On course

Supporting the development of integrated centres

A seminar exploring how these new centres can provide high- quality services that encompass education and childcare, health and adult training, family support and employment opportunities. The course will demonstrate how integrated services might evolve from existing services, professional and management issues, and the benefits for practitioners, families and communities of such services.

Birmingham. Cost: 150. Contact Maureen Saunders on 0121 464 0026 or m.saunders@crec.co.uk.

14 June

Supporting refugee children in the early years

An overview of good practice in meeting the needs of young refugee children in the context of Every Child Matters and the key principles of the Foundation Stage curriculum.

London. Cost: 100. Call the Institute of Education's CPD/INSET team on 020 7612 6589/6987 or e-mail cpd.inset@ioe.ac.uk.

16 June

Marketing your school or nursery effectively

How to effectively market your setting, identify client needs and expectations and target your market, including advice on advertising, planning and feedback, and the role of the whole staff team in the image of your organisation.

Langley, Berkshire. Cost: 100. Book at www.manortreegroup.co.uk, e-mail contact@manortreegroup.co.uk or call 01753 592 200.

Promoting positive behaviour in our youngest children This practical and experiential session, for all those working with children aged birth to three years, will look at how to support and promote positive behaviour, and what to do when difficulties arise.

London. Cost: 100. Call the Institute of Education's CPD/INSET team on 020 7612 6589/6987 or e-mail cpd.inset@ioe.ac.uk.