Participation for real
This conference by Voice for the Child in Care will discuss participation in action, individual decision making, service planning and community involvement.
King's Fund, 11-13 Cavendish Square, London. Cost from 25. Contact Voice for the Child in Care on 020 7833 5792.
10 November
Funding for out-of-school childcare
This conference by Kids' Club Network will guide you through the funding maze and look to the future needs for support for childcare in areas of disadvantage.
Leeds. Contact Kids' Club Network Conferences on 020 7512 2100.
16 November
Study day on attachment
This Cache Tutors' Association study day will discuss the causes of social breakdown, common personality disorders, and remedial policies for supporting young families.
Room 104, Senate House, University of London, Malet Street, London. Cost Pounds 15 for members, 20 for non-members. Contact Jeanie Tripp on 01483 452 121.
Child protection
This course by The Manor Tree Group will consider what child abuse means, explore all categories of abuse and its signs and symptoms, and explore early years practitioners' role within the child protection arena.
Tithe Barn, Tithe Court, Langley, Berkshire. Cost 75 includes lunch. Contact The Manor Tree Group on 01753 592 200.
19 November
Developing language and literacy in the foundation stage
This workshop by Kinderquest will consider how to provide for children's progress towards the early learning goals for communication, language and literacy in the Foundation Stage.
Billingshurst Village Hall, Billingshurst. Cost 45 + VAT. Contact Kinderquest on 01933 446 828.
20 November
Creating and developing childcare places with reference to the Neighbourhood Nurseries Initiative
Focusing on how nurseries can start up and develop in line with the aims of NNI, this seminar by National Day Nurseries Association will highlight funding opportunities, key business issues, links with EYDCPs and quality.
Westley Hotel, Birmingham. Free. Contact: Tracey McDonough 0161 476 2822.
22 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.
Nottingham. Cost from 99.88. Contact the National Association of Toy & Leisure Libraries on 020 7387 9592.
23 November
Language and literacy workshop
This workshop by Crechendo Training explores how children develop their language and literacy skills.
6 Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE. Cost 75. Contact Alice Lewes on 020 8772 8160.
27-28 November
Supervisor training
This two-day residential course by National Day Nurseries Association is designed to give supervisors the knowledge and skills to confidently supervise a staff team effectively.
Hall Garth Golf and Country Club, Darlington. Cost 50, including accommodation. Contact Katherine Finkill on 01677 460 409.
