Early Years Foundation Stage conference: growing up well – 9 October, Exeter
Research is clear that high-quality early education establishes the foundations for later success, including academic achievement, good health and well-being.
While high-quality education benefits all children, it is especially important for those whose early learning has been limited. This may include children who come from disadvantaged backgrounds and those whose language and communication are delayed.
– Strong Foundations. Ofsted October 2024.
With this in mind, our annual early years conference will explore how we reduce the ‘disadvantage gap’ and ensure that we give all children the very best life chances.
Date and place:
- Thursday 9 October 2025 (9.30am – 4pm) – Sandy Park, Exeter
Keynote speakers
- June O’Sullivan
- Dr Valerie Daniel
Training objectives
- Hear from nationally renowned speakers in the field of early years education
- Explore, reflect and consider ways in which your setting or school can develop current practice and provision to enable children to flourish
- Take time away from your setting or school to reflect on current practice and network with early years colleagues
Conference programme
Who can attend?
- Early years practitioners, leaders and managers in settings and schools
- Childminders
- EYFS teachers and teaching assistants
- Primary and nursery headteachers and senior leaders
- Early years governors
- Practitioners working in services that support early years children and their families
- Anyone interested in learning about early years practice and provision
Cost:
- Early bird price £75 (expires 23rd May 2025)
- Full price £125
How to book:
Book your place by visiting the Devon Education Services Shop: Early Years Foundation Stage conference: Growing up well | DES
You will need to log into your shop account to book, or register if you haven’t already got a Shop account: Shop registration page | DES
