Transition to Ofsted
This National Childminding Association seminar offers some solutions for the transition of the registration and inspection of childminders from local authorities to the Early Years Directorate.
Royal College of Physicians, Regents Park, London NW1. Cost from pounds 109. Contact Jeanette Elliott 020 8290 8910.
6 June
Promoting positive behaviour in early years
This Children in Scotland workshop looks at how to help children manage their own anger and resolve conflict. Contact Alison Rowan 0131 222 2405.
8 June
Code of practice
This seminar gives training providers and childcare partnerships an idea of how the code of practice for the delivery of training for early years and play workers in Scotland will work
Caledonian Hilton, Princes Street, Edinburgh.
Contact Sarah Seyers on 01356 050 289.
9 June
Celebrate and commemorate
Topics at the 30th annual conference of the Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths include the latest research, the effect of death on siblings, and FSID's new campaign.
Westminster University, 309 Regent Street, London W1. Cost from 5. Contact FSID on 020 7222 8002.
Early identification of dyslexia and dyspraxia
This seminar explores the latest research in dyslexia and dyspraxia and will offers practical suggestions for helping children of nursery age.
Montessori Centre International, 18 Balderton Street, London. 1pm to 5pm. Cost pounds 45. Contact the centre on 020 7493 0165.
Getting started: nursery business workshop
Topics in this Child Care Plus seminar include how to do market research, find premises, construct a business plan, raise finance and employ staff.
Hilton London Islinglon Hotel, 53 Upper Street, London N1. Cost pounds 75. Contact Sandra Brouet on 020 8598 2508.
12 June
Towards a peaceful community - managing conflict in school
This workshop by Children in Scotland demonstrates the value of conflict management training for students and staff in schools.
Contact Alison Rowan on 0131 222 2405.
Launch of the Forum for Rural Children and Young Peopie
The official launch of the Forum for Rural Children and Young People, based at the National Children's Bureau.
National Children's Bureau, 8 Wakely Street, London EC1. Contact NCB on 020 7843 6000.
13 June
Information morning for professionals
A chance for professionals working with a child with cerebral palsy to find out about the centre's services. Topics covered include conductive education and advice and support for children with cerebral palsy in mainstream schooling.
Conductive Education Centre, 54 Muswell Hill, London N10. Contact the centre on 020 8444 7242.
Now tell me a story
Topics in this course by the Manor Tree Group include storytelling techniques, linking music and stories, story analysis, drama and creative writing in the classroom setting.
Tithe Barn, Tithe Court, Langley, Berks. Cost pounds 49.95. Contact the Manor Tree Group on 01753 592 200.
