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.
Early Talk Boost @ Perry Barr Family Hub - November
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Perry Barr Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 20
Level: Intermediate
Early Years Partnership Information Sharing Session
Join our online session for early years professionals: connect with key partners, explore the latest resources, offers, and sector support.
Early Talk Boost @ Erdington Family Hub - 10 November
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
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for Schools & Maintained Nursery Schools
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet and how to return your WellComm screening results.
Alternative morning session available on Thu 23 Oct.
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WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Nov]
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
Early Talk Boost @ Erdington Family Hub - 17 November
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
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
The Power and Pleasures of Play with Tina Bruce & Chris Pascal
Exclusively for Birmingham Early Years Practitioners - Professor Tina Bruce (CBE) and Professor Chris Pascal (OBE) will lead this session on reflective pedagogy, exploring the power and pleasures of play.
Limited places - first come, first served
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm screens on the EEE portal
Alternative evening session available on Wed 3 Dec.
Early Talk Boost @ Perry Barr Family Hub - December
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Perry Barr Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 20
Level: Intermediate
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm screens on the EEE portal
Alternative morning session available on Fri 28 Nov.
WORKSHOP: Assessment and Moderation in the EYFS (Morning 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
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Dec]
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
Early Talk Boost @ Edgbaston Family Hub - December
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
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
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
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: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Afternoon Session
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
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Jan]
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: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Lunchtime Session
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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Evening Session
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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Morning Session
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
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
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Feb]
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
WORKSHOP: Transition (Afternoon Session)
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
This free online workshop will explore how to prepare children and their families for a successful transition.
Level: Introductory
WORKSHOP: Assessment and Moderation in the EYFS (Afternoon 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
WORKSHOP: Aiming for a Successful Ofsted Inspection 2025/26 (Evening 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 [Mar]
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
WORKSHOP: Transition (Morning Session)
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
This free online workshop will explore how to prepare children and their families for a successful transition.
Level: Introductory
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: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Afternoon Session
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
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Apr]
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? (Morning 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? (Morning 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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Lunchtime Session
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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Evening Session
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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Morning Session
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
WORKSHOP: Transition (Evening Session)
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025/26
This free online workshop will explore how to prepare children and their families for a successful transition.
Level: Introductory
WORKSHOP: Aiming for a Successful Ofsted Inspection 2025/26 (Morning 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 [May]
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [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
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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Afternoon Session
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Afternoon Session: 4:00-5:00 PM
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Evening Session
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
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for Schools & Maintained Nursery Schools
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet and how to return your WellComm screening results.
Alternative afternoon session available on Tue 11 Nov.
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Oct]
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
Early Talk Boost @ Edgbaston Family Hub - October
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
Early Talk Boost @ Selly Oak Family Hub - October
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Selly Oak Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 20
Level: Intermediate
CHILDCARE BRIEFING: Considering Starting a Childcare Business? (Morning 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
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Lunchtime Session
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Lunchtime Session: 12:30-1:30 PM
CHILDCARE BRIEFING: Considering a Career as a Childminder? (Morning Session)
Thinking of becoming a childminder? This briefing is intended for individuals in Birmingham who are considering starting a childminding business.
Level: Introductory
BRIEFING: Target Setting for Early Years Personal Education Plans (PEPs) - Morning Session
A briefing session to support early years practitioners in setting clear and effective SMART targets for Birmingham’s Children in Care.
Morning Session: 10:45-11:45 AM
DSL Network - October (Afternoon Session)
October 2025 DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Afternoon Session: 2:00-3:00 PM
DSL Network - October (Evening Session)
October 2025 DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Evening Session: 6:00-7:00 PM
DSL Network - October (Lunchtime Session)
October 2025 DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Lunchtime Session: 12:30-1:30 PM
Early Talk Boost @ Perry Barr Family Hub - October
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Perry Barr Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 20
Level: Intermediate
DSL Network - October (Morning Session)
October 2025 DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers, and owners.
Morning Session: 9:15-10:15 AM
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Evening Session]
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm screens on the EEE portal
Other dates/times available.
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Sept]
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
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Morning Session]
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm screens on the EEE portal
Other dates/times available.
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection for PVI Settings [Afternoon Session]
This session will demonstrate how to use the WellComm data spreadsheet to collate screening data and prepare for sharing your WellComm screens on the EEE portal
Other dates/times available.
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Aug - Morning Session]
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
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
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: 14
Level: Intermediate
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [Aug - Evening Session]
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
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection [Evening Session]
This session will demonstrate how to use the updated WellComm data spreadsheet and complete the data collection form, helping you prepare to share your WellComm screens on the EEE portal from the autumn term.
Other dates/times available.
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection [Morning Session 2]
This session will demonstrate how to use the updated WellComm data spreadsheet and complete the data collection form, helping you prepare to share your WellComm screens on the EEE portal from the autumn term.
Other dates/times available.
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection [Afternoon Session]
This session will demonstrate how to use the updated WellComm data spreadsheet and complete the data collection form, helping you prepare to share your WellComm screens on the EEE portal from the autumn term.
Other dates/times available.
NEW WORKSHOP: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)
NEW WORKSHOP for 2025
This online workshop aims to empower early years colleagues to challenge inequality and/or inappropriate behaviour in the workplace.
Level: Intermediate
WORKSHOP: WellComm Part 1 - Introduction to WellComm [July]
NEW WORKSHOP DATES for 2025
WellComm Part 1: This free online workshop will enable practitioners to use the WellComm Toolkit within their setting.
Level: Introductory
DEMO & SUPPORT: WellComm Data Collection [Morning Session 1]
This session will demonstrate how to use the updated WellComm data spreadsheet and complete the data collection form, helping you prepare to share your WellComm screens on the EEE portal from the autumn term.
Other dates/times available.
Early Talk Boost @ Hodge Hill Family Hub
Face-to-face Early Talk Boost training at Hodge Hill Family Hub; each setting will receive two boxes of Early Talk Boost resources.
Places: 14
Level: Intermediate