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A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events

...A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events 7 Aug 2025 Children in Scotland has migrated Learning & events ticketing to a new platform. Monica Sellers explains the move Finding and using a ticketing platform for events and...


A Culture of Kindness to Prevent Bullying Behaviour

...be more than a message rolled out once a year during Anti-Bullying Week. Assemblies and awareness events can spark useful conversations, but on their own they are not enough. For kindness to truly make a difference, it must be embedded into...


Children (Care, Care Experience and Service Planning) (Scotland) Bill is underway

...learning offer We are delighted to offer a mix of online and in-person events Learn with us Free eLearning on The Promise New eLearning modules support pupil support staff to...


No Wrong Path: Children in Scotland staff share advice on SQA results day

...passion projects around my studies. This evolved into creating logos and posters for friends’ events during my uni years. As my portfolio developed, I started to pick up commissions and, as that snowballed, it eventually developed into a...


What Pupil Support Staff Said

...#KeepThePromise Pupil Support Staff Learning Programme, which consisted of a blend of in-person events, online practice sharing sessions and a series of eLearning modules. You can find out more about the programme and access the eLearning...


Working in the messiness – How can we make a step change in whole family support?

Children in Scotland celebrates progress in advocacy, membership and services

...2,600 children and young people, delivered training to more than 12,000 delegates, and hosted 60 events including a vibrant Annual Conference attended by over 450 professionals. It welcomed 57 new organisations and individuals into...


Unlocking potential: How public libraries help our children flourish

...user Libraries foster stronger family bonds through shared reading experiences and engaging events. They support parents and carers with valuable resources and a welcoming community network. Ultimately, libraries contribute to the overall...


Children in Scotland celebrates Carers Week

...Thursday, and mental health and wellbeing on Saturday. There are many ways to get involved, with events occurring all across the country including barbeques, wellbeing & mindfulness sessions, and informative lectures. Organisations and...


events team scoops three major awards following record-breaking year

... Recognition for learning and events programme as team scoops three major awards Children in Scotland’s Learning and events team won an unprecedented three awards at last night’s prestigious EventIt E Awards held at Edinburgh’s Assembly...

CPD events Learning training

Five highlights from Children in Scotland's Annual Conference 2025

...interacting with and praising it. A spotlight on self-care In planning the conference, our events team were dedicated to the idea that it be a safe, inclusive and comfortable space for all, both attendees and contributors. To that end,...


Creativity experiences with long-lasting impact

...includes one-to-one art therapy for primary aged children who are struggling with a range of life events and difficult emotions and need support with developing coping strategies and confidence. For older children, we have small group projects...


Plans to revoke under 22 bus passes is ‘stigmatising' young people, says Scottish Youth Parliament

...more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


From Colorado to South Lanarkshire: Reflections from a study visit

...outcomes for the children and families.  Working alongside colleagues in the Children in Scotland events team and with amazing support from the South Lanarkshire Education team -  special mention to Alex McLeod, Inclusion Officer - a plan and...


Free eLearning modules support pupil support staff to #KeepThePromise

...dedicated training dates, both online and in person, which began last November. Our in-person events have taken place across the country, with the final session taking place in Glasgow this Thursday. These events have been extremely valuable...


Exploring the third sector’s role in Children’s Services Planning

Seeking children and young people to change our world

...work around vaping and its effect on children and young people. Members also contribute to  events, particularly Children in Scotland’s Annual Conference. CoW members play a critical role in the delivery of the conference from co-chairing...


New report explores the role of our third sector participation in Children’s Services Planning

Bold voices breaking new ground: Our Spring issue of Insight is out now

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


Care experienced community invited to participate in National Theatre of Scotland’s listening project

...for more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Annual Conference 2025 Making Space for Voices: Join our Annual Conference in Glasgow on 28...


Strengthening support for Scotland’s children: What’s new in learning and membership for 2025

... Membership for organisations with an annual income of under £50,000 Member Learning programme events and Voices Forum meetings (free for Members) 11 eLearning modules Participation and Engagement Guidelines (linking to an eLearning...


Artwork by young Scottish artists to be showcased in Scotland’s National gallery

...for more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Annual Conference 2025 Making Space for Voices: Join our Annual Conference in Glasgow on 28...


Keeping the Promise in 2025

...young people and pupil support staff, the learning programme launched in November 2024 with live events running until May 2025. Aimed at pupil support staff and free to access, the learning programme consists of: Four in-person events: Dundee...


Dispelling the myths of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


Barnardo’s issue a plea for new adopters in Scotland

...for more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Annual Conference 2025 Making Space for Voices: Join our Annual Conference in Glasgow on 28...


A new framework tracks progress towards keeping the promise

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Our services We offer a range of services that provide support, advice and representation...


10 achievements, highlights and special moments of 2024

...and residentials, professional diplomas and online webinars, our amazing Learning & events team hosted 30 external training events in 2024. From helping the sector better understand UNCRC incorporation to exploring executive function...


Booking opens for unique online Learning Week

...some of the biggest challenges currently facing the children’s sector. The week-long series of events will take place from Monday 22 March to Friday 26 March offering five days of sharing, learning and connecting. Karin McKenny, Learning and...

CPD events learning week training

To support children in the fight against this virus, we need your voices, knowledge and expertise

...families, so our learning programme is temporarily moving online. We’ve converted many of our events into webinars and will be launching a special guide to the full range of these learning opportunities next month. A new series of webinars led...

engagement events Learning membership network

Changes to our learning programme announced

...including the launch of a new webinar series. Click here to access all of our forthcoming events Learning & events Manager Karin Mckenny said: "Firstly, thanks for all your support and understanding around the uncertainty around our...

Covid-19 events training webinars

The Promise events 24-25

... Learning Training & events #KeepThePromise Pupil Support Staff eLearning modules: three-part series Improving support for care experienced learners in schools Module 1 – Understanding care experience and the role of...


Free cycling events for families

... Magazine / UCI Cycling World Championships 2023: events programme gets underway with free activities for children and families Posted 04.08.23 by Alice Hinds cycling Cycling Scotland events health and...

cycling Cycling Scotland events health and wellbeing

Training & events

... Learning Training & events Children’s Rights and the UNCRC 11 Sept 2025 | explore the Scottish context Learn more & buy tickets Child Protection Lead Top-up your child protection training...


Children in Scotland events: Inclusive language guidance for trainers

... Children in Scotland events: Inclusive language guidance for trainers This page offers a short guide to inclusive language. We acknowledge that language and its usage is constantly evolving but want to ensure that our learning experiences are...


25/11/25 | Networking Event 2025

... Learning Training & events Networking Event Tuesday, 25 November 2025 6pm - 8pm | Edinburgh This free event, supported by Clearcare, is one of the flagship networking events in the children sector. It’s an evening for...


Annual Conference 2026

...land. Want to start talking about getting involved sooner or have questions? Drop us an email to events@childreninscotland.org.uk  Please see this page to review our terms and conditions as well as, accessibility, copyright and data sharing,...


09-10/10/25 | Person-centred approaches to supporting children and young people

... Learning Training & events Person-centred approaches to supporting children and young people Thursday 9 October - Friday 10 October 2025 Glasgow, Scotland This residential provides a foundational understanding of person-centred...


23/09/25 | What’s child’s play got to do with it: a play theory of change

... Learning Training & events What’s child’s play got to do with it: a play theory of change Tuesday 23 September 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Consider practical steps that can improve children’s play opportunities...


26/06/25 | Changing our World: equality and inclusion for children and young people

... Learning Training & events Changing our World: equality and inclusion for children and young people Tuesday, 26 June 2025 11am - 2pm | St Columba's by the Castle, 14 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2PW Join Changing our World...


Online Hub - Mental Health Conference 2023

...including: discounted rates on our open training programme, exclusive free networking and training events, access to our biannual members publication Insight, and many more. Click here to find out more about becoming a member Discover further...


Commissioned training - Child protection

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Child protection lead training Only have a couple of leads/managers to train? Book them onto our...


Commissioned training - Children's Rights and the UNCRC

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Participation with young people Learn more about the practice of meaningful participation and...


Commissioned training - popular themes

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Testimonials What delegates have said:“Lovely engaging trainer, Nicola was clear and supportive, as well...


Commissioned Training

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Membership benefit Joining Children in Scotland in membership can enhance your learning opportunities and help...


AC25 Partner - Double Tree

...rooms the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow is the ideal venue for conferences, meetings and events from 10 to 1,500 guests. Contact details: Terry McBeth – Director of MICE Sales & Marketing 0141 626...


Insight – Issue 7

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


11/03/26 | Children's Rights and the UNCRC

... Learning Training & events Children's Rights and the UNCRC Wednesday, 11 March 2026 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Learn about children’s rights and how the UNCRC supports best practice in the workplace. This training is for...


11/09/25 | Children's Rights and the UNCRC

... Learning Training & events Children’s Rights and the UNCRC Thursday, 11 Sept 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Learn about children’s rights and how the UNCRC supports best practice in the workplace. This training is for...


09/10/25 | Embedding children and young people’s voices in your organisation

... Learning Training & events Embedding children and young people’s voices in your organisation Thursday 9 October, 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Embedding children and young people's voices in your organisation. Non-Members...


Voices Forum

... Learning Training & events Voices Forum Children in Scotland's Additional Support for Learning Policy Briefing Tuesday, 30 September 2025 10am - 12pm | Children in Scotland offices This Voices Forum session will explore...


11/11/25 | Strategic Planning

... Learning Training & events Strategic planning: Making the right decisions during difficult economic times Tuesday, 11 November 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Enhance your understanding of good strategic planning in tough...


AC25 - Sponsors

...rooms the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow is the ideal venue for conferences, meetings and events from 10 to 1,500 guests. Contact details: Terry McBeth – Director of MICE Sales & Marketing 0141 626...


AC25 - workshops

...with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) are often excluded from mainstream events because they communicate in their own way. This session will tackle the issue of inclusive events and share practical ways of encouraging...


#AndSheCycles Festival 2023: Everything you need to know

...funding for essential equipment Posted 15.06.23 by Alice Hinds active travel bikes cycling events Launched as part of Scotland’s annual #AndSheCycles Festival, running from 17-25 June, groups, schools and charities can now apply for...

active travel bikes cycling events


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A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events

...A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events 7 Aug 2025 Children in Scotland has migrated Learning & events ticketing to a new platform. Monica Sellers explains the move Finding and using a ticketing platform for events and...


A Culture of Kindness to Prevent Bullying Behaviour

...be more than a message rolled out once a year during Anti-Bullying Week. Assemblies and awareness events can spark useful conversations, but on their own they are not enough. For kindness to truly make a difference, it must be embedded into...


Children (Care, Care Experience and Service Planning) (Scotland) Bill is underway

...learning offer We are delighted to offer a mix of online and in-person events Learn with us Free eLearning on The Promise New eLearning modules support pupil support staff to...


No Wrong Path: Children in Scotland staff share advice on SQA results day

...passion projects around my studies. This evolved into creating logos and posters for friends’ events during my uni years. As my portfolio developed, I started to pick up commissions and, as that snowballed, it eventually developed into a...


What Pupil Support Staff Said

...#KeepThePromise Pupil Support Staff Learning Programme, which consisted of a blend of in-person events, online practice sharing sessions and a series of eLearning modules. You can find out more about the programme and access the eLearning...


Working in the messiness – How can we make a step change in whole family support?

Children in Scotland celebrates progress in advocacy, membership and services

...2,600 children and young people, delivered training to more than 12,000 delegates, and hosted 60 events including a vibrant Annual Conference attended by over 450 professionals. It welcomed 57 new organisations and individuals into...


Unlocking potential: How public libraries help our children flourish

...user Libraries foster stronger family bonds through shared reading experiences and engaging events. They support parents and carers with valuable resources and a welcoming community network. Ultimately, libraries contribute to the overall...


Children in Scotland celebrates Carers Week

...Thursday, and mental health and wellbeing on Saturday. There are many ways to get involved, with events occurring all across the country including barbeques, wellbeing & mindfulness sessions, and informative lectures. Organisations and...


events team scoops three major awards following record-breaking year

... Recognition for learning and events programme as team scoops three major awards Children in Scotland’s Learning and events team won an unprecedented three awards at last night’s prestigious EventIt E Awards held at Edinburgh’s Assembly...

CPD events Learning training

Five highlights from Children in Scotland's Annual Conference 2025

...interacting with and praising it. A spotlight on self-care In planning the conference, our events team were dedicated to the idea that it be a safe, inclusive and comfortable space for all, both attendees and contributors. To that end,...


Creativity experiences with long-lasting impact

...includes one-to-one art therapy for primary aged children who are struggling with a range of life events and difficult emotions and need support with developing coping strategies and confidence. For older children, we have small group projects...


Plans to revoke under 22 bus passes is ‘stigmatising' young people, says Scottish Youth Parliament

...more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


From Colorado to South Lanarkshire: Reflections from a study visit

...outcomes for the children and families.  Working alongside colleagues in the Children in Scotland events team and with amazing support from the South Lanarkshire Education team -  special mention to Alex McLeod, Inclusion Officer - a plan and...


Free eLearning modules support pupil support staff to #KeepThePromise

...dedicated training dates, both online and in person, which began last November. Our in-person events have taken place across the country, with the final session taking place in Glasgow this Thursday. These events have been extremely valuable...


Exploring the third sector’s role in Children’s Services Planning

Seeking children and young people to change our world

...work around vaping and its effect on children and young people. Members also contribute to  events, particularly Children in Scotland’s Annual Conference. CoW members play a critical role in the delivery of the conference from co-chairing...


New report explores the role of our third sector participation in Children’s Services Planning

Bold voices breaking new ground: Our Spring issue of Insight is out now

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


Care experienced community invited to participate in National Theatre of Scotland’s listening project

...for more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Annual Conference 2025 Making Space for Voices: Join our Annual Conference in Glasgow on 28...


Strengthening support for Scotland’s children: What’s new in learning and membership for 2025

... Membership for organisations with an annual income of under £50,000 Member Learning programme events and Voices Forum meetings (free for Members) 11 eLearning modules Participation and Engagement Guidelines (linking to an eLearning...


Artwork by young Scottish artists to be showcased in Scotland’s National gallery

...for more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Annual Conference 2025 Making Space for Voices: Join our Annual Conference in Glasgow on 28...


Keeping the Promise in 2025

...young people and pupil support staff, the learning programme launched in November 2024 with live events running until May 2025. Aimed at pupil support staff and free to access, the learning programme consists of: Four in-person events: Dundee...


Dispelling the myths of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


Barnardo’s issue a plea for new adopters in Scotland

...for more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Annual Conference 2025 Making Space for Voices: Join our Annual Conference in Glasgow on 28...


A new framework tracks progress towards keeping the promise

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Our services We offer a range of services that provide support, advice and representation...


10 achievements, highlights and special moments of 2024

...and residentials, professional diplomas and online webinars, our amazing Learning & events team hosted 30 external training events in 2024. From helping the sector better understand UNCRC incorporation to exploring executive function...


Booking opens for unique online Learning Week

...some of the biggest challenges currently facing the children’s sector. The week-long series of events will take place from Monday 22 March to Friday 26 March offering five days of sharing, learning and connecting. Karin McKenny, Learning and...

CPD events learning week training

To support children in the fight against this virus, we need your voices, knowledge and expertise

...families, so our learning programme is temporarily moving online. We’ve converted many of our events into webinars and will be launching a special guide to the full range of these learning opportunities next month. A new series of webinars led...

engagement events Learning membership network

Changes to our learning programme announced

...including the launch of a new webinar series. Click here to access all of our forthcoming events Learning & events Manager Karin Mckenny said: "Firstly, thanks for all your support and understanding around the uncertainty around our...

Covid-19 events training webinars


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The Promise events 24-25

... Learning Training & events #KeepThePromise Pupil Support Staff eLearning modules: three-part series Improving support for care experienced learners in schools Module 1 – Understanding care experience and the role of...


Training & events

... Learning Training & events Children’s Rights and the UNCRC 11 Sept 2025 | explore the Scottish context Learn more & buy tickets Child Protection Lead Top-up your child protection training...


Children in Scotland events: Inclusive language guidance for trainers

... Children in Scotland events: Inclusive language guidance for trainers This page offers a short guide to inclusive language. We acknowledge that language and its usage is constantly evolving but want to ensure that our learning experiences are...


25/11/25 | Networking Event 2025

... Learning Training & events Networking Event Tuesday, 25 November 2025 6pm - 8pm | Edinburgh This free event, supported by Clearcare, is one of the flagship networking events in the children sector. It’s an evening for...


Annual Conference 2026

...land. Want to start talking about getting involved sooner or have questions? Drop us an email to events@childreninscotland.org.uk  Please see this page to review our terms and conditions as well as, accessibility, copyright and data sharing,...


09-10/10/25 | Person-centred approaches to supporting children and young people

... Learning Training & events Person-centred approaches to supporting children and young people Thursday 9 October - Friday 10 October 2025 Glasgow, Scotland This residential provides a foundational understanding of person-centred...


23/09/25 | What’s child’s play got to do with it: a play theory of change

... Learning Training & events What’s child’s play got to do with it: a play theory of change Tuesday 23 September 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Consider practical steps that can improve children’s play opportunities...


26/06/25 | Changing our World: equality and inclusion for children and young people

... Learning Training & events Changing our World: equality and inclusion for children and young people Tuesday, 26 June 2025 11am - 2pm | St Columba's by the Castle, 14 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2PW Join Changing our World...


Online Hub - Mental Health Conference 2023

...including: discounted rates on our open training programme, exclusive free networking and training events, access to our biannual members publication Insight, and many more. Click here to find out more about becoming a member Discover further...


Commissioned training - Child protection

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Child protection lead training Only have a couple of leads/managers to train? Book them onto our...


Commissioned training - Children's Rights and the UNCRC

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Participation with young people Learn more about the practice of meaningful participation and...


Commissioned training - popular themes

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Testimonials What delegates have said:“Lovely engaging trainer, Nicola was clear and supportive, as well...


Commissioned Training

...more information or to have an initial discussion about commissioned training, please email events@childreninscotland.org.uk Membership benefit Joining Children in Scotland in membership can enhance your learning opportunities and help...


AC25 Partner - Double Tree

...rooms the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow is the ideal venue for conferences, meetings and events from 10 to 1,500 guests. Contact details: Terry McBeth – Director of MICE Sales & Marketing 0141 626...


11/03/26 | Children's Rights and the UNCRC

... Learning Training & events Children's Rights and the UNCRC Wednesday, 11 March 2026 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Learn about children’s rights and how the UNCRC supports best practice in the workplace. This training is for...


11/09/25 | Children's Rights and the UNCRC

... Learning Training & events Children’s Rights and the UNCRC Thursday, 11 Sept 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Learn about children’s rights and how the UNCRC supports best practice in the workplace. This training is for...


09/10/25 | Embedding children and young people’s voices in your organisation

... Learning Training & events Embedding children and young people’s voices in your organisation Thursday 9 October, 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Embedding children and young people's voices in your organisation. Non-Members...


Voices Forum

... Learning Training & events Voices Forum Children in Scotland's Additional Support for Learning Policy Briefing Tuesday, 30 September 2025 10am - 12pm | Children in Scotland offices This Voices Forum session will explore...


11/11/25 | Strategic Planning

... Learning Training & events Strategic planning: Making the right decisions during difficult economic times Tuesday, 11 November 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Enhance your understanding of good strategic planning in tough...


AC25 - Sponsors

...rooms the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow is the ideal venue for conferences, meetings and events from 10 to 1,500 guests. Contact details: Terry McBeth – Director of MICE Sales & Marketing 0141 626...


AC25 - workshops

...with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) are often excluded from mainstream events because they communicate in their own way. This session will tackle the issue of inclusive events and share practical ways of encouraging...



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Free cycling events for families
post

... Magazine / UCI Cycling World Championships 2023: events programme gets underway with free activities for children and families Posted 04.08.23 by Alice Hinds cycling Cycling Scotland events health and...

cycling Cycling Scotland events health and wellbeing

Insight – Issue 7
post

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out...


#AndSheCycles Festival 2023: Everything you need to know
post

...funding for essential equipment Posted 15.06.23 by Alice Hinds active travel bikes cycling events Launched as part of Scotland’s annual #AndSheCycles Festival, running from 17-25 June, groups, schools and charities can now apply for...

active travel bikes cycling events