Nursery World - On course (123)

11 January - The Emergent Writing Journey: from mark-making to writing. This workshop at London University's Institute of Education looks at the development of young children's writing, from early mark-making through to the emergence of words and sentences. Delegates will consider ways of assessing children's early writing, focusing on practical strategies that adults can use to build the skills that children will need to become competent and confident writers. - London. Cost: from 120. Call 020 7612 6589 or e-mail cpd@ioe.ac.uk.

16 January - Supporting Children's Social, Emotional Behavioural Learning. This Institute of Education course will focus on what we need to know about emotions and behaviour to make positive relationships and explore ways in which we can support children's learning. Our understanding of the role that emotion plays in influencing children's behaviour can make a significant impact on the effectiveness of the strategies we use to address behavioural issues. - London. Cost: from £120. Call 020 7612 6589 or e-mail cpd@ioe.ac.uk.

17 January - Reflecting on early childhood leadership. Participants will consider the characteristics of early childhood leadership; the wide range of leadership activities; findings from a research project across a range of settings; and effectiveness in early childhood leadership. - London. Cost: from £176.25. Visit www.early-education.org.uk.

13 February - Early Years Foundation Stage: Effective Preparation and Implementation. Join Nursery World for this exploration of the EYFS. Delegates will consider implementation, delivery and best practice. Guest speakers will include Ruth Pimentel, national director of the Foundation Stage. - Birmingham. Cost: from £199. Visit www.eyfsconference.com or call Haymarket Conferences on 020 8267 4011.