Course programme
Delegates on this one-day course will be led through an exploration of what we mean by wellbeing and how to nurture it in early childhood. In the morning the course introduces a new theoretical approach to child development - the ABC of wellbeing; and outlines the principles and mechanisms of wellbeing development. It examines what wellbeing development looks like in practice, and how it can be incorporated into real-life daily experiences in early years settings. In the afternoon the focus is on wellbeing play: what it is, and what children need, to play in this way. The course presents a balance of theory and practice, bringing new and thought-provoking perspectives to early childhood professionalism. It is delivered through a combination of tuition, video case studies, discussion, group tasks and individual planning time.

Overall aim
This course aims to underpin quality provision for children’s wellbeing, especially in relation to personal, social and emotional development; and communication and language. It offers evidence-based strategies which aim to support life-long wellbeing and resilience by transforming the situations and experiences of babies and young children in their everyday lives in settings and at home.

Intended learning outcomes
Delegates will have opportunities to:
• explore a new theory of child development in relation to the ABC of wellbeing
• understand how wellbeing develops in the youngest children through companionable attention
• consider everyday situations and experiences that are rich in wellbeing opportunities
• gain information about children’s needs in relation to wellbeing play
• reflect on their own professional wellbeing, and plan next steps.

Who should attend?
Advisers, managers and practitioners working with young children from birth to six and their families; in the maintained, private and voluntary sectors.

Programme for the day

9.00    Registration and coffee
9.30    Getting Started
10.00  Session one - The ABC of Wellbeing
11.00  Break
11.15  Session two - Everyday Wellbeing
12.30  Lunch
1.30    Session three - Wellbeing Play
2.30    Session four - Professional Development
3.30    End

About the trainer

ROSEMARY ROBERTS

Dr. Rosemary Roberts has taught in nursery, primary and higher education, and trains early years professionals.  She holds a post-graduate Diploma in Psycho-analytic Observational Studies from the Tavistock Clinic, and a PhD in early years research. She was a founder director of Peers Early Education Partnership (PEEP), working with Sure Start programmes in disadvantaged areas to raise educational attainment by supporting parents, carers and other service providers. In 1999 she was awarded the OBE for services to early childhood. She is author of Self Esteem and Early Learning (3rd ed. 2006), published by SAGE; and Wellbeing from Birth (2010), also published by SAGE.  

(www.rosemaryroberts.co.uk)

Travel and venue information

Please see the Hotel Ibis  Birmingham City Centre for maps and detailed information how to travel to the venue.

Which ticket should you buy?

Please choose the appropriate ticket type. You should check if your organisation has NCB membership, in which case you can apply for an NCB member's ticket.

As an NCB member or non-member, you should also register as coming from the statutory or the voluntary sector. To qualify as a voluntary sector organisation, you must be a registered charity.

Cancellation

All cancellations must be received in writing. In the event of a cancellation, a full refund will be given for one month's notice, a 50% refund for 1 month to 14 days notice and no refund for less than 14 days notice. Substitutions may be made at any time.

Please find further information about NCB training

Hotel Ibis Birmingham Centre
Arcadian Centre
Ladywell Walk
B5 4ST Birmingham
United Kingdom

Friday, June 18, 2010 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (GMT)

NCB

National Children's Bureau (NCB) is a charitable organisation that acts as an umbrella body for organisations working with children and young people in England & Northern Ireland.