Masters Degree Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Join us online for an information session to find out more about; Masters Degree Early Childhood and Education Tutors will be available to talk through course content and answer any […]

NPQEYL Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Join us online for an information session to find out more about; National Professional Qualification in Early Years Leadership Tutors will be available to talk through course content and answer […]

Norfolk Degree Information Session (Launch of new venue)

Breckland District Council (Norfolk Room) Walpole Loke, Walpole Loke, Dereham, Norfolk, United Kingdom

✨Launching New Norfolk Teaching Venue ✨ Early Years Degree Courses taught in Norfolk. Come and see our tutor team as we launch our new teaching venue in Dereham.  Jo and […]

Alumni Event

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Pen Green Alumni Event Join us and bring a friend to a special Pen Green Alumni Event, where past students will share their experiences of studying at Pen Green and reflect on how it has shaped their professional practice and career journeys. We are delighted to welcome alumni member Julian Grenier as our first guest […]

Masters Degree Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Join us for the Pen Green Master's Degree Information Session Recruiting Now for 2025 Entry Are you passionate about early years education and looking to deepen your knowledge and impact? Join our online Information Session to learn more about the MA in Early Childhood & Education offered at Pen Green.  Delivered in partnership with the University of […]

Family Fun Day

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

Pen Green Family Fun Day Join us for a fantastic day of fun and community at our Pen Green Family Fun Day! This is a wonderful opportunity for new families to explore our centre and see what we’re all about. Drop in between 12:00 and 3:00pm 🌟 Special treat: We’re opening the beach for the […]

Nursery Open Session

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

If you are looking for a nursery place for your child then we'd like to invite you to join us at our Nursery Stay & Play Session. Are you looking for a nurturing and inspiring nursery for your child? Join us at Pen Green Centre for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you can: […]

Training Course: Achieving High-Quality Provision in the Baby Room

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Achieving High-Quality Provision in the Baby Room A Pen Green Training Course – Saturday 30th August 10-1pm Nurture the youngest minds with confidence, care and research-led expertise. Join us for a transformative professional development experience designed to deepen your understanding of high-quality baby room practice. This course will equip you with practical strategies to support […]

Webinar: Learning to be Strong – Safeguarding and PSED in the Early Years

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Learning to be Strong: Building Resilience, Assertiveness and Safeguarding Skills in the Early Years Target Audience: Early years practitioners, child development professionals, family support workers, EYFS leaders, and safeguarding coordinators. Join us for this webinar to explore Learning to be Strong – Pen Green’s proven approach to building young children’s resilience, confidence, and safety skills. […]

Masters Degree Information Session

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Are you passionate about making a difference for children and families? Our Master’s Degree Information Session will give you an insight into how studying with Pen Green can expand your knowledge, enhance your practice, and strengthen your professional impact.

Webinar: Working with Parents: Building Stronger Partnerships for Children’s Learning

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Working with Parents: Building Stronger Partnerships for Children’s Learning Hosted by Pen Green Centre & East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub At Pen Green, working with parents is not a programme—it is our foundation. We believe parents are the first and most enduring educators of their children, and we position them as co-researchers and co-constructors of […]

Baby Room Network Meeting

Microsoft Teams

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Mona Sakr as our guest for the next Baby Room Network session — with a special focus on transitions. 💬✨ As many of us have recently welcomed new babies and families into our settings this September, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and connect.

Training: A Celebratory Approach to SEND Assessment in the Early Years (online)

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

A Celebratory Approach to Working with Children with SEND Fully Funded Training Course – Delivered by East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Overview This immersive training course introduces early years professionals to A Celebratory Approach to Working with Children with SEND—a values-led, evidence-informed model developed by Pen Green and endorsed by the Department for […]

Speech and Language Support Network

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity to connect and learn together through our Speech and Language Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our funded 1-1 speech and language consultation sessions and is designed to bring together early years practitioners who want to strengthen their […]

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Webinar: Nutrition Essentials for the Early Years

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Nutrition Essentials for the Early Years 2-Part Webinar Series with Guest Speaker Catherine Jeans, Registered Nutritionist Hosted by the East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Good nutrition in the early years is not just about healthy eating—it underpins learning, development, and wellbeing, as recognised in the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidance. In […]

Kingswood Nursery Open Session

Kingswood Children's Centre Alberta Close, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

If you are looking for a nursery place for your child then we'd like to invite you to join us at our Nursery Stay & Play Session. Are you looking for a nurturing and inspiring nursery for your child? Join us at Kingswood Community Nursery for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you can: […]

Information Session – Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship

Microsoft Teams

Looking for your next step?

Join us at our online information session for employers and potential apprentices interested in the fully funded Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship.

This programme is designed for experienced practitioners looking to step into leadership roles, and for employers wanting to develop and retain senior staff.

Leadership Networking Meeting – Rutland

Rutland County Council South Street 27, Oakham, Rutland, United Kingdom

Leadership Networking Event: Staff Retention & Wellbeing Hosted by the East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Join us for the first in a new series of leadership networking events designed for early years leaders across the East Midlands. This informal networking session (Friday 28th November, 8:00am–10:00pm) will focus on one of the biggest priorities […]

Training: A Celebratory Approach to SEND Assessment in the Early Years (in person)

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

A Celebratory Approach to Working with Children with SEND Fully Funded Training Course – Delivered by East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Overview This immersive training course introduces early years professionals to A Celebratory Approach to Working with Children with SEND—a values-led, evidence-informed model developed by Pen Green and endorsed by the Department for […]

Leadership Networking Meeting – Leicestershire

Charnwood Early Years Hub The Hub, Unit 3B, Wanlip Road, Syston, Leicestershire

Leadership Networking Event: Staff Retention & Wellbeing Hosted by the East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Join us for the first in a new series of leadership networking events designed for early years leaders across the East Midlands. This informal networking session (Tuesday 25th November, 3:00–5:00pm) will focus on one of the biggest priorities […]

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Webinar: Nutrition Essentials for the Early Years

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Nutrition Essentials for the Early Years 2-Part Webinar Series with Guest Speaker Catherine Jeans, Registered Nutritionist Hosted by the East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Good nutrition in the early years is not just about healthy eating—it underpins learning, development, and wellbeing, as recognised in the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidance. In […]

Leadership Networking Meeting – West Northamptonshire

Moulton Community Centre Moulton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Leadership Networking Event: Staff Retention & Wellbeing Hosted by the East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Join us for the first in a new series of leadership networking events designed for early years leaders across the East Midlands. This informal networking session (Friday 28th November, 10:00am–12:00pm) will focus on one of the biggest priorities […]

Leadership Networking Meeting – Leicester City

New Parks House Pindar Road, Leicester, England, United Kingdom

Leadership Networking Event: Staff Retention & Wellbeing Hosted by the East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub and Leicester City Council Join us for the first in a new series of leadership networking events designed for early years leaders across the East Midlands. This informal networking session (Monday 1st December, 10:00am–12:00pm) will focus on one […]

Nursery Open Session for new parents

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

Looking for the right nursery place for your child?Come and experience Pen Green Nursery! Join us for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you and your child can explore our nurturing, stimulating spaces together. It’s the perfect chance to see how we support children’s learning, play, and wellbeing from 9 months to 4 years. […]

Baby Room Network Meeting

Microsoft Teams

Join us for our next Baby Room Network session, where we’ll be exploring: Documenting the Learning of the Youngest Children: Observation & Assessment How do we truly see and capture the learning of babies?What does meaningful observation look like in a relational, responsive baby room? This is a supportive, practice-focused space for baby room educators, […]

Discover Early Years: Careers & Apprenticeships Marketplace

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Discover Early Years is a free careers and networking event bringing together students, schools, training providers, and Early Years employers. Hosted at Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base, this interactive event is designed to inspire the next generation of Early Years professionals and showcase the opportunities available in the sector today.

Apprenticeship Support Forum

Microsoft Teams

A community space for early-years apprentices to learn, connect, and thrive Join us for an interactive online forum designed just for early-years apprentices. You support children every day — now it’s time for us to support you. Whether you’re seeking clarity, confidence, or community, this event brings apprentices together to share experiences, ask questions, and […]

Nursery Open Session for new parents

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

Looking for the right nursery place for your child?Come and experience Pen Green Nursery! Join us for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you and your child can explore our nurturing, stimulating spaces together. It’s the perfect chance to see how we support children’s learning, play, and wellbeing from 9 months to 4 years. […]

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Stronger Practice Hub Information Session

Microsoft Teams

🌟 East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub – Information Session 🌟 Join us to discover how the East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub can support you and your early years setting. This free information session is an opportunity to learn more about our fully funded training, networks, and professional development opportunities designed to strengthen practice, […]

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Stronger Practice Hub Information Session

Microsoft Teams

🌟 East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub – Information Session 🌟 Join us to discover how the East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub can support you and your early years setting. This free information session is an opportunity to learn more about our fully funded training, networks, and professional development opportunities designed to strengthen practice, […]

Relationships Network Launch

Microsoft Teams

We are delighted to launch a brand new networking opportunity focused on one of the most powerful foundations of early childhood development: relationships. For this very first session, we are honoured to be joined by Dr Suzanne Zeedyk and Dr Jools Page, two leading voices whose work has shaped our understanding of relational practice in […]

Speech and Language Support Network Session

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Join our East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Speech & Language Support Network, a supportive online space led by specialist speech and language therapist Karen Royle. These sessions offer a confidential and welcoming environment where you can talk through the communication challenges you’re seeing in your setting, ask questions, and explore practical strategies to […]

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Stronger Practice Hub Information Session

Microsoft Teams

🌟 East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub – Information Session 🌟 Join us to discover how the East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub can support you and your early years setting. This free information session is an opportunity to learn more about our fully funded training, networks, and professional development opportunities designed to strengthen practice, […]

Working at Pen Green: Careers Open Event

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Working at Pen Green: Careers Open Event Are you qualified and looking for a new challenge?Considering a career change?Currently studying and wanting to explore your future career options? We’re inviting people to come along and find out what working at Pen Green Nursery is really like. This informal event is an opportunity to meet staff, […]

Relationships in the Early Years with Suzanne Zeedyk

Microsoft Teams

Relationships in the Early Years Network Tuesday 17 February | 6.00–7.30pm Following the success of our last session, we are delighted to welcome Suzanne Zeedyk back for a deeper dive into relational dynamics. Building on the previous conversation, this session will explore how relationships shape emotional regulation, resilience, and wellbeing across early childhood and beyond. […]

Speech and Language Support Network Session

Zoom Online, United Kingdom

Join our East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Speech & Language Support Network, a supportive online space led by specialist speech and language therapist Karen Royle. These sessions offer a confidential and welcoming environment where you can talk through the communication challenges you’re seeing in your setting, ask questions, and explore practical strategies to […]

2026 Alumni Event

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

We are delighted to welcome Pen Green alumni back for a special event featuring former postgraduate student and leading early years consultant Dr Stella Louis. Following the success of our previous alumni gathering with Dr Julian Grenier (EEF), this event offers an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and engage in timely conversation about the importance of […]

How to Write Meaningful Observations

Microsoft Teams

How to Write Meaningful Observations Many practitioners tell us that observation, assessment, and planning can feel overwhelming — especially when there’s pressure to record learning rather than truly understand it. This online practice clinic, led by highly experienced nursery practitioners, is designed to help you slow down, think deeply, and make sense of what you […]

Relationships in the Early Years with Jools Page

Microsoft Teams

Relationships in the Early Years Network Session 3: Professional Love in Early Years Practice – with Jools Page In this session, Jools will introduce her research on professional love and the important role it plays in supporting young children’s emotional security, learning and development. Drawing on her work with early years practitioners, she will explore how […]

Webinar: Early Years Leadership

Microsoft Teams

Things I Wish I’d Known: An Essential Guide for New and Aspirant Leaders 23rd March | 4:00–5:30pm | Online This uplifting one-hour session explores the powerful parallels between how we support young children and how we lead, support, and nurture our teams. Together, we’ll reflect on the everyday skills early years professionals already use with […]

Apprenticeship Support Forum

Microsoft Teams

A community space for early-years apprentices to learn, connect, and thrive Join us for an interactive online forum designed just for early-years apprentices. You support children every day — now it’s time for us to support you. Whether you’re seeking clarity, confidence, or community, this event brings apprentices together to share experiences, ask questions, and […]

Apprenticeships, Degrees and Teacher Training Open Day

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Explore your future in Early Years Join us at Pen Green to discover how you can build a rewarding and meaningful career supporting children, families and communities. Whether you are just starting your journey in Early Years or looking to progress into leadership, advanced study or teaching, our Open Day will help you explore the […]

Baby Room Network Relationships & High-Quality Interactions

Microsoft Teams

Our next Baby Room Network will focus on relationships and high-quality interactions, exploring the strong relational foundations that underpin babies’ learning and development. This session will consider how attuned, responsive interactions support babies’ emotional security, communication and early thinking. Together, we will reflect on what high-quality interactions look like in practice, how practitioners can tune […]

West Northants Training Session – Early Writing

The Forum Moat Lane, Towcester, England, United Kingdom

Early Writing: Building Strong Foundations for the GLD (Half-day training) This half-day training supports practitioners to understand how early writing develops from birth and how secure physical, sensory and emotional foundations underpin children’s ability to meet the Writing Early Learning Goal (GLD). Aligned with Best Start in Life principles, the session focuses on developmentally appropriate […]

Teacher Training Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Pen Green Initial Teacher Training Information Session Thinking about becoming a teacher? Join us for an informative and welcoming session to explore Initial Teacher Training (ITT) with Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base in partnership with the National Institute of Teaching. At Pen Green, we believe that teaching begins with relationships. Our ITT routes […]

Masters Degree Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Masters Degree Information Session Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children) Thinking about taking the next step in your early years career? Join us for an informal Masters Degree Information Session and find out how Pen Green’s postgraduate programme can support you to deepen your practice, develop your research voice, and lead […]

Nursery Open Session for new parents

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

Looking for the right nursery place for your child?Come and experience Pen Green Nursery! Join us for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you and your child can explore our nurturing, stimulating spaces together. It’s the perfect chance to see how we support children’s learning, play, and wellbeing from 9 months to 4 years. […]

Schema and Maths Network

Microsoft Teams

We are excited to launch a new networking opportunity focused on schemas and mathematics in the early years. This network will explore how schema theory can support meaningful mathematical learning experiences for young children and help practitioners use children’s schematic interests to inform planning, environments and interactions. Together, we will consider how recognising and responding […]

Nursery Open Session for new parents – Afternoon

Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, Northamptonshire

Looking for the right nursery place for your child?Come and experience Pen Green Nursery! Join us for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you and your child can explore our nurturing, stimulating spaces together. It’s the perfect chance to see how we support children’s learning, play, and wellbeing from 9 months to 4 years. […]

NPQ Online Information Session

Microsoft Teams

NPQ Information Session Are you considering taking the next step in your leadership journey? Join us for an online information session to find out more about the National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) we are planning to deliver in partnership with the National Institute of Teaching.

There the Dance Is: A Two-Part Webinar Series with Professor Sam Wass

Microsoft Teams

How do adults recognise when a child is ready to engage, beginning to drift, or becoming overwhelmed? In this two-part webinar series, Professor Sam Wass explores attention and regulation as shared, relational processes shaped through moment-by-moment interactions between children and adults. Drawing on developmental research and real-world early years practice, these sessions will consider how […]

Masters Degree Online Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Masters Degree - Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children) Online Information Session Thinking about taking the next step in your early years career? Join us online for an informal Masters Degree Information Session and find out how Pen Green’s postgraduate programme can support you to deepen your practice, develop your research […]

Level 6: BA (Hons) Top-Up Online Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Level 6 Qualification BA (Hons) Top-Up Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children) Online Information Session Do you have a Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification and 240 credits at Levels 4 and 5? Join us for an online information session to find out more about our Level 6 BA (Hons) Early Childhood […]

Lincolnshire Professional Development Day

Bishop Grosseteste University Longdales Road, Lincoln

Lincolnshire Early Years Professional Development Day Supporting the Foundations for Early Writing Join us for a reflective and practice-focused professional development day exploring the foundations of early writing in the Early Years. This event will consider how writing begins long before children pick up a pencil — rooted in relationships, communication, movement, play and meaningful […]

Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Thinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher? Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in partnership with the University of Greenwich. Launching this September, this innovative apprenticeship offers the opportunity to achieve a BA (Hons) Early Years with Early Years […]

Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Thinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher? Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in partnership with the University of Greenwich. Launching this September, this innovative apprenticeship offers the opportunity to achieve a BA (Hons) Early Years with Early Years […]

Early Years Career Development Open Event

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Take the Next Step in Your Early Years Career Whether you're looking to become an Early Years Teacher, develop your leadership, complete a degree or continue your professional learning, our Career Development Open Event is the perfect opportunity to explore your next step. Join us at Pen Green Research Base to discover the range of […]

Early Years Professional Development Open Evening

Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Early Years Professional Development Open Day Wednesday 19 August | 4.00–7.00pmPen Green Research, Development and Training Base, Corby It's not too late to apply for a 2026 start. Whether you're looking to become an Early Years Teacher, develop your leadership, gain a degree or continue your professional learning, join us at our Early Years Professional […]

How to Write Meaningful Observations

Microsoft Teams

How to Write Meaningful Observations Many practitioners tell us that observation, assessment, and planning can feel overwhelming — especially when there’s pressure to record learning rather than truly understand it. This online practice clinic, led by highly experienced nursery practitioners, is designed to help you slow down, think deeply, and make sense of what you […]

Childminder Speech and Language Network

Microsoft Teams

We’re excited to bring together childminders through our Speech, Language and SEND Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our funded 1:1 speech and language consultations and is designed specifically to support childminders in developing confidence in children’s speech, language and communication, including inclusive approaches […]

Schema and Maths Network

Microsoft Teams

This network explores how schema theory can support meaningful mathematical learning experiences for young children and how practitioners can use children's schematic interests to inform planning, environments and interactions. Together, we consider how recognising and responding to schemas can deepen children's engagement with mathematical concepts through play, movement, exploration and relationships. The aim of this […]

Speech and Language and SEND Support Network

Microsoft Teams

We’re excited to bring together practitioners through our Speech, Language and SEND Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our funded 1:1 speech and language consultations and is designed to support early years practitioners to develop their confidence in speech, language and communication, including supporting […]

Baby Room Network – Virtual Visit

Microsoft Teams

For our next Baby Room Network, we’ll be doing something a little different and taking a virtual visit into the Pen Green baby room. We’ll explore the environment together, sharing […]

West Northants Training Session – Reflective Leadership in Early Years Practice

The Forum Moat Lane, Towcester, England, United Kingdom

Reflective Leadership in Early Years Practice A collaborative leadership session from West Northamptonshire Council and the East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub Join us for a thoughtful and practical morning exploring reflective leadership in the early years sector. This session is designed to support leaders to strengthen self-evaluation, develop confident leadership practice, and create shared understanding […]

Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Information Session

Microsoft Teams

Thinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher? Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in partnership with the University of Greenwich. Starting in January 2027 this innovative apprenticeship offers the opportunity to achieve a BA (Hons) Early Years with Early […]

Childminder Speech and Language Network

Microsoft Teams

We’re excited to bring together childminders through our Speech, Language and SEND Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our funded 1:1 speech and language consultations and is designed specifically to support childminders in developing confidence in children’s speech, language and communication, including inclusive approaches […]