1 October; Leading practice in the Early Years Foundation Stage;Participants will consider the implications of the Early YearsFoundation Stage framework, the role and responsibility of the leader,and the management of change. London. Cost: 120. Visitwww.ioe.ac.uk/cpd or call 020 7612 6589/6987.
2 October; Difficult, demanding and different children: behaviourmanagement in the early years. This course will look at the issues thatlead to behavioural problems in young children, a whole-school approachto management of behaviour, and topics such as danger signals,covert/overt behaviour, stress, conflict and anger management, andemotional intelligence. Current policies in relation to early yearsbehavioural and SEN issues in the UK will also be covered. London. Cost:120. Visit www.ioe.ac.uk/cpd or call 020 7612 6589/6987.
2 October; The theory and practice of the key persons approach in theEarly Years Foundation Stage. Delegates will consider the importance ofattachment relationships for children, examine the benefits of the keyperson approach for all concerned, and share examples of practice.London. Cost: from 120 plus VAT. Visit www.early-education.org.ukor call 020 7539 5400.