Courses and conferences

1 November
Nuts and bolts This conference by the National Association of Toy & Leisure Libraries will consider the practical implications of setting up and running a toy library.
Newcastle. Cost from 99.88. Contact the National Association of Toy & Leisure Libraries on 020 7387 9592.

3 November
The Montessori sensorial materials: hand on! This seminar by Ranelagh House will consider the link between the hands and the development of intelligence. Presentations will also be given on a range of Montessori sensorial materials.
The Bar Convent Conference Centre, York. Cost 58. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638.

7 November
Working with babies and under three's This workshop by Kinderquest looks at how to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for babies and the under three's.
Roffet Millennium Hall, Horsham. Cost 45 + VAT. Contact Kinderquest on 01933 446 828.

7 November
Working with bilingual children and families The Aswan Learning Centre runs a one-day workshop which enables participants working with young children to gain awareness and understanding of the importance of providing an anti-bias curriculum linked to race equality.
2nd floor, Day Lewis House, 320-324 Bensham Lane, Croydon. Contact the center on 020 8239 1141.

8 November
Mathematics for high-attaining children at Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 This course by BEAM Education will cover topics including planning, teaching and assessment of higher attainers, ways of extending pupil consolidation tasks and the use of effective questioning during the whole-class sessions.
Barnsbury Centre, Offord Road, Islington, London. Cost 129.95. Contact Karen Jardine on 020 7684 3324.