Upcoming Events
You can find a list of all bookable events and CPD below.
See our Professional Development page for other training and sector‑wide learning opportunities.
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.
![WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Evening Session]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1741274564522-DZ49B18J2CBSTQE0YSTI/WellComm+data+thumb.png)
WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Evening Session]
This online session will guide you through the WellComm data collection process, including how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to accurately record and collate screening outcomes.
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
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.
BCC WORKSHOP: Introduction to WellComm
This free online training, run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service, will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Morning Session]
This online session will guide you through the WellComm data collection process, including how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to accurately record and collate screening outcomes.
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
BCC WORKSHOP: Keeping Children Safe - Practical Risk Assessment
This interactive workshop will help early years and childcare providers confidently identify and manage risks while supporting children's safety, wellbeing, and learning.
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
The Unique World of Two-Year-Olds with Kym Scott
Exclusively for Birmingham Early Years Educators - A session with Kym Scott on understanding two-year-olds and the implications for excellent practice.
Limited places - first come, first served
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.
BCC: Building Babies’ Brains – Specialist Baby Room Training (3-day)
Building Babies’ Brains – Specialist Baby Room Training (3-day in-person training programme).
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
Webinar Wednesday: WellComm Babies
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
![SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [In-Person]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1762963927903-1PZX9BEUTJMFX1QLFBI2/Autumn+EYC+Surgery+-+Central+%26+East+Cluster+in-person+thumb.png)
SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [In-Person]
Central & East Cluster Autumn EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
![BCC Briefing: Considering a Career as a Childminder? [Evening Session]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1700488581765-J6ZS05YGD5L8Q0QRCL6U/EYFS+changes+-+childminders.png)
BCC 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.
![SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery - South Cluster [In-Person]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1762963560061-MBVFL9QDYOYAFWBBT3LB/Autumn+EYC+Surgery+-+South+Cluster+in-person+thumb.png)
SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery - South Cluster [In-Person]
South Cluster Autumn EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
Webinar Wednesday: Early Years Essentials - Milestones in Motion
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
![SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery - North Cluster [In-Person]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1762963598909-0LWLCFER26TL8AGHGL9N/Autumn+EYC+Surgery+-+North+Cluster+in-person+thumb.png)
SAVE THE DATE: Autumn EYC Surgery - North Cluster [In-Person]
North Cluster Autumn EYC Surgery: Save the date
Time and venue TBC
Unlocking the Power of Stories: How to Tell Them Well with Neil Griffiths
Exclusively for Birmingham Early Years Educators - Join internationally renowned literacy expert and Storysack® creator Neil Griffiths for a masterclass in the art of storytelling.
Limited places - first come, first served
BCC WORKSHOP: Introduction to WellComm
This free online training, run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service, will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
North Cluster Autumn Network Meeting: Magic of Books (Hybrid)
Curriculum Conversations: The Importance of bringing stories to life and exploring simple tools that spark rich storytelling experiences.
Join us at Mere Green Library or dial-in online via MS Teams.
Central & East Cluster Autumn Network Meeting: Magic of Books (Hybrid)
Curriculum Conversations: The Importance of bringing stories to life and exploring simple tools that spark rich storytelling experiences.
Join us at Shard End Library or dial-in online via MS Teams.
South Cluster Autumn Network Meeting: Magic of Books (Hybrid)
Curriculum Conversations: The Importance of bringing stories to life and exploring simple tools that spark rich storytelling experiences.
Join us at Hall Green Library or dial-in online via MS Teams.
BCC WORKSHOP: Keeping Children Safe - Practical Risk Assessment
This interactive workshop will help early years and childcare providers confidently identify and manage risks while supporting children's safety, wellbeing, and learning.
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
BCC WORKSHOP: Introduction to WellComm
This free online training, run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service, will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Morning Session]
This online session will guide you through the WellComm data collection process, including how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to accurately record and collate screening outcomes.
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Evening Session]
This online session will guide you through the WellComm data collection process, including how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to accurately record and collate screening outcomes.
Run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service.
BCC 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.
BCC WORKSHOP: Introduction to WellComm
This free online training, run by Birmingham City Council (BCC) Early Years & Childcare Service, will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
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.
![SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery - South Cluster [In-Person]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1769617108302-6M8O28WL0UG5HUDCLLSU/Spring+EYC+Surgery+-+South+Cluster+in-person+thumb.png)
SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery - South Cluster [In-Person]
South Cluster Spring EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
![SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [In-Person]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1772033303849-4DDSYZJ1BOBECQKUVNF4/Spring+EYC+Surgery+-+Central+%26+East+Cluster+in-person+thumb.png)
SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery: Central & East Cluster [In-Person]
Central & East Cluster Spring EYC Surgery: Save the date
Venue and time TBC
![SAVE THE DATE: Spring EYC Surgery - North Cluster [In-Person]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1769020088636-LJMOPZEVH7OMRMN752HT/Spring+EYC+Surgery+-+North+Cluster+in-person+thumb.png)
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.
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: Implementing WellComm in Practice
Weekly online learning sessions; connecting Birmingham’s early years community around key themes, practical strategies and shared expertise.
![WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [20 Aug]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/646f24b87f7ed20d4f71dcb9/1704979884571-4GO2T6U5DAHQQ12FNGGO/Partner+CPD+event+-+thumbnail+image.png)
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [20 Aug]
WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
WellComm Part 1: This free online workshop will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
Keeping Little Ones Safe: A Conversation with Childminders about Sleep & Mealtimes
A session for Childminders to explore current best practice in safer sleep and safer eating, helping you to reflect on your own provision and strengthen the safety and wellbeing of the children in your care.
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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