Challenges and changes
The annual conference and general meeting of the Scottish Pre-school Play Association will provide information and ideas to help groups with some of the challenging questions that they face. Topics covered will include how much playworkers should be paid and what the Childcare Partnership is for.
West Park Centre, Dundee. Cost 18 for members, 50 for non-members. Contact Ian Williamson on 0141 221 4148.
5 October
The role of support staff in Key Stages 1 and 2 Workshop topics include managing the curriculum, integration and knowing and developing your skills.
Tithe Barn, Tithe Court, Langley, Berkshire. Cost 75 includes lunch. Contact the Manor Tree Group on 01753 592 200.
6 October
The Teacch approach
This seminar by the National Autistic Association will explore characteristics of autism and describe the implications for living and learning situations. Home environments and the needs of parents will be emphasised.
Belmont House Hotel, Leicester. Cost 45 for parents, 99 for professionals and practitioners. Contact NAS on 0115 911 3363.
The Montessori mathematics materials
This conference by Ranelagh House will present students with an exciting range of materials for developing counting skills from one to 100, before going on to cover exercises in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
The Bar Convent Conference Centre, York. Cost 58. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638.
8 October
Developing numeracy in the foundation stage
This course looks at ways in which children can be encouraged to develop their understanding of numbers and mathematical skills, particularly through the use of practical and everyday activities.
Billinghurst Village Hall, Billinghurst. Cost 45 plus VAT. Contact Kinderquest on 01933 446 828.
9 October
A child with cerebral palsy in the classroom
A day course by the Conductive Education Centre for teachers, learning support assistants, SENCOs and others who work with a child with cerebral palsy in a mainstream setting.
Conductive Education Centre, 54 Muswell Hill, London N10. Cost 85. Contact the Centre on 020 8444 7242.
11 October
Nuts and bolts
This conference by the National Association of Toy and Leisure Libraries considers the practical implications of setting up and running a toy library.
Birmingham. Cost from 99.88. Contact the National Association of Toy and Leisure Libraries on 020 7387 9592.
12 October
Effective communication and assertiveness training
This interactive workshop by Crechendo Training will look at all the different forms of communication and their effect on interpersonal relationships.
6 Grange Mills, Weir Road, London SW12 0NE. Cost 75. Contact Alice Lewes on 020 8772 8160.
