Upcoming Events
You can find a list of all bookable events (including district network meetings, conferences and CPD) below.
See our dedicated CPD page for more details on which course best suits your needs.
WORKSHOP: Aiming for a Successful Ofsted Inspection 2025/26 (Afternoon Session)
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
This free online workshop will support you on your journey towards success at your next Ofsted inspection.
Level: Intermediate
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WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [5 Aug]
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
WellComm Part 1: This free online workshop will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
Level: Introductory
CHILDCARE BRIEFING: Considering a Career as a Childminder? (Evening Session)
Thinking of becoming a childminder? This briefing is intended for individuals in Birmingham who are considering starting a childminding business.
Level: Introductory
CHILDCARE BRIEFING: Considering Starting a Childcare Business? (Evening Session)
Thinking of starting a childcare business? If you are considering opening a group-based childcare business in Birmingham (such as a Day Nursery or Preschool), this workshop is for you!
Level: Introductory
Early Talk Boost @ Edgbaston Family Hub
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Edgbaston Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 20
Level: Intermediate
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [20 Aug]
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
WellComm Part 1: This free online workshop will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
Level: Introductory
Webinar Wednesday: Implementing WellComm in Practice
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
Project & Partners Information Sharing Session - Autumn Term 2026
An online session for early years professionals: learn about the latest BEYN projects and connect with key partners across Birmingham.
Webinar Wednesday: Supporting the Unique Child Through Everyday Transitions
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
Webinar Wednesday: Introduction to Early Years Essentials
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
Webinar Wednesday: Language Learning Reflection & Planning Tool
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
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SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [In-Person]
Central & East Cluster Autumn EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
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SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery - South Cluster [In-Person]
South Cluster Autumn EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
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SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery - North Cluster [In-Person]
North Cluster Autumn EYC Surgery: Save the date
Time and venue TBC
Project & Partners Information Sharing Session - Spring Term 2027
An online session for early years professionals: learn about the latest BEYN projects and connect with key partners across Birmingham.
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SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery - South Cluster [In-Person]
South Cluster Spring EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
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SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [In-Person]
Central & East Cluster Spring EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
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SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery - North Cluster [In-Person]
North Cluster Spring EYC Surgery: Save the date
Time and venue TBC
Project & Partners Information Sharing Session - Summer Term 2027
An online session for early years professionals: learn about the latest BEYN projects and connect with key partners across Birmingham.
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Jul]
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
WellComm Part 1: This free online workshop will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
Level: Introductory
BRIEFING: Driving Progress in Early Years Through Powerful Targets
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Afternoon Session: 3:00-4:00 PM
BRIEFING: Driving Progress in Early Years Through Powerful Targets
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Evening Session: 6:00-7:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Diverse Beginnings - Enhancing Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in Childcare Settings
This in-person workshop will support Early Years and Childcare professionals in embedding equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across their practice.
Level: Introductory
BRIEFING: Driving Progress in Early Years Through Powerful Targets
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Lunchtime Session: 12:00-1:00 PM
WellComm Data Session for PVI Settings
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate your screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm data with the Local Authority.
Alternative morning session available on Fri 3 July.
Early Talk Boost @ Erdington Family Hub
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Erdington Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 20
Level: Intermediate
BRIEFING: Driving Progress in Early Years Through Powerful Targets
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Morning Session: 10:00-11:00 AM
WellComm Data Session for PVI Settings
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate your screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm data with the Local Authority.
Alternative evening session available on Mon 6 July.
WellComm Data Session for Schools & Maintained Nursery Schools
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate your screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm data with the Local Authority.
Alternative afternoon session available on Wed 24 June.
DSL Summer Meeting (Evening Session)
Summer DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Evening Session: 6:00-7:00 PM
DSL Summer Meeting (Lunchtime Session)
Summer DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Lunchtime Session: 12:00-1:00 PM
WellComm Data Session for Schools & Maintained Nursery Schools
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate your screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm data with the Local Authority.
Alternative morning session available on Fri 26 June.
DSL Summer Meeting (Afternoon Session)
Summer DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Afternoon Session: 2:30-3:30 PM
DSL Summer Meeting (Morning Session)
Summer DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Morning Session: 9:15-10:15 AM
Building Effective Transitions with Laura Henry-Allain
Exclusively for Birmingham Early Years Practitioners - Laura Henry-Allain will share her top tips on the importance of supporting children as they transition through their Early Years stages.
Limited places - first come, first served
CHILDCARE BRIEFING: Considering Starting a Childcare Business? (Afternoon Session)
Thinking of starting a childcare business? If you are considering opening a group-based childcare business in Birmingham (such as a Day Nursery or Preschool), this workshop is for you!
Level: Introductory
CHILDCARE BRIEFING: Considering a Career as a Childminder? (Afternoon Session)
Thinking of becoming a childminder? This briefing is intended for individuals in Birmingham who are considering starting a childminding business.
Level: Introductory
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Jun]
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
WellComm Part 1: This free online workshop will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
Level: Introductory
Transition to Reception 2026 - Perry Barr District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: Lea Hall Allotments & Institute, B20 2AP
Transition to Reception 2026 - Selly Oak District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: Shenley Court Hall, B29 4ED
Transition to Reception 2026 - Ladywood District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: The Signing Tree, B16 8SZ
Transition to Reception 2026 - Hodge Hill & Solihull North District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: Mackadown Sports & Social Club, B33 0JG
Transition to Reception 2026 - Edgbaston District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: Edgbaston Community Centre, B15 2HU
Transition to Reception 2026 - Sutton Coldfield District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: The Trinity Centre, B72 1TF
Transition to Reception 2026 - Northfield District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: Shenley Court Hall, B29 4ED
WORKSHOP: Assessment and Moderation in the EYFS (Evening Session)
Birmingham's Early Years and Childcare Service will guide you through the areas of assessment within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework
Level: Introductory
Transition to Reception 2026 - Yardley District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: Mackadown Sports & Social Club, B33 0JG
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Summer EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [Online]
ONLINE Central & East Cluster Summer EYC Surgery: Supporting children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) in Early Years.
Discuss inclusive practice, valuing home languages and the importance of creating language‑rich environments.
Transition to Reception 2026 - Erdington District
An opportunity to discuss transition for every child moving to a Reception class in September 2026.
Location: St Barnabas Church Centre, B23 6SY