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welcome to early years

Early Years is the largest organisation in Northern Ireland for young Children. We are a non-profit making organisation and have been working since 1965 to promote high quality childcare for children aged 0 - 12 and their families.

Annual Report

Early Years Annual Report 2008/09

The Annual Report outlines another year of significant growth and development for Early Years. During the past year in particular we have refocused our efforts as champions of young children's rights and entitlements.

Our Annual Report for 2008/09 is now available for download.

World Forum Round-up

Early Years welcomes World Forum Delegates

The World Forum on Early Care and Education took place in Belfast from 16th - 19th June 2009.

We have a some extracts from the event available here and more information will be added as it becomes available.

Evaluation Report of the Keyhole Autism Project

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Early Years, Barnardos and Autism NI came together to pilot a programme which aims to make early detection, and improved treatment a reality for autistic children.

The three agencies responsible for developing the Keyhole Autism Training celebrated the findings of the project with a special event in Stormont’s Long Gallery on Wednesday 11th March 2009. more....

The report can be viewed here.

Postgraduate Certificate in Integrated Children's Services
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The Postgraduate Certificate in Integrated Children's Services has been designed to recruit those whose work role or interest reflects the current policy and practice developments. It will enable participants to learn about developments in integrated service delivery across health, social care and education. more.....

For an application form or more information on the Postgraduate Education Programme, contact: Registry Admissions Tel: 01905 855111 or E-mail: admissions@worc.ac.uk or visit their website at www.worcester.ac.uk

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