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Stockport Parents of ADHD Children in Education

SPACE Stockport is a support group for parents and carers of children and young people in the Stockport area with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and associated conditions. The SPACE committee members are all local parents, who have children with ADHD.

We hold regular meet ups, which are an opportunity to talk to other parents who face the same challenges, in a relaxed and informal way. 

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological condition which is commonly characterised by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. ADHD Inattentive Type, sometimes referred to as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is commonly characterised by inattention and impulsivity.

The term Attention Deficit can be misleading as it suggests that those with ADHD / ADD have a lack of attention, when the issue is usually that they have inconsistent levels of attention and difficulty controlling where it is directed. At one time ADHD was considered to be a condition which only affected male children. This is now known to be incorrect, but unfortunately the stereotype of unruly little boys continues to affect the diagnosis of girls and adults, particularly those without obvious hyperactivity.

INATTENTION

Easily Distracted
Difficulty Organising
Loses or Forgets Things
Difficulty Following Instructions
Doesn’t Appear To Listen

IMPULSIVITY

Speaks & Acts Without Thinking
Interrupts
Calls Out in Class
Acts The Clown
Rushes Through Work

HYPERACTIVITY

Fidgety
Regularly Taps, Fiddles, Touches
Restless
Always On The Go
Takes Risks

SPACE Parent & Carer Meet Ups

Our meet ups take place at The Dog and Partridge on the A6 in Stockport.

Our next meet up is on Tuesday 8th April 2025.

The Dog and Partridge
272 Buxton Road (The A6)
Great Moor
Stockport
SK2 7AN

2025 Meet Up Dates

Information For Parents

There is a lot of misinformation about ADHD which can be confusing, especially for those with a recent diagnosis. Here at SPACE we provide helpful information which allows parents to make informed decisions and signpost useful services.

There is no charge for parents or carers to attend our monthly meet ups, join our online community or attend guest presentations.

 

Raising Awareness

Here at SPACE we are committed to raising awareness about ADHD and fighting the various myths and damaging stereotypes associated with it

The more we understand the condition, the easier it is for us to help and support our children. Knowing the facts is also helpful when dealing with other people who have regular contact with our children such as relatives and teachers. Without an accurate understanding of what ADHD is, it can be difficult for them to understand why our children behave the way they do.

What is ADHD on Biteable.

Latest News

Guest Speaker Cheryl Knupfer

SPACE Guest Speaker – Cheryl Knupfer

9 May 2025 By Claire SPACE Team

At our next parent and carer meet up, we are being joined by Cheryl Knupfer. Cheryl is the Strategic Lead for Autism in Stockport and is well known by many of our families.

As Greater Manchester moves towards offering services for Neurodiversity rather than focusing on ADHD, Autism etc separately, Cheryl will be coming to outline the neurodevelopmental support offer in Stockport.

Cheryl will be joining us from 7.00 pm and starting her talk soon afterwards.

If you are parenting a child with ADHD or another neurodiverse condition, you are very welcome to join us. We are primarily an ADHD parent support group and meet on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, between 7 and 9 pm. Our meet ups are informal and an opportunity for parents to meet others facing similar challenges. There is no need to pre-book and you are welcome to join us, even if your child does not have a formal diagnosis of ADHD.

Our meeting dates for the rest of 2025 are available on our website.

event flyer

Our May meet up will be at The Dog and Partridge on the A6, close to Stockport Grammar School. Postcode SK2 7AN

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