Regional networking morning: Leeds

'Fantastic speakers, very interesting morning. A lot of information to take home and use. Thank you.'

We hosted a Regional networking morning in the centre of Leeds aimed at bringing people from the early years sector together, with talks and support on key topics including SEND, Safeguarding and the EYFS as well as sharing some insightful experiences from childcare practitioners. 

This event was open to both PACEY members and non-members, Childminders, Childminding Assistants, Nursery Managers, Nursery Workers, Nannies, Students, Teachers and other early years professionals.

Event details

Saturday 16 March / 9.15am-12.30pm / The Queens Hotel, New Station Street City Square, Leeds LS1 1PJ

Speakers

'A great day, thank you. Was worth me giving up a Saturday. Lots of info'

Agenda

'Informative speakers, especially Jasvinder Sanghera. Great to have a forum to voice opinions and meet other professionals'

Presentations (including links to resources)

• Zara Smith's presentation on 'Supporting children with additional needs'
• Jasvinder Sanghera's presentation on' Domestic abuse and the impact on children'
• Ofsted's presentation 
• The Department for Education's presentation

Resource highlights

• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) Improvement Plan
• SEND code of practice: 0 to 25 years
• Early years level 3 SENCO
• Karma Nirvana charity
• Jasvinder Sanghera
• St Edmund's Early Years Stronger Practice Hub
• Ofsted's guidance for EY providers and practitioners and parents
• Ofsted's 'Big Listen'
• DfE's Childminder recruitment and retention consultation

'Really great morning. Wish they were more frequent, especially in the north. Very informative'

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