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24 Oct

The Role of the Early Years SENCO

This two day course focuses on sharing quality, inclusive practice within the delivery of the EYFS framework and the SEND Code of Practice. It also provides opportunities for participants to focus on areas of development within their own settings. The course will cover: • Understanding the role of the EY SENCo • An insight into the SEND Code of Practice • Somerset’s approach to early years, SEND and statutory practices • Opportunities for sharing good practice with other EY SENCos

06 Nov

Supporting Learning in the EYFS (including writing high quality observations) for Teaching Assistants

This one-day course is suitable for Teaching Assistants working in Reception classes and Teachers new to Reception. It will explore how adults can best support children’s learning in Reception - through both adult-led and child-initiated learning opportunities. It will consider what makes an effective emotional and physical learning environment and effective interaction. It will also support participants in understanding what makes a high-quality observation of children’s learning and will provide opportunities to practice writing and interpreting high-quality observations.

08 Nov

Early Years SENCO Workshop - Frome

We will offer one 2 hour session each term covering a different theme, which will develop your skills, knowledge and confidence as an EY SENCO. These sessions will cover: Individual Planning for Children with SEN - Attachment and Supporting Children Looked After - Supporting Children to Manage their Feelings and Behaviour - Developing Children’s Communication Skills - The SENCO Toolkit - Resources to Help your Role - Effective use of the Early Support Developmental Journal At the end of each session, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance to add to your CPD folder. The workshops will be offered at several different venues across the county at different times so you can attend the session most convenient for you.

12 Nov

EYFS Moderation Training for Teachers NEW to the Early Years Foundation Stage

This one day course will support practitioners: · To know the statutory requirements of the EYFS Framework · In observing, documenting, planning and assessing children’s learning · In understanding the EYFS Profile and the judgements that need to be made at the end of the EYFS with particular reference to: The Prime Area: Communication and Language The Specific Area: Mathematics · To know the yearly updates from the Standards and Testing Agency (STA) · To know the moderation dates for 2019 to 2020 such as, EYFSP cluster meetings · To have the opportunity to network with other practitioners in the ‘same boat’

14 Nov

Early Years SENCO Workshop - Yeovil

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