Are you thinking about applying for an Early Years Degree this year? Find out more about our Degree Courses at this undergraduate focused information session. This is the perfect opportunity […]
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. […]
📢 New Networking Opportunity: Ofsted Updates – Inspection & the Curriculum Network The East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub is delighted to continue our new network: Ofsted Updates – […]
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.
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 […]
Enhancing Outdoor Practice in the Early YearsProfessional Development Day for Early Years Practitioners Join us for an inspiring day of professional development dedicated to enriching outdoor learning in early years […]
Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes are accredited by the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), giving our trainees access to inspiring national training from experienced educators across the country (delivered […]
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 […]
Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes are accredited by the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), giving our trainees access to inspiring national training from experienced educators across the country (delivered […]
📢 New Networking Opportunity: Ofsted Updates – Inspection & the Curriculum Network The East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub is delighted to continue our new network: Ofsted Updates – […]
Join us for an inspiring Professional Development Day designed for early years educators. Explore key areas of practice that will develop your pedagogy and outcomes for children.
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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 […]
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 […]
Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes are accredited by the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), giving our trainees access to inspiring national training from experienced educators across the country (delivered […]
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.
📢 New Networking Opportunity: Outdoor Learning The East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub is delighted to launch our new network: Outdoor Learning, building on the success of our recent […]
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 […]
Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes are accredited by the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), giving our trainees access to inspiring national training from experienced educators across the country (delivered […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes are accredited by the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), giving our trainees access to inspiring national training from experienced educators across the country (delivered […]
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 […]
🌿 Outdoor Learning Network Taking Time to BE and Learn Outdoors The Outdoor Learning Network offers a welcoming space for early years professionals to engage in discussion, reflection, and shared […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ofsted Updates – Inspection & the Curriculum Network Join us for the next Ofsted Updates Network with Jude Simpson, designed for leaders and managers in early years settings, schools, and […]
Mobile devices are now a common part of everyday life for many young children. Recent research suggests that by the age of four, more than half of children have their own tablet, and many spend significant time using digital devices each day. In this webinar, researchers from the iKids Study will share emerging evidence about […]
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 […]
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.
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Are you passionate about early years education or curious to learn about the pioneering work at Pen Green? Join us for our Visitor Day at the Pen Green Centre for […]
Following the fantastic response to last year's webinar, we're delighted to welcome back Dr Mona Sakr and Dr Sara Bonetti for this interactive follow-up session. This webinar is designed for local authority […]
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 […]
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 […]
Relational Pedagogies: Trusting the Child and Knowing Yourself A Fully Funded East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Conference Join us for an inspiring day exploring how relationships, kindness, play and self-reflection can transform educational practice and strengthen outcomes for children. Bringing together two of the most influential voices in relational education, Dave Whitaker and […]
Join Jude Simpson, Senior His Majesty’s Inspector (SHMI), Ofsted, for our next Ofsted Network session. Following our previous session exploring curriculum under the renewed inspection framework, Jude will return to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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