Raising self-esteem and achievement for ethnic minority children The Aswan Learning Centre runs a one-day workshop which enables participants working with young children to gain awareness and understanding of the importance of providing an anti-bias curriculum linked to race equality.
Second floor, Day Lewis House, 320-324 Bensham Lane, Croydon, Surrey. Contact the centre on 020 8239 1141.
5 January
Supporting children with special educational needs in Montessori nurseries This introductory course by Montessori Centre International will explore the legislation regarding support for children with special educational needs in early years settings and suggest some strategies for supporting these special children.
Montessori Centre International, 18 Balderton Street, London. 10am to 4pm. Cost 45. Contact the Centre on 020 7493 0165.
12 January
Treasure baskets and heuristic play
This seminar by Ranelagh House will explore the value of sensory stimulation for the development of the baby and toddler. The limitations of traditional baby toys will be discussed, followed by an introduction to a range of less conventional play materials.
The Bar Convent Conference Centre, York. Cost 32. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638.
15 January
Planning for play
This seminar by Early Education for those working in any early years setting will explore issues relating to play and planning in the early years.
Early Education head office, 136 Cavell Street, London. Contact Early Education on 020 7539 5400.
18 January
Preparing for management
This course by the Manor Tree Group will demonstrate how to lead a team and understand group dynamics. Opportunities will also be given to explore styles of leadership and ways of motivating a team in an assertive, effective manner.
Tithe Barn, Tithe Court, Langley, Berkshire. Cost 75. Contact the Manor Tree Group on 01753 592 200.
18 January
Curriculum planning workshop
This workshop by Crechendo Training will give relevant and achievable guidelines for nursery settings, as well as a holistic approach to planning a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
6 Grange Mills, Weir Road, London SW12. Cost 75 plus VAT. Contact Alice Lewes on 020 8772 8160.
29 January
A child with cerebral palsy in the classroom
A day course by the Conductive Education Centre for teachers, learning support assistants, SENCOs and others who work with a child with cerebral palsy in a mainstream setting.
Conductive Education Centre, 54 Muswell Hill, London N10. Cost 85. Contact the Centre on 020 8444 7242.
