Thursday 05 September 2019
The States Early Years Team in partnership with the Early Years Team at the College of Further Education is holding its biennial one day conference; A Joyous Childhood, on Saturday 7th September at the Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts.
They will be welcoming delegates from across the Bailiwick and from Jersey and the Isle of Man.
Leading professionals working with or with an interest in the early years sector and child development have been invited to attend to take part and share in a range of discussions and workshops.
Anyone still interested in attending the event can book one of the last remaining tickets by contacting the States Early Years Team directly.
Keynote speaker at the event Professor Dr. Ferre Laevers is a world-renowned early years education expert, author and presenter. Professor Dr. Laevers is currently director of the Research Centre for Experiential Education based at the University of Leuven and former President-elect of the European Early Childhood Education Research Association. Most of his work is linked to the innovative 'Experiential Education' project (EXE) of which he was the founding father, more than 35 years ago.
In addition to the keynote presentations, workshops sessions are on offer from; Helen Moylett, Independent early years consultant and writer, Pete Moorhouse, early years creative consultant and artist educator, Jude Twani, Associate Curriculum Consultant for Early Excellence, Phil Armstrong, Head of Regional Development South & London for Early Excellence and Menna Godfrey, Early years teacher, trainer and consultant.
A further information session is on offer throughout the day in Les Ozouets Campus Hall with a range of partner services from across the States of Guernsey, Private and third sector teams who are sharing their work and showcasing the collaborative approach to delivering high quality services for young children in the Bailiwick.
Ruth Sharp, Lead Education Officer Early Years said;
'I am delighted that we were able to secure an additional allocation of tickets as interest in the event grew. Thanks to our main sponsors Bright Futures and Every Child Our Future in helping us to offer tickets at an affordable price and to keep the event cost neutral. The States Early Years Team and the College of Further Education (Early Years) are delighted to be welcoming such an inspirational range of speakers and professionals to our island. We are very excited and looking forward to welcoming all our delegates and partners to share this wonderful opportunity.'
