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Understanding the revised EYFS

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: Monday and Wednesday Location: TBC Course Timings: 4pm	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This short course is suitable for new early years practitioners, as well as those who are familiar with the original EYFS. The course provides a background to the EYFS before going on to look at revisions to the EYFS in more detail. Practitioners will be encouraged to explore the Statutory Framework and the accompanying guidance documentation. This course has been updated to include information about the most recent changes to the EYFS.
About this Course	The Early Years Foundation Stage was introduced in 2008 and sets the standards for learning, development, and care for children from birth to five. It is mandatory for all early years providers: maintained schools; non-maintained schools; independent schools; all providers on the Early Years Register; and all providers registered with an early years childminder agency. The course introduces the themes and principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage, and explains how they can be put into practice. Taking the themes of ‘A unique child’, ‘Positive relationships’, ‘Enabling environments’, and ‘Learning and development’, you will be directed to the official resources supporting EYFS and videos which give more information on the principles. Additional activities encourage you to reflect on your learning. There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge
Course Outcomes	You will learn about the formation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) You will learn about the key changes made to the EYFS for 2012, 2014, and 2017 You will learn about the prime and specific areas of development You will learn about the formal assessments required by the EYFS

An enabling learning environment

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This course is suitable for childcare and kindergarten teachers working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	Gain an understanding of the areas of learning you should find in any good play environment. Explore how these areas promote learning and development and the part practitioners may play in this. Discover how to create a room to learn using a planned approach and how to adapt your plans according to children's needs, wishes, and desires.
Course Outcomes	You will learn that in a richly resourced environment, children will learn naturally from all that is around them You will learn the importance of providing children with opportunities to learn independently and interact with their peers with minimal adult intervention You will learn to consider the possibilities for creating a flow between the indoor and outdoor areas of the setting so that children can move freely between them

Communication and the EYFS

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	Early years practitioners Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	This short course explores one of the prime areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage: Communication and language. Learn the importance of good communication skills to a child’s life, and how to build children’s confidence with language and show them that what they have to say is important and valued. Consider the key role you play in this and how to be a role model for effective communication. Additionally, you will learn how to reflect on how well you are communicating with children and others in your setting.
Course Outcomes	You will learn to communicate with children in a way that supports the development of their speech, language, and communication, as appropriate for their age and stage of development You will learn to understand you are a role model for young children and as such, should be positively interacting with those around them You will learn how to support children’s speech, language, and communication development in line with statutory guidance for England

Managing behaviour

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	Childcare practitioners working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	Explore definitions of good behavior and gain an understanding of how broad a spectrum this definition might be, and how dependent it is upon the age of the child, cultural situation, and tolerance levels of staff. Look at reasons for poor behavior and explore strategies for improving behavior. Evaluate the benefits of working with outside agencies and identify which agencies maybe most appropriate.
Course Outcomes	You will learn that all settings are required to have a positive behaviour policy You will acknowledge the important role that parents/carers play in helping children to behave appropriately and be emotionally stable You will understand that helping children to interact appropriately with others is a vital role for practitioners You will be able to help children to develop their understanding of meeting others’ needs by encouraging them to do things for others

Literacy and the EYFS

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	Those working in an early years setting or those with young children Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	This short course, aimed at those working in early years setting or those with young children explores how to encourage early literacy. It looks at how literacy and communication skills are central to children’s intellectual, social, and emotional development, and how the world of literacy begins at a very early age.
Course Outcomes	You will see how important verbal communication is to literacy skills You will find out more about the key skills needed to assist children to become motivated and independent readers You will learn how early literacy starts with mark marking and emergent writing, alongside drawing You will discover how to support reading development

Observing children as an assessment tool

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	Early Years Practitioners Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	Explore the observation cycle and the types of observations they might choose to carry out on a child. You will, by the end of the course, be able to define what makes an effective observation and how it might be used to decide a child's next developmental milestone. You will also cover rules relating to observation and confidentiality.
Course Outcomes	Participant will learn that all children have unique qualities and needs Participent will learn that it is important to seek permission before doing observations and there are many factors to take into account when doing observations Participant will learn that there are two types of assessment – formative and summative

Partnership with parents

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	Early Years Practitioners; working in nursery settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	The course looks at the importance of the two-way process that is a partnership with parents in childcare. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) stresses the importance of this partnership, which means not only giving information to the parents but asking for and listening to the parent’s views and knowledge. Parents ‘are the child’s first and most enduring educators’ (to quote the EYFS), have a unique knowledge of their child, and are also a great potential resource for setting
Course Outcomes	You will learn the importance of partnership with parents and the many references to how childcare practitioners should engage with parents You will learn about seeking new ways of bringing the home into the settings and enabling the setting to reach into the home You will learn the reasons why people complain, together with practical skills to deal with concerns when they are received

Child Development

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	Early Years Practitioners; working in nursery settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	This course looks at child development theories and theorists, and why it is important to know how children develop when working with them It is important to understand the areas of child development to offer appropriate learning experiences and levels of support for each individual child Additional activities encourage you to reflect on your learning There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge
Course Outcomes	You will learn that children’s development begins from the moment of conception You will learn that a child’s development is influenced by the adults who care for them You will learn to be aware of a child’s needs covering all five outcomes mentioned in Every Child Matters You will learn that individual children develop in different ways and that it is extremely important that every child is treated as an individual

An introduction to safeguarding

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This course is suitable for childcare and kindergarten teachers working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	In this course, learners will be given a general introduction to the concept of safeguarding and its importance in a childcare setting. Learn when to be concerned – what is abuse and the possible signs of abuse, understanding the setting policy for reporting concerns, and whistleblowing. Explore the document ‘What to do if you are worried a child is being abused’ by the Department for Education.
Course Outcomes	Safeguarding is an essential area of knowledge for those working with children and vulnerable people Through this course, you have access to up to date resources from the UK government and child protection agencies offering advice and legislation on safeguarding The course also identifies the different signs, symptoms and effects of abuse and neglect, and the different kinds of abuse Additional activities encourage you to reflect on your learning There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge

Developing self-esteem in young children

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This course is suitable for childcare and kindergarten teachers working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	Self-esteem is an important part of personal, social, and emotional development and in the early years, a confident child will be more willing to communicate their likes, dislikes, needs, and feelings to an early years practitioner You will explore a number of key interventions and activities that can boost a child’s self-esteem There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge
Course Outcomes	You will gain an understanding of the value of healthy self-esteem to a child’s life, and how this is crucial to their personal, social, and emotional development You will learn to work in partnership with parents and carers to build a child’s self-esteem You will learn how to encourage children’s positive self-esteem, use praise carefully, and add in elements of choice during activities

Asperger Syndrome

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This course is suitable for childcare and kindergarten teachers working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	As the syndrome is a hidden disability, and is often slow to be diagnosed, knowing how it impacts on an individual is invaluable knowledge There is no specific treatment or cure but this doesn't mean that you can't help someone with Asperger's. There are therapies, approaches, and interventions that can improve quality of life and this course will outline some of them.
Course Outcomes	You will learn about the ‘triad of impairments’ that cover the three main areas an individual with the syndrome may struggle with You will understand how Asperger syndrome affects individuals from all nationalities, religions, cultures, and social backgrounds You will understand the importance of being aware of the different ways that an individual will interact with and interpret the world around them

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This course is suitable for childcare and kindergarten teachers working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	This short course aims to increase understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and is suitable for those working with children and young people. Learning explains the difference between ADHD and ADD and helps you to spot the signs and symptoms of ADHD, understand the causes, and provide children, young people, and their families with accurate information and guidance.
Course Outcomes	You will have a comprehensive understanding of ADHD and how it can affect children and young people throughout their lives You will be able to recognise, and respond to, a child or young person showing signs of ADHD You will know where to go for help and support, and who to turn to for advice on managing symptoms

Outdoor play

Course Format		Course Details	Course Days: TBC Location: TBC Course Timings: TBC	Course Price
Course Suitable For	This course is suitable for childcare and kindergarten teachers working in a range of settings Teachers of the early years in government, private or international schools
About this Course	It is often reported that children nowadays are spending less time outside than ever before, and so this course will help practitioners to encourage children and young people to spend more time playing and exploring in a natural environment Discuss the benefits and necessity of outdoor play, and feel confident in passing this on to children, young people, and their families You will be given a number of suggested outdoor activities, along with advice for balancing risk and opportunity when planning activities Websites and video resources looking at outdoor play are included in this lesson
Course Outcomes	You will gain an appreciation of the outdoor environment and the opportunities it offers for healthy development You will know how to encourage children and young people to develop their imaginative play outdoors You will be able to review their current outdoor play provision and identify improvements

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