Koala NW Sleep Training
Empowering professionals to become sleep practitioners
Koala North West is a trusted charity supporting families across Cheshire and Merseyside. We offer services that build confidence, promote emotional wellbeing, and provide practical support—making a real difference to daily life by strengthening family relationships and helping children and parents thrive.
Koala NW Sleep Training builds on these values, focusing on one of the most common and often overlooked challenges facing children's and families' sleep. Poor sleep can affect everything from behaviour and learning to mental and physical health and family relationships.
75% Of Parents Observed Better Sleep In Their Children Following Support
82% Of Children’s Wellbeing Has Improved
89% Of Parents Feel More Confident
98% of Families Reported Their Mental Health Has Improved
Accredited Sleep Practitioner Training
Our comprehensive three-day training course is designed for aspiring sleep practitioners who want to build a solid foundation in evidence-based, family-centred sleep support. With experience supporting over 2,000 families, our team brings a wealth of real-world knowledge to every session, ensuring your learning is practical, grounded, and immediately useful.
This course will leave you confident and equipped to support families with a wide range of sleep issues, using flexible, compassionate approaches that truly make a difference.
We provide everything you need to succeed:
- Three days face-to-face training
- A professional handbook to use during training and refer back to in practice
- Access to an online peer discussion group for ongoing learning and support
- Two one-to-one mentoring calls with a senior practitioner during your first 12 months
- A library of resources and case studies to deepen your understanding
By the end of the programme, you’ll be equipped to offer something truly special—sleep support that’s personal, flexible and family-first.
More DetailsWorkshops for your Parents and Carers
Our parent workshops are designed to strengthen the partnership between schools and families, with children’s needs placed firmly at the centre.
In addition to our work with schools and families, our experienced sleep professionals run a variety of workshops throughout the year, specifically for parents and carers of children experiencing sleep difficulties.
Our training is rooted in years of hands-on experience, meaning attendees gain real, practical strategies that make a genuine difference. Click on the button below to view our current workshop offerings. If you’re looking for something specific, just ask!
Workshops for Professionals
Our professional development workshops are tailored for those working across education, health, social care, and family support. Whether you’re a teacher, health visitor, social worker, youth worker or sleep practitioner, our sessions provide vital insight into the role of sleep in children’s wellbeing.
Understanding and addressing sleep issues early can have a profound impact—not just on the child, but on the whole family. Better sleep supports improved mental and physical health, emotional regulation, school and work attendance and parenting confidence.
These practical, evidence-based workshops help professionals identify sleep difficulties, understand their root causes, and know when and how to intervene.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Koala NW Sleep Practitioners Training Course?
Our training is a CPD-accredited, three-day course designed for professionals who want to support children and families with sleep challenges. It’s grounded in practical strategies and real-world experience, delivered by experienced and actively practising sleep practitioners
Secure your place in one of our accreditation training courses or workshops through their respective dedicated page:
Accredited Training WorkshopsSee what some of our former trainees and workshop attendees have said about us…
- Workshop Testimonial
- Workshop Testimonial
- Workshop Parent Feedback
Our Process
Book
Secure your spot on one of our accredited training courses or workshops by heading to the relevant page and signing up—it's quick and easy.
Attend
We'll handle the logistics so you can focus on learning. Our experienced sleep trainers will guide you through practical, engaging sessions that prepare you to support families confidently.
Aftercare
Accreditation is just the beginning. You'll gain access to ongoing peer support and professional development to help you grow your skills and impact.
If you don’t see what you’re looking for, get in touch with us to discuss personalised workshops or bespoke training options.
Start your journey today—and help families transform their nights and their lives.