Learn Makaton

Are you ready to take the first step? Getting started with Makaton is fun and easy — and once you do, you'll soon want to learn more. We look forward to welcoming you to the Makaton family soon!

Find Training

Looking to learn Makaton? You’re in the right place! Use our quick and easy search tool to find a workshop near you — available online or face to face.

Our workshops are delivered by our wonderful network of fully trained and licensed Makaton Tutors, based across the UK.

Learning through our Tutor Network means you’ll get:

  • Expert, hands-on teaching from people who live and breathe Makaton
  • Flexible, local options to fit your schedule and learning style
  • Personal support to help you put Makaton into practice in your home, workplace or community

Please note: All workshops listed here are organised and run by our freelance Licensed Tutors.
To book, simply use the portal to contact with the organising Tutor — they’ll be happy to provide full details and answer any questions.

Makaton Training in Your Workplace

Delivered directly by The Makaton Charity, our group workshops offer a practical and engaging way for teams to learn Makaton. Available online or at your workplace, these sessions equip staff with the skills and confidence to communicate effectively with people who have communication difficulties.

Makaton For...

Our newest training provision helps you create calm, clear and inclusive communication – where you work. Whether you’re delivering care, supporting learning, responding to emergencies or promoting wellbeing Makaton For... gives you the tools to make communication calmer, clearer and more inclusive. Our workshops are designed for people working in real-world, high-pressure environments, where communication matters most. You’ll leave with practical skills you can use right away to connect with confidence.

Teach Makaton

Have you already attended the core training and have had plenty of experience using Makaton in a wide variety of situations? Want to share your love of using Makaton? Why not become a Makaton Trainer or Tutor so you can teach others?