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

...out 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

...and her colleague, Professor Tricia Strickland, rallied students at varies stages in the teacher training program to join a study visit to Scotland.  In March 2025, with a full plan and program in place we welcomed Amy, Tricia and six very...


Free eLearning modules support pupil support staff to #KeepThePromise

...would benefit their professional development. Since then, we have delivered a range of accessible training, including our recently launched free eLearning modules. The modules are designed to build knowledge of The Promise, as well as...


From 'artivism' to action: How young people are empowered to make a positive difference this Earth Day

...to provide quality climate change education in their settings. Schools can apply to receive training and advice directly from the Learning through Landscapes team on how to develop a whole-school approach to climate change. The final round...


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...


A vision for a fully inclusive Scotland

...who are receiving Additional Support for Learning. That’s why we’re also developing a digital training programme, so we can reach out to schools, out-of-school care providers, and sports and leisure providers to help everyone deliver inclusive...


Wellbeing in the workplace – can training help promote self-care?

...Wellbeing in the workplace – can training help promote self-care? 7 Nov 2024 In both our professional and personal lives, we spend a lot of time thinking about and caring for others – so much so, it can be hard to prioritise our own...


Looking to upskill your staff? Discover how commissioned training is helping charities across Scotland

... Looking to upskill your staff? Discover how commissioned training is helping charities across Scotland For charities, organisations and practitioners working with children and young people, it is important to continually develop new skills,...


A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics of successful relationships

... A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics underpinning successful relationships 8 Aug 2023 Children in Scotland has launched new dates for the popular three-day training course, the Dynamics of Relationship-Based...


training & Events

... Learning training & Events Suicide Prevention Participation Network 12 June 2025 | Meeting #13 Register now Child Protection Lead Top-up your child protection training in 2025 -...


Children’s sector reacts to Audit Scotland’s ASL report

...report provides further evidence about the urgent need for action for more support, specialist training and consistency in schools to identify and support children and young people with additional support needs in Scottish schools.” She...


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

...here 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...


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

...will continue to get discounts on any of our open Learning Programme events, commissioned training, consultancy, and advertising offerings.   Our new Learning Programme One of the big changes for members this year is our...


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

...here 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...


Keeping the Promise in 2025

Dispelling the myths of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

...on the symptoms and impact of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is plain to see. Ahead of a training session on Thursday 6 February, which will offer practical strategies for professionals working with children and young people, Barbara...


Barnardo’s issue a plea for new adopters in Scotland

...here 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...


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...


10 achievements, highlights and special moments of 2024

...the children's sector, bringing together members for networking opportunities, providing quality training on a range of topics, and working directly with children and young people to ensure their voices and views are heard. As we prepare to...


Primary pupils encouraged to submit jokes for the 2025 VoiceBox Competition

...28 and 29 May 2025 Find out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Read more like this Check out our blog for more commentary, membership news and more! Click...


Exploring UNCRC through a queer lens

...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...


Children in Scotland welcomes Scottish Government decision to end the two-child benefit cap

...the proposed £29million fund for an Additional Support Needs (ASN) plan, which would provide training for more teachers, is another welcomed move. Having been campaigning for the two-child limit to be scrapped for many years, particularly...


Making Sense of Scotland – a creative approach to engaging young people with their heritage

...28 and 29 May 2025 Find out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Creating Hope Togeher Find out more about the work of the Suicide Prevention Youth Advisory...


Holyrood Committee calls on the Scottish Government to prioritise three-year-funding cycles for the third sector

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Creating Hope Togeher Find out more about the work of the Suicide Prevention...


The Yard announces major expansion plan

...from November, with the administrative team managing school outreach work, family support and training from the charity’s office space in the Wellgate Centre. The Yard Learn more about the work of the Scottish...


Celebrating Connection and Community: Befriending Week 2024

...to help all our constituents, regardless of their financial situation. In my role, I develop training courses, events, and materials to support staff development, good governance, and best practices within befriending (click here for more). I...


Booking opens for unique online Learning Week

...for some time yet, we have had to be innovative in how we continue to provide top-class learning, training and CPD. "The result is our Learning Week which we hope strikes the balance of providing the quality event we would usually be delivering in...

CPD events learning week training

Changes to our learning programme announced

...around the uncertainty around our learning programme. On average, 5,000 of you attend our training every year, so you can imagine the challenge this is presenting to my lovely team. However, we’re the ‘in-house events team of the year...

Covid-19 events training webinars

Events team scoops three major awards following record-breaking year
CPD events Learning training

Commissioned training - Child protection

... Learning Commissioned training Commissioned training - Child protection Child protection, safeguarding, and getting it right for every child. Our child protection training - tailored to your needs While the core documents and...


Commissioned training - Children's Rights and the UNCRC

... Learning Commissioned training Commissioned training - Children's Rights and the UNCRC training Bridging Policy and Practice: Bespoke rights training tailored to your organisation’s needs: when, where, and how you want...


Commissioned training - popular themes

... Learning Commissioned training Commissioned training - popular themes Frequently requested training themes include Child protection Our trainers can provide comprehensive manager level, introductory or refresher training tailored...


RNLI launches 2022 water safety training programme

... Credit: RNLI/Claire Thomson Magazine / News: RNLI launches programme of water safety training for children Posted 19 July, 2022 by Nina Joynson child safety swimming The RNLI has opened its summer...

child safety swimming

Call 12: Support our pupils and teachers: embed understanding of ASN in initial teacher training and ongoing development

... Call 12: Support our pupils and teachers: embed understanding of ASN in initial teacher training and ongoing development By Charlene Tait We want to see every child in Scotland reach their potential. The presumption of mainstreaming...


Consultation response: A STEM education and training strategy for Scotland (January 2017)

...in Scotland responded to The Scottish Government is consultation on a new STEM Education and training Strategy for...


Commissioned training

... Learning Commissioned training Finding a solution to your training needs Why commission training from us? If you have a training need that you need a solution to, we want to hear from you. We work directly with you to assess your...


Child Protection Lead training

... Learning training & Events Child Protection Lead training Multiple dates 10am - 3pm | Online/Zoom Overview of child protection lead roles and responsibilities in Scotland. For those who oversee a team working with children &...


NTSG: upcoming training

... Upcoming training 2019 23 October – Improving Strategic Engagement with children and young people in Children’s Services Planning: Session 2 (in partnership with the Children and Young People Improvement Collaborative) CLOSED...


In-house training: long-term learning

... In-house training: long-term learning Take staff learning and development off your mind and let us handle everything. We can help you develop a long-term training programme to continue to build the knowledge, skills and confidence of your...


Commissioned training: key facts

... Commissioned training: key facts Commissioned training events are tailored to your needs: The session is developed to suit your particular objectives and requirements. You will have time to speak to the trainer in advance to discuss your...


In-house training

... In-house training Do you have some specific learning needs that could be met in a more tailored way? Have you seen something in our Learning Guide but it’s not quite right for your organisation? We can help! Our Learning & Events team...


Children’s Views Project Officer

...to join our team as a part of a new, collaborative project specifically aimed at delivering training and developing resources for education professionals supporting children with complex additional support needs. Diversity Children in...


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

...you will have access to our full range of member benefits 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...


AC 25 Sponsor - Kibble

...this, we provide a wide range of services spanning residential care, education, employability and training, secure care, fostering and adoption services, housing support, and therapeutic support and interventions. In addition, we also operate a...


Insight – Issue 7

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


20/08/25 Redefining masculinity

... Learning training & Events Redefining Strength: cultivating healthy masculinity in the digital age Wednesday, 20 August 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Increase your confidence in promoting healthy masculinity, creating...


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...


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...


10/06/25 | Good governance

... Learning training & Events Good governance at times of organisational change Tuesday, 10 June 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Strengthen your understanding of good governance and how to embed it into best practice within your...


AC25 - Exhibitors

...and parents and the wider family when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying. We provide training to professionals in health and social care, education, the emergency services and the voluntary and corporate sectors, equipping them to...


AC25 - Sponsors

...this, we provide a wide range of services spanning residential care, education, employability and training, secure care, fostering and adoption services, housing support, and therapeutic support and interventions. In addition, we also operate a...


Record number of young Scots on positive career paths

.../ Record number of young Scots set on positive career paths as more teenagers enter education, training or employment Posted 08.09.23 by Alice Hinds careers Education training young people The number of young...

careers Education training young people

Q&A with Aileen Shrimpton

...29 March 2022, by Catherine Bromley ASL ASN neurodiversity training Ahead of our neurodiversity awareness training, Aileen Shrimpton (pictured) reminds us why supporting neurodiversity in the...

ASL ASN neurodiversity training


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

...out 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

...and her colleague, Professor Tricia Strickland, rallied students at varies stages in the teacher training program to join a study visit to Scotland.  In March 2025, with a full plan and program in place we welcomed Amy, Tricia and six very...


Free eLearning modules support pupil support staff to #KeepThePromise

...would benefit their professional development. Since then, we have delivered a range of accessible training, including our recently launched free eLearning modules. The modules are designed to build knowledge of The Promise, as well as...


From 'artivism' to action: How young people are empowered to make a positive difference this Earth Day

...to provide quality climate change education in their settings. Schools can apply to receive training and advice directly from the Learning through Landscapes team on how to develop a whole-school approach to climate change. The final round...


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...


A vision for a fully inclusive Scotland

...who are receiving Additional Support for Learning. That’s why we’re also developing a digital training programme, so we can reach out to schools, out-of-school care providers, and sports and leisure providers to help everyone deliver inclusive...


Wellbeing in the workplace – can training help promote self-care?

...Wellbeing in the workplace – can training help promote self-care? 7 Nov 2024 In both our professional and personal lives, we spend a lot of time thinking about and caring for others – so much so, it can be hard to prioritise our own...


Looking to upskill your staff? Discover how commissioned training is helping charities across Scotland

... Looking to upskill your staff? Discover how commissioned training is helping charities across Scotland For charities, organisations and practitioners working with children and young people, it is important to continually develop new skills,...


A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics of successful relationships

... A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics underpinning successful relationships 8 Aug 2023 Children in Scotland has launched new dates for the popular three-day training course, the Dynamics of Relationship-Based...


Children’s sector reacts to Audit Scotland’s ASL report

...report provides further evidence about the urgent need for action for more support, specialist training and consistency in schools to identify and support children and young people with additional support needs in Scottish schools.” She...


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

...here 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...


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

...will continue to get discounts on any of our open Learning Programme events, commissioned training, consultancy, and advertising offerings.   Our new Learning Programme One of the big changes for members this year is our...


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

...here 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...


Keeping the Promise in 2025

Dispelling the myths of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

...on the symptoms and impact of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is plain to see. Ahead of a training session on Thursday 6 February, which will offer practical strategies for professionals working with children and young people, Barbara...


Barnardo’s issue a plea for new adopters in Scotland

...here 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...


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...


10 achievements, highlights and special moments of 2024

...the children's sector, bringing together members for networking opportunities, providing quality training on a range of topics, and working directly with children and young people to ensure their voices and views are heard. As we prepare to...


Primary pupils encouraged to submit jokes for the 2025 VoiceBox Competition

...28 and 29 May 2025 Find out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Read more like this Check out our blog for more commentary, membership news and more! Click...


Exploring UNCRC through a queer lens

...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...


Children in Scotland welcomes Scottish Government decision to end the two-child benefit cap

...the proposed £29million fund for an Additional Support Needs (ASN) plan, which would provide training for more teachers, is another welcomed move. Having been campaigning for the two-child limit to be scrapped for many years, particularly...


Making Sense of Scotland – a creative approach to engaging young people with their heritage

...28 and 29 May 2025 Find out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Creating Hope Togeher Find out more about the work of the Suicide Prevention Youth Advisory...


Holyrood Committee calls on the Scottish Government to prioritise three-year-funding cycles for the third sector

...out more Learn with us online and in-person Browse our range of training and events Click to find out more Creating Hope Togeher Find out more about the work of the Suicide Prevention...


The Yard announces major expansion plan

...from November, with the administrative team managing school outreach work, family support and training from the charity’s office space in the Wellgate Centre. The Yard Learn more about the work of the Scottish...


Celebrating Connection and Community: Befriending Week 2024

...to help all our constituents, regardless of their financial situation. In my role, I develop training courses, events, and materials to support staff development, good governance, and best practices within befriending (click here for more). I...


Booking opens for unique online Learning Week

...for some time yet, we have had to be innovative in how we continue to provide top-class learning, training and CPD. "The result is our Learning Week which we hope strikes the balance of providing the quality event we would usually be delivering in...

CPD events learning week training

Changes to our learning programme announced

...around the uncertainty around our learning programme. On average, 5,000 of you attend our training every year, so you can imagine the challenge this is presenting to my lovely team. However, we’re the ‘in-house events team of the year...

Covid-19 events training webinars

Events team scoops three major awards following record-breaking year
CPD events Learning training


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Children’s Views Project Officer

...to join our team as a part of a new, collaborative project specifically aimed at delivering training and developing resources for education professionals supporting children with complex additional support needs. Diversity Children in...



No results found.


training & Events

... Learning training & Events Suicide Prevention Participation Network 12 June 2025 | Meeting #13 Register now Child Protection Lead Top-up your child protection training in 2025 -...


Commissioned training - Child protection

... Learning Commissioned training Commissioned training - Child protection Child protection, safeguarding, and getting it right for every child. Our child protection training - tailored to your needs While the core documents and...


Commissioned training - Children's Rights and the UNCRC

... Learning Commissioned training Commissioned training - Children's Rights and the UNCRC training Bridging Policy and Practice: Bespoke rights training tailored to your organisation’s needs: when, where, and how you want...


Commissioned training - popular themes

... Learning Commissioned training Commissioned training - popular themes Frequently requested training themes include Child protection Our trainers can provide comprehensive manager level, introductory or refresher training tailored...


Commissioned training

... Learning Commissioned training Finding a solution to your training needs Why commission training from us? If you have a training need that you need a solution to, we want to hear from you. We work directly with you to assess your...


Child Protection Lead training

... Learning training & Events Child Protection Lead training Multiple dates 10am - 3pm | Online/Zoom Overview of child protection lead roles and responsibilities in Scotland. For those who oversee a team working with children &...


In-house training

... In-house training Do you have some specific learning needs that could be met in a more tailored way? Have you seen something in our Learning Guide but it’s not quite right for your organisation? We can help! Our Learning & Events team...


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

...you will have access to our full range of member benefits 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...


AC 25 Sponsor - Kibble

...this, we provide a wide range of services spanning residential care, education, employability and training, secure care, fostering and adoption services, housing support, and therapeutic support and interventions. In addition, we also operate a...


20/08/25 Redefining masculinity

... Learning training & Events Redefining Strength: cultivating healthy masculinity in the digital age Wednesday, 20 August 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Increase your confidence in promoting healthy masculinity, creating...


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...


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...


10/06/25 | Good governance

... Learning training & Events Good governance at times of organisational change Tuesday, 10 June 2025 10:30am - 12pm | Online/Zoom Strengthen your understanding of good governance and how to embed it into best practice within your...


AC25 - Exhibitors

...and parents and the wider family when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying. We provide training to professionals in health and social care, education, the emergency services and the voluntary and corporate sectors, equipping them to...


AC25 - Sponsors

...this, we provide a wide range of services spanning residential care, education, employability and training, secure care, fostering and adoption services, housing support, and therapeutic support and interventions. In addition, we also operate a...



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RNLI launches 2022 water safety training programme
post

... Credit: RNLI/Claire Thomson Magazine / News: RNLI launches programme of water safety training for children Posted 19 July, 2022 by Nina Joynson child safety swimming The RNLI has opened its summer...

child safety swimming

Call 12: Support our pupils and teachers: embed understanding of ASN in initial teacher training and ongoing development
post

... Call 12: Support our pupils and teachers: embed understanding of ASN in initial teacher training and ongoing development By Charlene Tait We want to see every child in Scotland reach their potential. The presumption of mainstreaming...


Consultation response: A STEM education and training strategy for Scotland (January 2017)
attachment

...in Scotland responded to The Scottish Government is consultation on a new STEM Education and training Strategy for...


NTSG: upcoming training
post

... Upcoming training 2019 23 October – Improving Strategic Engagement with children and young people in Children’s Services Planning: Session 2 (in partnership with the Children and Young People Improvement Collaborative) CLOSED...


In-house training: long-term learning
post

... In-house training: long-term learning Take staff learning and development off your mind and let us handle everything. We can help you develop a long-term training programme to continue to build the knowledge, skills and confidence of your...


Commissioned training: key facts
post

... Commissioned training: key facts Commissioned training events are tailored to your needs: The session is developed to suit your particular objectives and requirements. You will have time to speak to the trainer in advance to discuss your...


Insight – Issue 7
post

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


Record number of young Scots on positive career paths
post

.../ Record number of young Scots set on positive career paths as more teenagers enter education, training or employment Posted 08.09.23 by Alice Hinds careers Education training young people The number of young...

careers Education training young people

Q&A with Aileen Shrimpton
post

...29 March 2022, by Catherine Bromley ASL ASN neurodiversity training Ahead of our neurodiversity awareness training, Aileen Shrimpton (pictured) reminds us why supporting neurodiversity in the...

ASL ASN neurodiversity training