Young children talking
For all practitioners working with children from birth to seven, managers and advisory staff, this course will focus on ways to support conversational language as a central part of learning.
London. Cost: from 95. Call 020 7539 5400 or email ella@early-education.org.uk.
24 May
Creative mathematics across the curriculum in the Foundation Stage
This course aims to equip participants with a range of strategies and practical approaches for implementing the Early Learning Goals for maths.
London. Cost: 135 plus VAT. Contact the BEAM Professional Development team on 020 7684 3334 or email adambrownsell@beam.co.uk.
25 May
Reforming the early years workforce
The Childcare Bill places a new statutory duty on local authorities to ensure high quality childcare services, sets out a legal framework for regulation and inspection and gives parents a right to access high quality childcare and services for under-fives. This conference will aim to put the changes into a practical context, with plenary and interactive seminar sessions.
London. Cost: from 199 plus VAT. Call 020 7954 3467, e-mail Jo.appiah@electricworldplc.com or visit www.cpd.info/earlyyears.
5 - 6 June
NDNA annual conference and awards
This conference will help day nurseries improve quality of care and strengthen their business position in a competitive market. Delegates can network with fellow childcare professionals, attend seminars and choose discounted products from more than 25 suppliers. Speakers include children's minister Beverly Hughes, and The NDNA Annual Awards Dinner takes place on the evening of 5 June.
Warwickshire. Cost: from 229 plus VAT for both days or 169 plus VAT for one. Call 0870 774 4244 or visit www.ndnaconference.org.uk.
