Tameside, December 2009 (Option
1)
'[the activities book is] very good, makes you
reflect on current practice and how you can develop
practice.'
Participant
‘[I’ve learnt] to value parents’ knowledge of
their children.'
Participant
Tameside, November
2009 (Option 1)
'Very thought-provoking and inspiring
materials supported by relevant research.'
Children's Centre Teacher
‘Thank you Carol – it was a great day –
something we needed many years ago. I will take everything I have
learnt today and add to our SENCO induction training and Transition
Without Tears when covering partnerships with
parents.'
Area SENCO Team Leader
Peterborough, November 2009 (Option
1)
'[I’ve learnt] that one size doesn't fit all
and we need to offer a range of opportunities.'
Participant
Suffolk, November
2009 (Option 1)
'Practical ideas in the DVD
shown. Good activities to draw on others’ experiences. Very
valuable day, lots of ideas to take away.'
Reception Class Teacher
‘[I’ve learnt] to find time to
communicate.'
Participant
‘[I’ve learnt] how to encourage less
confident parents.'
Reception Class Teacher
‘[Now I need to find out about]
developing home visits to fit in with our setting and
parents.'
Participant
'[I’ve learnt] to continue to fly the
flag for working in partnership: the child is
central.'
Participant
Gloucestershire, November 2009 (Option
2)
'All of it has been useful – delivering a
session was the most scary! But I do now feel more confident with
the materials.'
Senior EY Consultant
'Some of the most comprehensive and useful and
manageable training that I have ever done – I found it
inspiring.'
Curriculum Lead in Children's Centre
'Very enjoyable – Have attended many many days
of training and this is one of the best.'
Early Years Officer
'Really enjoyed the two days and feel
confident about training due to clear and concise teaching.'
Teacher
Sefton,
November 2009 (Option 1)
'I’d like to go on
with the accreditation and build a strong relationship with parents
in my setting.'
Participant
[Answer to ‘How do you expect this training
will affect your work in future?’] ‘Maybe reconsider home visits or
encouraging parents into the setting more.'
Participant
Kent,
November 2009 (Option 2)
[Answer to ‘Did the day
meet the stated aims and objectives?] ‘Yes – and more! Met all my
aims and really gave me an insight into so many aspects of my
work.’
Children's Worker
‘Very good two days, lots to take back to my
setting. Will do carousel activity with team.'
Creche Supervisor and Development Worker
‘Very enjoyable and will look at how to
involve parents in our setting taking on board that they need to be
involved in decision making about what they want for themselves and
their children.’
Practitioner in Early Years Setting
Suffolk, October 2009
(Option 1)
'I liked the variety of training
methods and approach/style of trainer.’
Advice Liaison Teacher (Traveller
Achievement Service)
‘Excellent constructive activities that
really made me question my thoughts and views.'
Teacher
‘[The most useful session was the]
Parent/practitioner Carousel exercise. Helped me to understand many
directions parents are coming from.’
Early Years Support Teacher for Inclusion
‘[The most useful session was] the
planning activity at the end: it made me think about my own setting
in detail.’
Play and Admin Assistant
‘The Carousel activity made me
reflect on the way I talk to people.’
Community Nursery Nurse – Health Visiting
‘[The most useful session was] Session
6, Involvement at the Heart of Practice. In-depth discussion with
colleagues and a good way to ‘challenge’ attitudes. Activities book
raised lots of questions and useful information to use on
training.’
Teacher for EAL (Primary)
‘The Activities book would be useful for
staff to use when completing Ofsted SEF.’
Participant
‘[the day met the stated aims and
objectives] more than I knew it would. At start felt it was likely
to be used for pre-school/Day Care but realised it can be adjusted
for Children’s Centres.’
Senior Practitioner
‘I’ve learnt just how important parents
are.’
Participant
‘Now I want to discuss with my
manager/team how we can put together a plan for transition to
primary school programme.’
Participant
'The trainer was friendly – good at putting
everyone at their ease. Very good summing up at each stage which
was particularly helpful.’
Participant
‘Activities book: very useful to have it
before the start of the course. Able to reflect on practice.’
Participant
‘[The most useful session was] watching the
dvd and using ideas to develop within my setting. Also the carousel
made me consider the jargon I use.’
Deputy Nursery Manager
Lambeth, October 2009
(Option 1)
'[Now I want to know about] Next
stage/course – becoming a trainer.’
Participant
‘[The most useful session was] Repectful
Relationships – valuing difference.’
Childminder
Suffolk, September
2009 (Option 1)
'[Now I want to] make the centre
more welcoming for different cultures.'
Participant
‘[The trainer met the needs of the group] very
well, Joanna gave us time to think and explain thoughts and
answers.'
Portage worker
‘I’d like to see a shorter but similar session
rolled out to parents.'
Families Information Officer
‘There was a good range of activities – a
balance between listening and doing.'
Early Years Foundation Stage Support Teacher
(Inclusion)
‘I thought Jackie [sic] was a fantastic
trainer. Jackie was very aware of what each individual’s aim and
goals for the session and made sure she reflected on these
throughout the session. She remembered names and made us all feel
very welcome.'
Children’s Centre Family Support Worker
‘Good day – re-affirming what we already know
but which we forget!'
Acting Manager
Suffolk, August 2009 (Option
1)
'[the trainer] engaged each person
individually. Good pace in spite of being quite a full day -
still time to give own ideas - felt heard.'
Parent Support Advisor
Suffolk, July 2009 (Option
1)
'[the carousel session] helped me see both sides and
how it feels and how words can mean different things...'
First Steps to Play Worker
'Hard work - not what I expected - but very useful and presented
in an enjoyable manner.'
Participant
Jersey, July 2009 (Option
1)
'I really enjoyed the day and [it] gave me more
enthusiasm to continue with the City and Guilds "work with
parents".'
Nursery Officer
Gloucestershire, June 2009 (Option
2)
'A very enjoyable day and great use of
time...Looking forward to seeing how we can move forward in
Gloucestershire to support the childminding sector, meet the needs
of children and families effectively and help meet EYFS
requirements.'
Early Years Officer
Denbighshire, June 2009 (Option
1)
'Fantastic resource pack and activites - hope to do
more PEAL training.'
Nursery Assistant
'[now I want to] ensure that myself and everyone else puts the
info into good practice!'
Participant
'Covered all objectives and showed the importance of parent and
practitioner interaction.'
Participant
Sefton, April 2009 (Option
1)
'[The] training reminded me that everyone is an
individual and we all interpret things differently. Important
to listen and value contributions.'
Participant