Events
Five Ways to Better Communication
KIDS (National Development Department [NDD] Training Unit) who have 42 years experience in disabled children and young people's services are running Better Communication course. 9.30am - 4.00pm, 12th March 2010, Room 4, Vassell Centre, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 2QQ. Refreshment from 9.00am. It is for providers of short break services for disabled children and young people (in range of settings and in the community) and parents/carers or Personal Assistants. It is intended to help and enable providers of short break services and parents to communicate with disabled children and young people, whether in a service context or private. By the end of the session participants will: Have developed their own communication book 'All About Me' and reflected on the process, Recognise the importance of giving and receiving feedback, Examined the role of a PA supporting a child with communication impairments, Be able to share and understand language and terms that are acceptable and respectful to disabled children, young people and their families, Participated in a range of games and activities and know ways of adapting them, Identify action points they can take away and implement particularly focussed on communication in order to improve inclusion for children with communication impairments, State where and how they find Bristol based resources and support. The course is free of charge. There are a maximum of 22 places and it is booked on a first come first served basis. Please contact Ria Patel for a booking form and pre-course questionnaire on 020 7359 3073 or email ria.patel@kids.org.uk.
Learn HQ Safe And Effective Use Of An EpiPen
Learn HQ Ltd have launched a new course adding to their already extensive range of childcare and education eLearning courses. The course Safe and Effective use of an EpiPen is designed to provide information on anaphylaxis and how and when to use an EpiPen both on yourself and someone in your care. The course is available free of charge and can be downloaded from the following link. www.learnhq.com/epipen.html. For further information on their courses visit www.learnhq.com.
BDA's Annual Funders Fayre
Tuesday 23rd March 2010, 9.30am - 3.30pm at Salvation Army Community Centre, Hassell Drive, Lawrence Hill,
Bristol, BS2 0AN. Improve your chances of getting funding! Take this chance to be informed about funding
opportunities, identify appropriate funds and learn how best to present your proposals. At this event you can:
1. Learn to improve your practice in applying for funds in Funder led workshops.
2. Explore your fundraising issues in a 'Question and Answer' session.
3. Be informed about trends and 'new' practices in fundraising.
4. Attend a Funders 'Market Place' to get 'up-to-date' information on funding.
Benefit with contributions from The BIG Lottery Fund, Bristol City Council, The Heritage Lottery Fund,
Sport England, Quartet, BBC Children in Need and more. Who should attend: Open to individuals, new and emerging groups,
voluntary community and social enterprise organisations. We would particularly encourage those with
responsibility for commissioning, fundraising and bid writing. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Please
book early. For further information and bookings please contact Charlene on 0117 939 6645, or visit the website:
www.blackdeva.org.uk/events_listing.
Playing With Mathematics
Playing with mathematics, problem solving: problem posing, learn how to bring maths alive. Thursday 29th April
2010, College Green Centre, City of Bristol College. This conference will demonstrate and explore
the imaginative connection between mathematics and story. The need for a cross curricular approach will be analysed
and the value of engaging with practical materials will be explored through lectures and practical workshops.
Aims of the day:
1. Demonstrate and explore the imaginative connection between mathematics and story
2. Analyse the need for a cross curricular approach when teaching mathematics
3. Explore the value of engaging with practical materials
4. Understand ways of bringing mathematics alive
The event is aimed at those working in nurseries, children's centres, primary schools and local authorities.
Early bird booking before 1 March 2010. There are a limited number of places available so please book early
to avoid disappointment. For enquiries tel: 0117 312 5851 or e-mail thebristolconferences@cityofbristol.ac.uk.
Free Stay and Play Sessions
For families who have a child under 5 and live in East/Central Bristol. At Easton Community Children's Centre Thursdays 1 - 2.45pm. Stories, Music, Refreshments, Creative Activities. A chance for you and your child to get to know other families living in the area and tell us how we can support you. FFi: call Jacqui Stokes, tel: 0117 939 2550
Hoopalicious @ St Paul's Sports Academy Tuesdays 11-12pm, Creche facilities available
A fun and sassy exercise class using circus hula hoops. Ffi: 0117 377 3405 or just turn up!
Really Wild Activity Sessions from Avon Wildlife Trust
Fun and educational environmental activities for childrens groups; ideal for holiday play schemes, after school clubs, woodcraft folk, brownies and cubs. Activities available at Willsbridge Mill Education Centre, Willsbridge Hill, Bristol BS30 6EX Can also take place at your venue or your local nature reserve. Choose from one of their suggestions, or let them know your theme.
FFI: 0117 932 6885, e: willsbridgemill@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk 2009 prices: £5.50 per child for minimum 2 hour session for groups of 11 - 40 (groups less than 11 minimum charge £60).