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Early Years Provider Briefing
(Virtual)
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-Wednesday 13th May
-10:00am-11:30am or 7:00pm-8:00pm
-Zoom
-For PVI's and Childminders |
The Early Years Provider Briefing will provide an update on the latest local and national policy relating to the EYFS framework, Ofsted regulations and current initiatives as well as updates around funding. There will also be a focus on the Ofsted new inspection framework. Mel, Village Montessori Nursery will share reflections from their recent Ofsted inspection.
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Understanding SEND for Childminders - Supporting Inclusive Practise in Homebased Childcare
Session 1
SEN in Homebased Settings
(virtual)
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-Monday 8th June
-6:30pm-7:30pm
-Zoom
-For Childminders |
We know childminders work differently from larger settings, and the role can feel quite unique when you’re the only adult in the space. This training has been put together to offer practical, down‑to‑earth support that helps childminders feel confident in creating inclusive, welcoming environments for every child. The sessions are designed to build confidence in spotting and supporting children with emerging or identified SEND, with ideas you can use straight away in a home‑based setting.
Session one focuses on understanding SEND within the context of home-based childcare.
We will explore how SEND may present in young children and clarify the childminders' role in early identification, ordinarily available provision, and partnership working.
Other early years practitioners are welcome to attend, as the training will be relevant to everyone, but it’s important to note that the main focus will be on practice within home‑based childcare settings. |
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Understanding SEND for Childminders - Supporting Inclusive Practise in Homebased Childcare
Session 2
Communicating Concerns with Parents/Carers
(virtual)
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-Monday 15th June
-6:30pm-7:30pm
-Zoom
-For Childminders |
Session two will focus on communicating concerns to parents in a clear and supportive way. We will explore how to share observations, use helpful language and work in partnership with families when concerns about a child’s development arise.
Other early years practitioners are welcome to attend, as the training will be relevant to everyone, but it’s important to note that the main focus will be on practice within home‑based childcare settings. |
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Understanding SEND for Childminders - Supporting Inclusive Practise in Homebased Childcare
Session 3
Simple Environment Changes
(virtual)
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-Monday 22nd June
-6:30pm-7:30pm
-Zoom
-For Childminders |
Session three will focus on how the home environment can support inclusion and help children feel safe, regulated and able to engage. We will explore simple, low-cost changes and everyday strategies that can make a positive difference to a children with a wide range of needs.
Other early years practitioners are welcome to attend, as the training will be relevant to everyone, but it’s important to note that the main focus will be on practice within home‑based childcare settings. |
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Understanding the SEND Graduate Approach - Part 1
(face to face)
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-Monday 1st June
-9:30am-12:30pm
-Civic Suite, Catford SE6
-For Early Years Practitioners working in Nurseries, Schools and Out of School Settings
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This two‑session training offer is designed to equip early years practitioners with the confidence and practical tools needed to implement the graduated approach when supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Attending both sessions will provide the most comprehensive learning experience; however, each session is also designed to stand alone and can be attended independently.
Part 1 - focus on building a strong foundation. Practitioners will explore the graduated approach through the Assess, Plan, Do, Review (APDR) cycle, understand the role of Ordinarily Available Provision (OAP), learn how to set clear, measurable SMART targets. The session also considers when support may need to go beyond OAP and how to work effectively with parents and colleagues throughout the process.
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Understanding the SEND Graduate Approach - Part 2
(face to face)
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-Tuesday 9th June
-9:30am-12:30pm
-Civic Suite, Catford SE6
-For Early Years Practitioners working in Nurseries, Schools and Out of School Settings
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Part 2- what happens next. When support is in place, has been reviewed, and the child’s needs are unchanged or progress is limited. In this session we focus on referrals to partner services, funding available to support children with SEND in your setting and how this all links together to create a Graduated Approach.
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PVI DSL Forum
(virtual)
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-Tuesday 23rd June
-10:00am-11:30am
-Zoom
-For PVI Managers/DSL's
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This session offers updates, insights, and opportunities to connect with fellow DSLs and safeguarding professionals—sharing best practices and strengthening our collective approach to child protection. There will also be talks from key professionals supporting early years practice. Including Vee from Virtual Schools, Noriko from Private Fostering and Lovona from Lewisham LADO.
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