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Remember a Charity Week

...Open Learning Programme with a focus on our Members’ learning opportunities and the commissioned training offer – something many organisations are finding the best way to meet their training needs. While our partnership with Open University in...


Extra funding for Edinburgh’s Third Sector Resilience Fund

A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events

...Monica Sellers explains the move Finding and using a ticketing platform for events and training seems straightforward, but the deeper you dive into it the more options you realise there are and the more elements to consider you find....


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

...Services After leaving school at 15 with five O Levels, Billy started a two-year YTS (Youth training Scheme) to become an Agricultural Engineer, following that career for another six years before working as a welder making agricultural...


Education pathway charity announces new community centre plans for Musselburgh

...creates opportunities for social inclusion and provides young people with access to new skills and training opportunities that align with their interests and goals in life. This Next Steps Hub gives them space to grow, connect, and thrive. Whether...


What Pupil Support Staff Said

...in their role. Many of the pupil support staff we engaged with said that a lack of support through training opportunities, supervision and access to key information and relevant policy, has continued throughout their time in the...


Children in Scotland celebrates progress in advocacy, membership and services

...organisation worked directly with over 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...


Children in Scotland responds to Restraint and Seclusion Bill consultation

...data that should be taken into consideration. We would also encourage the Bill to make training on seclusion and restraint mandatory for all teachers and support staff, with training focusing on de-escalation and minimising the use of...


Whizz Kidz announce new education report

...are: mandatory annual physical accessibility audits in all UK schools improved teacher training on inclusion better support for wheelchair users during work experience placements. The report was launched at an event held at...


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 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...


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...


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

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 Bespoke training for your staff development needs Why commission training from us? We take the hassle out of arranging staff development. We work with you to devise training tailored to 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...


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

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

...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...


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 - 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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Remember a Charity Week

...Open Learning Programme with a focus on our Members’ learning opportunities and the commissioned training offer – something many organisations are finding the best way to meet their training needs. While our partnership with Open University in...


Extra funding for Edinburgh’s Third Sector Resilience Fund

A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events

...Monica Sellers explains the move Finding and using a ticketing platform for events and training seems straightforward, but the deeper you dive into it the more options you realise there are and the more elements to consider you find....


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

...Services After leaving school at 15 with five O Levels, Billy started a two-year YTS (Youth training Scheme) to become an Agricultural Engineer, following that career for another six years before working as a welder making agricultural...


Education pathway charity announces new community centre plans for Musselburgh

...creates opportunities for social inclusion and provides young people with access to new skills and training opportunities that align with their interests and goals in life. This Next Steps Hub gives them space to grow, connect, and thrive. Whether...


What Pupil Support Staff Said

...in their role. Many of the pupil support staff we engaged with said that a lack of support through training opportunities, supervision and access to key information and relevant policy, has continued throughout their time in the...


Children in Scotland celebrates progress in advocacy, membership and services

...organisation worked directly with over 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...


Children in Scotland responds to Restraint and Seclusion Bill consultation

...data that should be taken into consideration. We would also encourage the Bill to make training on seclusion and restraint mandatory for all teachers and support staff, with training focusing on de-escalation and minimising the use of...


Whizz Kidz announce new education report

...are: mandatory annual physical accessibility audits in all UK schools improved teacher training on inclusion better support for wheelchair users during work experience placements. The report was launched at an event held at...


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...


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...


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

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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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...


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 Bespoke training for your staff development needs Why commission training from us? We take the hassle out of arranging staff development. We work with you to devise training tailored to 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...


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

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

...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...


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 - 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