Guns and magic wands: Help with controversial issues for early years practitioners This evening seminar, led by Naima Browne, early years consultant and author of Gender Equity in the Early Years, will consider gender issues and counter arguments relating to stereotyping in practice.
London. Cost: Free for BAECE members and full-time students, non-members Pounds 7. Contact Melinda Hardwicke on 020 7737 6815 (evening) or e-mail melinda_hardwicke@yahoo.co.uk.
31 March
Developing a sense of wonder and awe through early years curriculum An in-depth look at how and why to implement a wonder and awe ethos to encourage effective learning.
Langley, Berkshire. Cost: 100. Book online at www.manortreegroup.co.uk or call 01753 592 200.
Developing your nursery: planning for success This course has been developed in response to feedback from day nurseries who said they would benefit significantly from training to help them remain competitive in today's market conditions. The course will be appropriate for individuals at any stage of ownership, from planning to buy to being a long-term proprietor, with advice on strengthening market positions.
London. Cost: from 179. Call 0870 774 4244 or visit www.ndna.org.uk.
1 and 2 April
Newborn baby, babycare and problem-solving in babies Three courses providing information on the care of the very young, suitable for nursery nurses, nannies, parents and other childcarers. A baby massage class is included in the problem-solving course but it can also be done separately.
Kent. Cost: Each course is 80 or 200 for all three, baby massage course is 40 if taken separately. For information and booking please contact 01689 898 484 or e-mail nb.nannies@ntlworld.com.
