Forthcoming events of interest to those working in or with local authority education and children's services http://www.nfer.ac.uk/emie The 2nd Annual Looked-After Children Symposium offers an invaluable opportunity for social service practitioners, education and health practitioners, local authorities and other key stakeholders to understand and assess progress made over the last year, and consider the next steps in improving outcomes for looked-after children and establishing an adoption system that is fair, effective and fit for purpose. . Central London http://publicpolicyexchange.co.uk/events/BJ12-PPE.php This event is entitled Tough times, good decisions and is vital to councillors, directors, senior officers, policymakers and service managers with responsibilities for education, children's services and adult care in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors. It is also an important opportunity for partners working in health, schools and related fields as well as MPs with an interest in social care, children's services and education. The programme will give many opportunities to hear keynote ministerial addresses and take part in plenary sessions. There will be a variety of participatory breakouts and networking sessions.. International Convention Centre (ICC) London ExCel http://www.ncasc.local.gov.uk/ This annual event is for Designated Child Protection Officers to gain the most up-to-the-moment legal guidance reflecting all of the latest national developments and changes to safeguarding children and young people in schools and colleges.. Birmingham http://www.optimus-education.com/conferences/conference/child-protection-education-2011-birmingham/main Capita's 5th Early Years Conference comes at a very important time of change as the Government publishes its revised and final version of the EYFS framework. This high-level event provides crucial clarity for all those involved in improving services for children to learn how to implement the new recommendations and ensure these translate into better outcomes.. Central London http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/public-sector-conferences/childrens-services/full-conference/article/early-years-conference.html?code=EMMK&utm_source=http%3a%2f%2femail.capitaconferences.co.uk%2fcapitaconferenceslz%2f&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign Capita's 13th NEET conference will examine evolving national policy, with an emphasis on meeting the needs of both younger and older NEETs and the importance of facilitating early identification and intervention. The day will also feature a range of case studies with proven success of enhancing outcomes for young people.. Leeds http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/public-sector-conferences/education/full-conferences/article/not-in-education-employment-or-training-neet-conference.html This practical Masterclass analyses in detail how all the various strands of education policy in the UK fit together, from national framework to local implementation. The Masterclass explores the roles and layers of responsibility between central government, local government, education providers, wider civil service, the public and how it all affects you. . Central London http://publicpolicyexchange.co.uk/events/masterclasses/BK01-SM.php Delegates at this Policy and Practice Westminster Briefing will have the opportunity to examine the core message and key recommendations of the final report of the Family Justice Review, due out in the autumn, and to consider the implications for local government, national government and the voluntary sector.. Wesminster, London http://www.westminster-briefing.com/policy-practice/event-detail17000/newsarticle/family-justice-system-improving-outcomes-for-children-families/ The Secretary of State has accepted the recommendations made by Professor Alison Wolf in her review of vocational education and schools and colleges are now re-designing their offer to 14-19 students to take account of the new priorities set by the Government. Delegates at this Westminster Briefing conference will have the opportunity to examine the implications of the Wolf Report and vocational education in this country.. Westminster http://www.westminster-briefing.com/home/education/event-detail0/newsarticle/the-future-of-14-19-education-delivering-the-new-agenda/ Capita's 13th Child Protection Conference is timed to coincide with the Government's response to Munro's Review of Child Protection. Sessions include: the future of child protection following the Munro Review; Ofsted inspections and intervention for children at-risk; where and how designated professionals will continue to fulfil their duties during organisational transition;the role of voluntary sector providers; improving internet safety at schools and preventing child sexual exploitation.. London http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/public-sector-conferences/education/full-conferences/article/child-protection-conference.html This event provides the ideal forum to gain useful strategic and practical advice on: the forthcoming Youth Policy Statement and the Department of Health Sexual Health Policy Document; developing robust, local strategies for tackling child poverty that are responsive to the needs of young families; commissioning and sustaining evidenced-based, early intervention programmes, including Family Nurse Partnerships; meeting the 60% target of teenage mothers in full-time education and training; how to signpost and access sustainable supported housing. . London http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/public-sector-conferences/housing/full-conference/article/supporting-teenage-parents-1.html Following the opening of the first Free Schools in September 2011, and as Government seeks to expand the number of schools converting to Academies, this seminar will bring together key policymakers with stakeholders to discuss the future shape of the state education sector. Planned sessions will examine: the programme so far: successes and challenges; the future position of local authorities in a changing educational landscape; best practice in establishing a Free School, the role of for-profit education providers and ensuring school accountability at a local level; the likely impact of Government proposals to convert all underperforming schools to Academy status and future expansion of the Academies programme to include primary schools, special schools and Pupil Referral Units. . Central London http://www.westminsterforumprojects.co.uk/forums/event.php?eid=229 With Government due to set out detailed plans on this area of policy by the end of 2011, this timely seminar will bring together key policymakers and stakeholders to consider the next steps for supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). At this early stage, it is expected that discussions will focus on the key areas of reform, including the introduction of personal budgets, parental choice in mainstream or special school provision and support for over-18s with SEN. . Central London http://www.westminsterforumprojects.co.uk/forums/book_event.php?eid=341