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16 April Experiments and encounters conference
16 April

Experiments and encounters conference

A conference for anyone involved in planning, supporting and running early childhood learning environments, working with children to support the development of their creative potential and communication of ideas and encounters.

Newcastle. Cost: 60. For details see the 'events' section at www.sightlines-initative.com

18 April

Working with the Birth to Three framework

An in-depth look at the importance of educational experiences and ways to develop and reflect on practice using the Birth to Three Matters framework.

London. Cost: from 80. Call Meg Marshall on 020 7539 5400 or book online at www.early-education.co.uk.

19 April

Childminding and regeneration: Building futures together

This NCMA conference concerns the Government's social exclusion policy and aims to provide information about services and how to establish effective working relationships.

Birmingham. Cost: 75. Contact NCMA Midlands Regional Office on 01926 512753.

20 April

Risk management issues for disabled children's services

A course aimed at professionals working with disabled children or managers of these services, addressing risk assessment, management and health and safety.

Sunderland. Cost: from 175 plus VAT. For details and to book contact 020 7843 6084/6441 or e-mail training@ncb.org.uk

21 April

Brain Gym for early years

The theory and key principles underlying the trademarked programme Brain Gym.

Manchester. Cost: From 185 plus VAT. Book online at www.osiriseducational.co.uk or freephone 0808 160 5160.

* For more courses, see www.nurseryworld.co.uk/training/courses_andconferences.