Strengthening Adult Interactions in the EYFS

Relationships lie at the heart of learning, and research consistently shows that effective interactions are the critical keystone of high-quality practice in the Early Years. This essential course has been designed to enable all those working with young children to become the best possible partners in play and learning.

Delivered as either a full day face-to-face event, or as three webinars, the course covers: 

The Vital Foundations: Adult Knowledge and Understanding

Examine crucial threads of practitioner knowledge and understanding which underpin interactions with children. Exploring key aspects of child development and how young children learn, drawing on latest/key research and considering the curriculum.

Key Priorities: Communication and Language and Co/Self-Regulation

Shine spotlights on how we can support the development of children’s Communication and Language, as well as Self-Regulation, through skilful and sensitive interactions.  With recommendations for leadership and practical tips for teams to use in the classroom.

Partners in Learning: Developing and Extending Thinking

Explore strategies to further raise the quality of practice, including guidance around Sustained Shared Thinking and the use of questions in interactions.

There will be opportunities to refresh on general aspects of good practice for effective interaction and with suggested tasks, supporting activities and practical tools, this course offers an ideal opportunity to strengthen practice for you and your team!

Benefits:

• A deeper understanding of the complex nature of and importance of adult child interactions.

• Strategies for developing Language and Communication, Self-Regulation and Sustained Shared Thinking through effective interactions

• A clear grasp of ways to evaluate and strengthen your practice

EYFS leaders & teachers 

Face to Face Course - £145 per person excl. VAT

Live Webinar Package - £145 per person excl. VAT

Recording - £145 per person excl. VAT

Please note that our online training courses are priced per person and multiple viewings of a course will be charged.

Autumn 2024

Live Webinar Package (In Progress)

Part 1: Monday 30th September
Part 2: Monday 7th October
Part 3: Monday 14th October
1:30pm - 3:00pm

Face to Face Courses

York - Park Grove Primary Academy, YO31 8LG
Monday 4th November
9:30am - 3:30pm

Rotherham - Arnold Nursery School and Children's Centre, S65 2LY
Wednesday 13th November
9:30am - 3:30pm

Wiltshire - Hazelwood Academy, SN5 8DR
Tuesday 19th November 
9:30am - 3:30pm

Cambridge - Histon Early Years Centre, CB24 9LL
Monday 2nd December
9:30am - 3:30pm

*Please Note - Lunch will not be provided when attending Face to Face Courses, please ensure you bring a packed lunch to the course.

Spring 2025

Face to Face Courses

Lincoln - Priory Witham Academy, LN6 7DT
Wednesday 5th February
9:30am - 3:30pm

Surrey - Knaphill Lower School, GU21 2SX
Thursday 6th February
9:30am - 3:30pm

*Please Note - Lunch will not be provided when attending Face to Face Courses, please ensure you bring a packed lunch to the course.

Live Webinar Package

Part 1: Thursday 27th February
Part 2: Thursday 6th March
Part 3: Thursday 13th March
9:30am - 11:00am

Summer 2025

Live Webinar Package

Part 1: Tuesday 3rd June
Part 2: Tuesday 10th June
Part 3: Tuesday 17th June
1:30pm - 3:00pm