On course

Curiosity and Imagination annual conference

The convention for the national network for children's hands-on learning promises inspiring keynote speakers, an action-packed programme of workshops and more.

Cambridge. E-mail jayne.springer@ 4Children.org.uk. To join the free Curiosity & Imagination network, visit www.curiosityandimagination.org.uk/join_us.asp.

1-12 August

The Montessori philosophy and apparatus Workshop

A two-week workshop giving comprehensive practical experience of all the Montessori nursery materials and an overview of Montessori's philosophy.

There will be a practical examination on 14 August. Sessions are held daily from 10am to 4pm, with optional supervised practice time with materials also provided (at no extra charge). The course begins with an overview of Montessori's philosophy, then looks at child development, sensorial materials and mathematics, literacy, cultural and scientific subjects, and creative and artistic subjects. The weekends are designated as optional practice days.