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Careers & Training
29 AND 30 AUGUST

Kodaly Musicianship Conference - A way forward for music in Scotland

This event for music teachers, class teachers and nursery staff aims todevelop awareness of the Kodaly method of music education for childrenof all ages, based on the principles of Hungarian composer and educatorZoltan Kodaly. The musicianship and methodology workshops includeSinging Games In and Out of the Classroom.

University of Stirling, Scotland. Cost: 225. Visitwww.nycos.co.uk or phone Carole Allen on 0141 287 2880

29 SEPTEMBER

Observation, Assessment and Planning Workshop

This workshop offers a practical guide to delivering top-qualityobservations that translate into best-practice planning. Share your OAPchallenges with your peers and focus on the practicalities of OAP foryour specific setting. This workshop runs alongside Nursery World's'EYFS One Year On' conference.

Birmingham. Cost: from 199. Visit www.eyfsconference.com or call020 8267 4011

30 SEPTEMBER

Implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage: One Year On - MovingForwards

A year on from implementation, what challenges are practitioners facingunder the EYFS? This one-day conference will examine how the EYFS hasbeen received, interpreted and implemented by early years professionals.Practical advice will be offered by Ofsted officials, outstanding-ratedand award-winning settings, and local authority early years teams.

- Birmingham. Cost: from 299. Visit www.eyfsconference.com orcall 020 8267 40111

30 SEPTEMBER

Developing Mentoring Practice in Early Years and Playwork

This one-day course is relevant to anyone whose role encompassesmentoring, whether formally or informally, and is specifically gearedtowards those working in the early years and play sector. Mentoringskills have become a key tool for those who aim to help settings toimprove their practice through reflection, learning and action.

- London. Cost: from 241.50. Visit www.ncb.org.uk/training emailtraining@ncb.org.uk or phone 020 7843 6084.