Playday is the biggest annual play celebration in the country. Thousands of children will be taking part in play celebrations across the country at events organised by local people, with support from the Children's Play Council and the Children's Society. This year's theme is 'Take a Chance on Play'.
Throughout the country. Visit the website www.playday.org.ukfor information about local events.
16 August
Special care mums and babies
This day course by Maternity and Nanny Training, supported by the Multiple Birth Foundation, covers topics including caring for smaller babies, caring for new twins or triplets, and supporting postnatal mums.
Berkshire. 9.30am to 4.30pm. Cost 95. Contact Maternity and Nanny Training on 01189 833 210.
23 August. SENCO - What is it?
This day course by CJ Associates gives an introduction to special educational needs. Topics include what special educational needs are, what we are required to do, and the role of the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator.
High Wycombe, Bucks. 10am to 4pm. Cost 49. Contact CJ Associates on 07802 427 074.
24 August. Preparation for the written examination
This seminar by Montessori Centre International will give early childhood and nursery foundation students a chance to revise and practise questions covering both of the set papers.
Montessori Centre International, 18 Balderton Street, London. 10am to 4pm.
Cost 45. Contact the Centre on 020 7493 0165.
7 and 8 September. A world of difference
This two-day international conference by the National Autistic Society in partnership with the Autism Research Centre will give delegates an insight into the personal experiences of living with the condition as well as professional perspectives.
Novotel London West Hotel, Hammersmith, London. Cost from 225.
Contact Meeting Point Conferences on 020 8334 6517 or book online at www.autism2002.com.
13 and 14 September. The Early Years and Primary Teaching Exhibition
Sponsored by Nursery World Scotland, TES Scotland and TES Primary, this event offers a chance to test and compare the latest services and equipment, books and information technology, plus attend stimulating seminars by expert speakers.
Thistle Hotel, Cambridge Street, Glasgow. 10am to 4.30pm. Admission free.
Contact Laurie Rose on 020 7782 3055.
