An Introduction to Schemas by Becky Watanabe £15 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This course will enable learners to understand what schemas are, why they are important and how to support young children to understand their world in an environment rich with resources for different schemas. A complimentary audit tool evaluating how you recognise common schemas and facilitate an environment to nurture different learning styles is included. Learning Outcomes: Understand what schemas are and why they are important How to support young children to understand their world in an environment rich with resources to learn though different schemas A complimentary audit tool evaluating how you recognise common schemas and facilitate an environment to nurture different learning styles Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Characteristics of Effective Learning' by Laura Andrews - £30 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This course will help you to gain an understanding of the Characteristics of Effective Learning and how to incorporate these into the provision to support children’s individual learning and development Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Creative Storytelling' by Becky Watanabe - £15 Expand Upcoming courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'; alternatively, if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. Summary: This practical workshop will enable learners to explore different ideas of how to support and engage children in building their own stories and consider ways to introduce new vocabulary, meeting the new requirements of the Early Years Inspection Framework. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Cultural Capital' by Becky Watanabe - £12 (usually £15) Expand Upcoming Courses Face-to-Face: There are currently no face-to-face courses arranged as our training centre is closed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Online courses: If you would like to see this online courses on another date, please let us know by emailing [email protected] To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This course will enable learners to understand the concept of cultural capital and what this looks like in practice and explains different ideas of how to enhance your environment equipping children with knowledge, understanding and skills needed for future success. Learning Outcomes: Understand the concept of cultural capitalism and what this looks like in practice Explore different ideas of how to enhance your environment equipping children with knowledge, understanding and skill needed for future success. Consider how you can strengthen children’s language development, discovering new words in an environment of aw and wonder. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE Or, online via Microsoft Teams
'Early Literacy' by Laura Andrews - £30 Expand There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Learning Outcomes: To gain a better understanding based on the use of environmental print, books, early writing and language To understand how we can provide opportunities for early literacy To understand how to recognise early literacy To understand models of early literacy Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Early maths' by Laura Andrews - £30 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Learning Outcomes: To gain a better understanding based on the use of number, shape, space, measure and calculation To understand how we can provide opportunities for early mathematics To understand how to recognise early mathematics To understand how to support early mathematics Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Enabling Environments - A Natural Approach' by Becky Watanabe - £20 (usually £25) Expand Upcoming Courses Face-to-Face: There are currently no face-to-face courses arranged as our training centre is closed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Online courses: If you would like to see this online courses on another date, please let us know by emailing [email protected] To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Learning Outcomes: Explore the enabling factors that create a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play Understand the value of unrestricted play opportunities with environments rich with loose parts, sensory play and light tables Create invitations to play discussing the learning intentions, implementation and impact of learning experiences provided Reflect on your role in providing learning experiences within an inclusive environment, and positive interactions with the children and their families Evaluate your practice through discussion and a complimentary Enabling Environments audit tool As part of the session, you will also be provided with an Enabling Environments audit tool to use in your setting. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE Or, online via Microsoft Teams
'Extending Learning Through Risky Play' by Becky Wantanabe - £15 Expand There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Learning Outcomes: To leave with practical ideas of how to extend children’s learning through challenging and enjoyable experiences of risky play. To learn the theory of risky play. To recognise the limitations of risky play in modern western culture. To understand the benefits of risky play in childhood. Who Should Attend? Suitable for anyone working with children in the EYFS Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Invitations to Play' by Becky Watanabe - £30 Expand There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: A practical course enabling learners to reflect on how they offer engaging opportunities to play their setting. You are guaranteed to be inspired with examples of invitations to play, and activities to create and take away your own hand made props to develop natural invitations to play in your own settings. We will explore the role of the adult and how interactions can support and hinder children’s play. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Nurturing the Development of Early Learning and Care for Babies' by Becky Watanabe - £24 (usually £30) Expand Upcoming Courses Face-to-Face: There are currently no face-to-face courses arranged as our training centre is closed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Online courses: If you would like to see this online courses on another date, please let us know by emailing [email protected] To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This course explores the importance of attachment for children, reflecting on the relationships formed at home with a primary carer and in the setting with a keyperson. It enables learners to understand the keyperson role and explore developmentally appropriate activities including sensory play, whilst understanding what an Enabling Environment entails when caring for babies under two. Aimed at practitioners working with babies aged 0-2, Learning Outcomes: Explore the importance of attachment for children, reflecting on the relationships formed at home with a primary carer and in the setting with a keyperson Understand the keyperson role and what this looks like in practice Understand and explore developmentally appropriate activities including sensory play Understand what an Enabling Environment entails when caring for babies under two Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE Or, online via Microsoft Teams
Outdoor Activities with Babies by Becky Watanabe £15 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This is an active workshops enabling delegates to learn about the health and well-being benefits of outdoor play for babies under 2. Learning Outcomes: This is an active workshop enabling learners to; Learn about the health and well-being benefits of outdoor play Explore first hand and learn new ideas of how to promote healthy brain development through active play experiences Consider the barriers of outdoor play and how to overcome these within your team and through parents partnerships Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Outdoor Learning' by Becky Watanabe - £30 Expand Upcoming courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This is a practical course, exploring countless learning opportunities including risky play, enhancing the children’s understanding, knowledge, and skills, as they learn about their diverse natural world. All learners will receive a complimentary Outdoor Provision Audit to complete during or after the training course. All learners will receive a complimentary Outdoor Provision Audit and Risky Play audits to complete during or after the training course. Delegates will develop new ideas of how to enhance your outdoor learning environment, consider teaching strategies and the benefits of risky play. Understand the diverse and rich learning opportunities found outdoors, the wonders and benefits of playing with mud, including the use of mud kitchens. Learning Outcomes: Develop new ideas of how to enhance your outdoor learning environment, considering teaching strategies when delivering a holistic approach to the EYFS curriculum. Understand the diverse and rich learning opportunities found outdoors and how to promote positive attitudes towards difference. Explore the wonders and benefits of playing with mud, including the use of mud kitchens To learn the theory and benefits of risky play and recognise the limitations of risky play in modern western culture. Receive a complimentary Risky Play Audit Tool, enabling you to reflect on what you currently offer and action new practical ideas to extend children’s learning through challenging and enjoyable experiences of risky play. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Planning in The Moment - an Introduction' by Anna Ephgrave - £75 Expand Upcoming courses: Monday 12th April 2021 (9:30am-4:30pm) – Face to Face at Acorn Training Centre (MK4 4DE) To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Learning Outcomes Gain an introduction to brain development and levels of involvement Understand why child-initiated play is so powerful Reflect on the best environment to support deepest involvement Explore the role of the adult within child-initiated play - to observe, assess, plan and teach in the moment Be introduced to the paperwork that supports this child-led learning. This has become known as 'planning in the moment' Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Planning in The Moment - Full Course (2 days)' by Anna Ephgrave - £150 Expand Upcoming courses: Wed 3rd March & Thu 10th June 2021 (9:30am-4:30pm) – Face to Face at Acorn Training Centre (MK4 4DE) Mon 13th September & Tue 7th December 2021 (9:30am-4:30pm) – Face to Face at Acorn Training Centre (MK4 4DE) To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Learning Outcomes: If you attend this course, you will leave with the evidence and practical strategies that you need in order to promote child-led learning in your setting. As part of the course, you will undertake an action research project between each training day which will help you to embed Planning in the Moment in your setting. Gain an introduction to brain development and levels of involvement Gain an understanding of why child-initiated play is so powerful Reflect on the best environment to support deepest involvement Explore the role of the adult within child-initiated play - to observe, assess, plan and teach in the moment Be introduced to the paperwork that supports this child-led learning, also known as 'planning in the moment' Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Promoting Diversity in the Early Years' by Becky Watanabe - £32 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: Promoting Diversity in Early Years is a practical workshop encouraging learners to reflect on inclusive practice within their setting. Consider how you can help overcome stereotypical behaviours and attitudes towards difference, and share ideas of how to promote and respect diversity. Delve hands in and create resources to take back to your settings to promote positive imagery of diversity Learning Outcomes: Explore the enabling factors that create a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play Understand the value of unrestricted play opportunities with environments rich with loose parts, sensory play and light tables Create invitations to play discussing the learning intentions, implementation and impact of learning experiences provided Reflect on your role in providing learning experiences within an inclusive environment, and positive interactions with the children and their families Evaluate your practice through discussion and a complimentary Enabling Environments audit tool Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
Self-Evaluation in the Early Years by Becky Watanabe £20 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: Learn about the changes to the evaluations schedule and how you will be judged by Ofsted in the New Early Years Inspection Handbook.This course helps you to consider strategies of how to obtain and evaluate the views of staff, children and parents and includes a complimentary self-evaluation audit tool to take back to your setting; enabling you to identify strengths and area for improvement in your practice and measure the expected and actual impact of planned actions. Learning Outcomes: Learn about the changes to the evaluation schedule in the new Early Years Inspection Handbook Understand how you will be judged by Ofsted in line with the new Early Years Inspection Handbook. Consider strategies of how to obtain and evaluate the views of staff, children and parents. A complimentary self-evaluation audit tool to take back to your setting. Enabling you to identify strengths and weaknesses in your practice and measure the expected and actual impact of planned actions. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
Sensory Play by Becky Watanabe £20 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This workshop will enable learners to be inspired and recreate invitations to sensory play for babies and young children, promoting opportunities to be curious and discover their world through the awe and wonder that exploratory play can provide. Learning Outcomes: This workshop will enable learners to: To be inspired and recreate invitations to sensory play for babies and young children, promoting opportunities for to be curious and discover their world through the aw and wonder that exploratory can play provide. Understand how the EYFS can be delivered holistically through sensory play, supporting the development of the seven areas of learning and your role in facilitating experiences for the different characteristics of effective learning. Delve hands in and create provocations for sensory play, discussing learning intentions, implementation and impact within the group. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE
'Supporting & Nurturing Early Childhood Behaviour' by Becky Watanabe - £24 (usually £30) Expand Upcoming Courses Face-to-Face: There are currently no face-to-face courses arranged as our training centre is closed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Online courses: If you would like to see this online courses on another date, please let us know by emailing [email protected] To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: An interactive, discussion focused course, looking at different behaviours children display, and how to respond effectively. Learning Outcomes: Understand early childhood behaviours and the interplay between natural and nurtured influences Learn about the development of emotions and strategies of how to respond effectively to different behaviours Understand the key role of the environment and how this can influence children’s behaviour including positive role modelling and interactions between adults and with children. Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE Or, onlince via Microsoft Teams
'Understanding & Implementing the EYFS' by Becky Watanabe - £24 (usually £30) Expand Upcoming Courses Face-to-Face: There are currently no face-to-face courses arranged as our training centre is closed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Online courses: If you would like to see this online courses on another date, please let us know by emailing [email protected] To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This course will provide you with an overview of the EYFS and how to implement this in practice. Learning Outcomes: Understand the overarching principles that underpin the EYFS Understand the prime and specific areas of learning and characteristics of effective learning and how to deliver the curriculum through a holistic, play based approach Reflect on the quality of education you provide and what Ofsted means by Intent. Implementation and Impact. Understand the importance of observing children and how to your interactions can extend learning experiences Discuss mandatory assessments and what to include To explore parent partnerships and how to develop this relationship in and out of the setting Who Should Attend? Suitable for anyone working with children in the EYFS Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE Or, online via Microsoft Teams
'Understanding Cohort Tracking' by Laura Andrews - £30 Expand Upcoming Courses: There are currently no upcoming dates for this course To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now' Summary: This course aims to develop your understanding of cohort tracking by identifying children’s attainment and progress and how you can use this information to identify the needs of specific groups of children Location: Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE