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Ensuring that early years practitioners know how to use the Birth to Three Matters framework is a huge task that first requires training for the trainers. <B>Catherine Gaunt</B> reports

When the Birth to Three Matters framework was introduced in November 2002 it was greeted warmly by the early years sector. But concerns were voiced about how effectively the materials would be used in practice, with calls for training to support early years and childcare practitioners to make the most of the framework in their own settings.

In response, the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) commissioned the team from the Institute of Education at Manchester Metropolitan University to design and deliver training to support the framework.

During January and February trainers from Early Years Development and Childcare Partnerships (EYDCPs) throughout England were invited to attend regional 'training the trainers' days.

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