The Support Childminder Project: pointers from the pathfinders
An NCMA seminar looking at the final evaluation from the National Institute for Economic and Social Research of the Support Childminder Project.
London. Cost 70 (includes lunch and refreshments). Call Erica Morgan on 01344 868035 or e-mail erica.morgan@ncma.org.uk.
2 March
Working with children with Asperger's syndrome
Practical ways to provide support to children with Asperger's syndrome.
Edinburgh. Cost 160 plus VAT. For information call 01524 832 828 or visit www.concept-training.co.uk.
3 March
Creative crafts in the early years
This workshop will demonstrate how early years practitioners can recycle materials in a creative and educational way.
Midlothian. Cost from 70. Call Alison Rowan on 0131 222 2405 or e-mail arowan@childrenin scotland.org.uk.
4 March
Mathematics in reception
This course looks at how young children learn, including ideas on mathematical progression, use of apparatus, and structuring the environment. It also covers how to offer meaningful activities to young children of different abilities.
Leeds. Cost 120 plus VAT. For information call 020 7684 3324 or visit www.beam.co.uk/training/ courses. You can also book online.
5 March
Montessori Mathematics: A session for the Yorkshire Montessori forum
This session will focus on the Montessori materials for teaching methods of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in the nursery environment.
York. Free to members, 10 for non-members. For information contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638 or e-mail steve@sjtait.fsnet.co.uk.
11 March
Inclusive Play
Training for those working in an inclusive setting or trying to develop an inclusive approach to play.
Glasgow. Cost: 160 plus VAT. For information call 01524 832 828 or visit www.concept-training.co.uk.
