
Sun, Jul 27 2014

NDCS resources: Preventing bullying in deaf children and...
PDDCS News This week NDCS published new resources to support young people, families and professionals with the difficult issue of bullying.   NDCS also to provide advice and support to parents and deaf young people. The resources are free to download – just click on the links below:resources for young people resources for parentsresources for professionalsAlternatively, you c...
Wed, Jul 23 2014