Calling all employers
A regional seminar, organised by the Daycare Trust, on the new opportunities for employer supported childcare, and how one can qualify for the savings.
London. Cost: From 148. Contact George Hackney on 020 7840 3350.
1 October
Supporting physical development
This seminar will address the nursery-aged child's physical needs, and explore a range of provisions and activities for supporting these in relation to motor, sensory perceptual and physiological development.
York. Cost: 54. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638, or e-mail steve@sjtait.fsnet.co.uk
1 October
Problem solving in babies
A look at feeding, sleeping and colic, and possible solutions in young babies; includes a baby massage workshop.
Manchester. Cost: 70. Contact Newborn Nannies on 01689 898 484 or nb.nannies@ntlworld.com.
3 October
From vision to reality: how registered childminding can help deliver the new integrated agenda
This NCMA conference will showcase how childminding is supporting the delivery of integrated childcare and early education, in partnership with children's centres, extended schools and social services. The keynote address is by NCMA president Penelope Leach, followed by practical workshops.
London. Cost: 150 for NCMA members and Quality Partners, 180 for non-members. Contact conferences.ncma@ncma.org.uk or Jeannette Elliott on 020 8290 8976.
5 October
Planning and assessment in the Foundation Stage
This course will explore the planning and assessment of the curriculum in the long, medium and short terms.
London. Cost: 129.25. Call 01793 512 612 or e-mail train@communityinsight.co.uk.
* For more courses, see www.nurseryworld.co.uk/training/courses_andconferences.
