Peterborough, March 2009 (Option
1)
'Was good to prepare with booklet beforehand, gave
me an idea of what the course would involve.'
Deputy Manager
Cornwall, June and October 2008 and
February 2009 (Option 2)
'The training met all the
objectives well - highlighting and reflecting the important role of
parents.'
Participant
'[I have learnt that] small steps are better than no
steps.'
Participant
'Thanks to you both for a really well delivered training
package. You have made it all seem possible!'
Children's Centre Teacher
London (Open Session), February 2009
(Option 1)
'[Now I want to] get partnership with
parents embedded in reception classes and beyond.'
Participant
'[Now I want to] explore new ways of getting parents
involved.'
Participant
Hillingdon, January 2009 (Option
1)
'[Now I want to] reflect with parents on our
partnership.'
Participant
'Training was delivered very well by the trainers. I think
objectives were very well met and more.'
Participant
Southwark, November 2008 and January 2009
(Option 1)
'Really enjoyed this session want to do so
much more...(am) determined.'
Acting Centre Manager
'[the trainer] included everyone and lots of discussion,
opportunity to share opinions - very interactive.'
Early Years Consultant
'[the trainer was] very interactive, engaged with individuals
style of learning.'
Quality Improvement Officer
Sandwell, September,October and November
2008 (special commissioned Option 2)
'The practice
sessions [were most useful] as it helped me think about how we
would deliver.'
Community Development Coordinator
'Days were well balanced with a mix of activities.'
Participant
'[The day was] confidence building.'
Participant
'[The trainer met the groups' needs] well, [using] lots of
different learning styles.'
Deputy Manager
Birmingham, October 2008 (Option
1)
'[I have learnt] to listen more to parents to
empower them.'
Participant
'[The session I found most useful was] the communication
activity, because I have low self-confidence talking to parents and
after a couple of switches I felt more comfortable.'
Nursery Assistant
Sefton, May and October 2008 (Option
1)
'Made me feel that if it works positively in other
settings, we can do it!'
Participant
'PEAL is very accessible and highly useful pargramme with strong
links to other areas e.g. transitions.'
Participant
'Sharing Experience [most useful session] gave me endless ideas
to use with parents and children.'
Family Development Worker
Northamptonshire, September 2008 (special
commissioned Option 2)
'[The trainer met the groups'
needs] very well - contributions [were] valued and
acknowledged.'
Foundation Stage Advisor
Belfast, June 2008 (specially
commissioned Option 2)
'This was a great practical
programme - just what we have been waiting for!'
Sure Start Manager
'The trainers were brilliant - handled all situations and
comments. Positive people who gave us energy until the last
minute!'
Participant
'Very well presented - it did what it said on the can!'
Surestart Coordinator
'I found all the sessions really useful. I felt teh
activity booklet was an excellent tool for evaluating my/my
setting's practice as well as reflecting on my values/attitudes and
challenging the time I give to parents voicing their views.'
Family Support Worker
Durham, June 2008
(Option1)
'Training fired my imagination and enthusiasm
again.'
Participant
Lewisham, April 2008 (Option
1)
'[Now I want to] look at current provision and
increase opportunities to work with parents.'
Participant
Hull, April 2008 (Option
1)
'Very informative and motivating course.'
Assistant Head