The role of the teacher in children's centres
For teachers who work in children's centres and advisory staff. This course will provide opportunities to hear from teachers working in children's centres about their role, understand the models used in local authorities and review the challenges of the role of the teacher in a children's centre.
London. Cost: from 105. Call 020 7539 5400 or visit www.early-education.org.uk
5 October
Play as a medium for the identification and support of children with additional learning needs
For practitioners working with children from birth to seven years, and managerial staff. Delegates will be able to observe children in different play settings and analyse their actions in relation to developmental norms, understand the neurology that impacts on development and find out how the children's difficulties can be helped.
London. Cost: 105. Contact as above
6 October
Mathematics in the Foundation Stage
A course for mathematics subject leaders and early years practitioners.
Delegates will learn an integrated approach to mathematics planning, explore ways to implement the early learning goals for mathematics and clarify the transition from reception to Year One.
Leeds. Cost: 135. Call 020 7684 3324 or visit www.beam.co.uk
7 October
Encouraging communication in the early years
Led by directors of the project team that developed the DfES Communicating Matters training materials for early years practitioners, this event will provide an opportunity for those training practitioners to hear the principles and communication issues guiding development of Communicating Matters.
Manchester. Cost: 150. Call 0161 247 2043
