The Early Years and Primary Teaching Exhibition
Co-sponsored by Nursery World and TES Primary, this is the only resources exhibition dedicated to early years and primary teaching in Northern Ireland. Visitors will be able to test, compare and buy the latest educational equipment from more than 50 suppliers, and there is also a comprehensive seminar and training programme.
The Hilton Hotel, Lanyon Place, Belfast. 10am to 4.30pm Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday. Admission free. Contact Laurie Rose on 020 7782 3055.
12 February
The social baby
This lecture by the University of Reading will discuss Professor Lynne Murray's research into the development of children of postnatally depressed mothers.
Palmer Theatre, Whiteknights, Reading. Admission free. Contact the information and external relations office on 0118 931 8004.
15 February
Joint Professional Development Framework
Topics at this I CAN seminar for teachers and speech and language therapists interested in learning and working together more effectively will focus on how teaching and therapeutic approaches can be integrated to benefit the needs of children.
Bristol YMCA. Admission free. Contact Abi on 020 8461 2318.
21 February
Growing schools national conference
A day conference by the Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens exploring the benefits of using the outdoor classroom for the hands-on study of farming and growing.
Commonwealth Conference and Events Centre, Kensington, London. Cost 125 or 75 for voluntary organisations. Contact Nick Stonex on 0117 923 1800.
23 February
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, including choking, bleeding and CPR.
Wycliffe Centre, High Wycombe, Bucks. 9.30am to 4.40pm. Cost 35. Contact CJ Associates on 07802 427 074.
2 March
Getting started: nursery business workshop
Topics in this Child Care Plus seminar include how to conduct market research, find premises, raise finance, construct a business plan, employ staff and equip and market the nursery.
Hilton London Islington Hotel, 53 Upper Street, London N1. Cost 75. Contact Sandra Brouet on 020 7247 6338.
Practical life activities: play without toys
This seminar by Ranelagh House considers the importance of play in the real world, examining the aims and principles of the Montessori practical life materials. This is followed with presentations and hands-on involvement with a range of exercises.
The Bar Convent Conference Centre, York. Cost 53. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638.
6 March
Mathematics for high-attaining children at Key Stage 1
This course by BEAM Education will cover topics including planning, teaching and assessment of higher attainers, ways of extending pupil consolidation tasks and the use of effective questioning during the whole-class sessions.
Barnsbury Centre, Offord Road, Islington, London. Cost 129.95. Contact Karen Jardine on 020 7684 3324.
