1. Service Children Support Network
Annual Conference
‘Service Children in the Early Years’
Thursday 10th
October 2013, 9.30 – 16.00
Heatherden Hall, Pinewood Studios, SL0 0NH

2. This one-day National Conference will focus on our youngest Service
Children (birth – 7 years) and their families. It will focus on:
The perspectives of parents.
Early childhood development and well-being and the implications for
Service Children.
Supporting Service Children within the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Developing an understanding of the impact of loss and grief on young
children.
Share good early years practice.
Examine how early years practitioners, schools, settings, local authorities
and other professionals can support them effectively at times of
transition and separation.
The Presenters include:
Dr Janet Rose – Senior Lecturer in Early Years Bath Spa University
Heather Stack – 0 – 25 SENEducation Consultant
Lucy Scott – Education and Childcare Advisor Army Families Federation
Child Bereavement UK
Defence Medical Welfare Centre
Plus the perspectives of parents and practitioners
The event will be of particular interest to:
Early Years teachers and practitioners
Professionals from education, psychology, health and social care
Researchers working within the fields of education, psychology, health
and social care

3. Local Authority Advisers and Consultants Military Charities and Welfare
Organisations
Anyone dedicated to high-quality provision for Service children and
families in the UK
Booking Details
Student places – limited availability £65
Early Bird – booked by 31st
May 2013 £99
Conference place – booked by 20th
September 2013 £125

4. Booking Form
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Terms and Conditions
Payment required with booking - Fees are not refundable.