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EYFS Updates and Moderation

I will be holding my face-to-face EYFS update and moderation sessions again this year. These sessions are always popular as they provide the opportunity to meet other practitioners in person and hear the latest news, share good practice and moderate judgements. There will a lot to discuss at the first meeting including the new EYFS Statutory Framework updates and the new Ofsted framework. These sessions are suitable for both Nursery and Reception staff

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Details are:

Venue-  Pye Green Community Centre, Bradbury Lane, Hednesford, WS12 4EP

​Thursday 23rd October 2025 1.15pm- 3.45pm

Thursday 26th March 2026 1.15pm- 3.45pm

Thursday 18th June 2026 1.15pm- 3.45pm

Charge £55 per session

Offers Book all 3 for £150 or book 2 delegates on one session £50 per delegate

​Feedback from a delegate:

I just wanted to say what a breath of fresh air this afternoon was- Frank discussions and sharing ideas were brilliant and welcomed in a safe space of no judgement.

Thank you for highlighting new reports and giving us opportunities to network as well. I feel a lot more confident with my judgements and practice.

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to book: email amanda.picken@violeteducationlimited.co.uk 

Network for schools with provision for two-year-olds 

Do you have provision for two-year-olds in your school?

I organise a network to support schools. This is a termly meeting which includes training (on subjects such as schemas, attachment theory, Communication and language, PSED etc and sharing good practice. Each setting hosts one of the sessions. The host setting have free places. The cost for each session is £25 per setting to include up to 2 delegates. the session is 4pm-5.30pm.

The dates and venues for this academic year are:

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Autumn term Thursday 9th October 2025

Venue- Chancel Primary School, Wolseley Rd, Rugeley WS15 2EW

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Spring term Thursday 26th February 2026

Venue- Littleton Green Community School, Colliers Way, Huntington, Cannock WS12 4UD

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Summer term Thursday 4th June 2026

Venue TBC

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Please email if you would like to join us: amanda.picken@violeteducationlimited.co.uk 

Unpicking the Writing Framework for EYFS and the Importance of Reception

 

The Writing Framework was published in July 2025. The report discusses the importance of reception. This training session will look at the key messages from the report and good practice in YR to support progress.

 

During this session we will:

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Develop understanding of the key messages from the report.

Ensure that this is reviewed alongside good practice in YR.

Consider the complexities of writing development.

Consider assessment in writing.

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​ Tuesday 20th January 2026 4pm-5.30pm

charge £30 per delegate - book more than one place charge is £25 per delegate

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To book email amanda.picken@violeteducationlimited.co.uk 

Executive Function, Self-regulation and brain development

With the target of 75% GLD in mind, we need to consider the foundational skills and knowledge that children need in order to succeed. Executive function, brain development and self regulation are the key to laying the foundations to successful learning. The Education Endowment Foundation state:

Self-regulation and executive function are closely interrelated. They are typically applied together to help children gain greater control over their thoughts, actions, and emotional responses. Children’s ability to apply these skills can be influenced by their early experiences, their current state of wellbeing (including their emotional state), and levels of motivation. Supporting the development of these skills may mean children are more likely to do better later in school.-

With this in mind I am offering the following online training:

 

Executive Function, Self-regulation and brain development

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During this session we will:

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explore and develop understanding of all aspects of this.

consider how this supports behaviour

understand how this is important as one of the best predictors of a child’s later success in the crucial areas of reading and mathematics. Strong executive function skills are also linked to better emotional well-being and better behaviour in school.

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 Wednesday 28th January 2026 4.00pm-5.15pm

Charge £30 per delegate book more than one place charge £25 per delegate

to book email amanda.picken@violeteducationlimited.co.uk

Training dates and venues

to book any training to discuss any further:

call: 07780998189   email: amanda.picken@violeteducationlimited.co.uk 



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