Pre-school provision

Common Threads courses are run throughout the year as part of its annual training programme. It runs in-house training courses (its trainers come to you), accredited training courses, annual training programmes and tailor-made training. Courses include: Induction courses,covering playwork basics. Playwork NVQs, one-off workshops covering underpinning knowledge; play and playwork; diversity, values and attitudes, a positive approach to behaviour; child protection; health and safety leading teams; administering and promoting provision; developing community relations; recording; planning trips and residentials; working with parents and carers. Also a 12-month flexible training and assessment programme for the complete award; as well as levels...