Sponsored by Nursery World Scotland, TES Scotland and TES Primary, this event offers early years professionals the chance to test and compare the latest services and equipment, books and information technology, plus a seminar programme by expert speakers.
Thistle Hotel, Cambridge Street, Glasgow. 10am to 4.30pm. Admission free.
Contact Laurie Rose on 020 7782 3055.
20 September. Can't Learn, Won't Learn.
This presentation by the Manor Tree Group will concentrate on practical strategies and stories for the teaching and management of students with individual learning styles, primarily ADHD, but also for students with dyslexia, oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder.
Tithe Barn, Tithe Court, Langley, Berks. Cost 95. Contact the Manor Tree Group on 01753 592 200.
21 September. Paediatric First Aid
This course by CJ Associates will provide practical training on the essentials of first aid for the care of babies and children.
Wycliffe Centre, High Wycombe, Bucks. 10am to 4.30pm. Cost 49.
Contact CJ Associates on 07802 427 074.
Tinies Baby Massage Course for Childcarers and Parents This half-day course by Tinies Childcare will teach baby massage techniques that promote 'hands on' bonding with parents and carers, as well as encouraging relaxation and sleep. It will also instruct on how to relieve a variety of baby ailments and promote emotional and social development.
London. Cost 65. Contact Tinies on 020 7384 0322.
24 September. Equal Opportunities through Persona Dolls
This course by Hammersmith and Fulham EYDCP will look at practical, effective and non-threatening ways to challenge bias. Babette Brown will introduce the dolls' use as a tool for investigating social inequalities and as a contribution towards the Early Learning Goals.
Hammersmith, London. 9.30am to 3.15pm. Cost 50. Contact Kathy Costello on 020 8735 5851.
25 and 26 September
SETT - The Scottish Education and Teaching with Technology Show SETT, organised by Learning and Teaching Scotland and Emap Education, will encourage and extend the effective use of ICT in education. With a combination of 100 seminars, keynote addresses and more than 100 educational ICT suppliers, it will offer visitors many opportunities for professional development.
SECC, Glasgow. Contact the ticket hotline on 0870 429 2290 or register at www.settshow.com.
28 September. Special Education Needs
This seminar by Ranelagh House will pay particular attention to planning activities to include children with a range of special needs, with emphasis upon use of Montessori materials. Examples will be given of good practice which can be replicated or adjusted to suit individual situations.
The Bar Convent Conference Centre, York. Cost 50. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638.
Providing for the Nutritional Needs of Babies
This course by Kinderquest will look at the nutritional needs of babies from birth until they are weaned. Suitable for all practitioners involved in the care of babies and those responsible for the preparation of their food.
Chichester. Cost half-day 47, full-day 58.75. Contact Maureen on 01933 446 817.
